Commercial Graduate Programme - 2027

Petroineos comprises trading and refining joint ventures between PetroChina International (London) Company Limited and INEOS. Established in 2011, Petroineos is one of Europe’s leading International Integrated Energy Trading Companies.

In addition to third-party trading, Petroineos Trading's key functions include the supply of Crude Oil to Petroineos' and PetroChina's refinery and the arrangement of the sale and distribution of the various products that are produced from our refinery in Lavéra. Products traded by Petroineos include both Crude Oil and Refined Oil Products.

Petroineos' Lavéra refinery is fully integrated with co-sited petrochemical assets of the Company. Close proximity to feedstocks and customers are key elements of its strength.

In April 2025, refinery operations ceased at the Grangemouth refinery and the business transitioned to a modern import and fuels distribution terminal which continues to reliably serve the Scottish market. The terminal has excellent logistical infrastructure to load and transport fuel via road, jetty, rail and pipeline, with a range of imported transport, heating and aviation fuels available. We market these fuels from the terminal location for distribution throughout the UK and further afield.

Commodities traded and originated across Petroineos and PetroChina’s Low Carbon Solutions business in London include LNG, Gas, Power, Emissions, Renewable Certificates, Bio-fuels and Metals. Our trading edge comes in large part from our strong global presence and cross commodities expertise.

Main Purpose and Responsibilities

We are now welcoming applications from enthusiastic, intelligent and pro-active graduates to join our dynamic commercial trading environment on a 24-month Graduate contract.

Our Commercial Graduate Programme is structured to develop your skills in the foundational areas of trading. You’ll undertake at least four rotations across the business to help build a strong understanding of how we operate, as well as developing your network to give you the opportunity to move into key commercial roles in the future, subject to performance and assessment. Rotations vary depending on business needs, however Graduates may have the opportunity to gain exposure to Trading Operations, Trading Analysis, Strategy, Product Control, Shipping, Logistics and Supply Optimisation. Each rotation comprises of commercial projects or business as usual tasks.

You will be managed and supported by a dedicated supervisor during each rotation, as well as being assigned a mentor who can provide guidance to you throughout your programme. Your performance will be reviewed at regular stages throughout your 24-month contract, and upon successful completion of the programme, we look to offer longer-term opportunities within the business where possible, allowing you to progress your career in one of the areas from your rotations or, subject to business requirement, move into a role within one of our commercial trading departments.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

- Educated to degree or masters level. Discipline not restricted, however degrees such as Business and Accounting, Economics, Physics, Maths, Environmental Science, Engineering, Shipping/Energy, Trade and Finance may be advantageous.
- A strong academic background
- Fluency in English is essential (written and spoken)
- Knowledge of programming languages and other technical programs such as Excel preferable
- Ambition and determination to succeed in a competitive environment
- Ability to understand and solve complex problems
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Active participation in relevant societies will be viewed positively
- Appreciation of commodity trading and energy markets will be viewed positively
- Proactive, inquisitive nature with the ability to work independently
Your application should include a CV (no more than two A4 pages long) and a Cover Letter (no more than one A4 page) detailing your interest in the programme. If selected, you will then be subject to further assessment and, if successful, you will be invited to interview at our offices in London.

The deadline for application is 4 January 2027. Applications will be reviewed from November onwards, and psychometric tests will be sent to selected candidates in early 2027.

Applications may close earlier if the number of applicants exceeds the limit.

Salary and Benefits

This role offers a competitive salary and discretionary performance related bonuses, alongside a comprehensive benefits package, 25 days holiday allowance, annual gym allowance, and more.