Voyage Claims Manager

Job DescriptionWe are a global energy business involved in every aspect of the energy system. We are working towards delivering light, heat and mobility to millions of people, every day. We are one of the very few companies equipped to solve some of the complex challenges that matter for the future. We have a real contribution to make to the world's ambition of a low carbon future. Join us, and get involved with what we can accomplish together. You can participate in our new ambition to become a net zero company by 2050 or sooner, and to help the world get to net zero.In Hungary, we operate bp’s Global Business Services organization which is an integrated part of bp. Our people want to play their part in solving the big complex challenges facing our world today and, guided by our bp values, are working to help meet the world’s need for more energy while lowering carbon emissions. In our offices in Budapest and Szeged, we work in customer service, finance, accounting, procurement, HR services and other enabling functions – providing solutions across all of bp. Join our team, and develop your career in an encouraging, forward-thinking environment!Would you like to discover how our diverse, hardworking people are leading the way in making energy cleaner and better – and how you can play your part in our world-class team?Join our Budapest Team and advance your career as aVoyage Claims ManagerThe Voyage Claims team sits within GBS supporting Shipping Operations and is dedicated to managing risk and maximising commercial value.The Team provides a first-class service to both Trading & Shipping RPT Operations and BP Shipping Chartering in the handling of vessel claims and shipping related ancillary charges on the owned and time-chartered (OTC) fleet of oil tankers.In This Role You WillPeople management of a teamOversight and management of Claims related systems which maximise voyage earningsDrive continuous improvement through the team’s processes and procedures in service of the broader BP Shipping strategyEnsure the processing of timely hire payments for Time Charter vesselsLead all aspects of the calculation of profit share entitlements between BP Shipping, BP Group & Third-Party partnersCoordinate the voyage monitoring process to promote accurate financial reporting.Support the credit control reporting of the team, liaising closely with Chartering to ensure debt is robustly managedEnsure opportunities for contractual improvements are highlighted regularly to front office & encourage the sharing of lessons-learned and opportunities for future transactionsHandle and be responsible for a lively portfolio of vessels.Provide commercial expertise in the financial execution/implementation of charterparties for BP Shipping.Ensure Anti Money Laundering policy is strictly adhered to.Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external collaborators to ensure optimal commercial performance for BP Group.Support the team with projects, training, and coverage.Provide feedback to charterers on potential opportunities to optimise vessel income. Support continuous improvement from a Voyage Claims perspective.Provide commercial assistance to the oil and ship operators, oil traders and ship charterers.Provide training and develop awareness of Voyage Claims activity and benefit across the RPTE business and beyond.Ensure compliance with all BP policies and procedures including Anti Money Laundering, Shipping policy and team credit control requirements.Work collaboratively across the team to ensure delivery against our full portfolio.What You Will Need To Be SuccessfulRelevant degree or professional qualification/experience equivalentdemonstrate or have a consistent track record of 10-12 years industry experience encompassing the following key foundation skills.Leadership experience – motivating and cultivating a hard-working teamKnowledge of commercial shipping matters and industry leading Charter PartiesKnowledge of shipping freight, demurrage and related ancillary charges.Strong commercial instinct – a focus on delivering comprehensive value for BP.Flexible and open thinker.Strong numerical, written, and oral skills.Ability to successfully negotiate.Ability to work under pressure to numerous and frequent deadlines.Ability to prioritise and organise.Performance Bias - focuses efforts and prioritises work to deliver business value.Strategic approach - understands Chartering strategy and aligns Claims activity and income maximisation to support its delivery.Partnership and Collaboration - actively engages and respects the diverse contributions of team, partners and networks.Knowledge of the physical oil environment.Working knowledge of accounting principles including experience with SAP.Legal or paralegal experience or qualification.Proven track record for continual improvement initiatives and execution of.At bp, we provide the following environment & benefits to you:Different bonus opportunities based on performance, wide range of cafeteria elementsLife & health insurance, medical care packageFlexible working schedule: home office up to 2 days / week, based on team agreementOpportunity to build up long term career path and develop your skills with wide range of learning optionsFamily friendly workplace e.g.: Extended parental leave, Mother-baby roomEmployees’ wellbeing programs e.g.: Employee Assistance Program, Company Recognition ProgramPossibility to join our social communities and networksChill-out and collaboration spaces in our beautiful Budapest Agora and Szeged offices e.g.: Play Zones, Office massage, Sport and music equipmentbp Hungary won the Most Attractive Employer 2023 Award (SSC / BSC sector) third time in a row at PwC's annual employer research. 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