Business Development Manager

About UNCO OILUNCO Oil is an independent exploration and production company under Anton Oilfield Services Group (ANTON), focused on uncovering hidden value through a non-consensus investment approach and unconventional insights. The company leverages ANTON’s strengths in exploration and development research, asset evaluation, and regional market platforms to identify premium opportunities. Supported by robust financing and commercial operations capabilities, UNCO Oil is positioned to deliver breakthrough value creation across its portfolio. Its integrated expertise in oilfield construction and management enables efficient project execution and long-term asset performance, offering professionals a dynamic environment to contribute to high-impact energy projects.About the RoleAs Business Development Manager at UNCO OIL, you grow the portfolio that defines the company’s future. You identify, evaluate and secure new upstream opportunities — licensing rounds, farm-ins, acquisitions and partnerships — and build the pipeline that scales the business. Leading commercial and technical due diligence with our subsurface, engineering and finance teams, you build the valuation cases and present investment recommendations to leadership. You develop the relationships with NOCs, governments and partners and lead the PSC, JOA and commercial negotiations that turn opportunities into assets. This is a senior, deal-driving role for someone who can see value others miss and close it.Key ResponsibilitiesScreen and mature new upstream opportunities: license rounds, farm-ins, A&D and partnerships.Lead commercial and technical due diligence with subsurface, engineering and finance teams.Build valuation and economic cases and present investment recommendations to leadership.Develop and manage relationships with NOCs, governments, partners and vendors.Lead negotiations of PSCs, JOAs and commercial agreements with legal and commercial support.Track country/market and competitor intelligence to guide entry and growth strategy.Manage the opportunity pipeline and represent UNCO OIL externally.Required QualificationsMaster’s degree in Engineering, Geoscience, Economics or Business.8+ years in upstream business development, new ventures or commercial roles.Track record maturing and closing upstream deals internationally.Strong grasp of upstream fiscal terms, valuation and negotiation.Fluent English; willing to travel.Preferred / Nice to HaveEstablished NOC/government network in the Middle East, Africa or Central Asia.PSC / JOA negotiation experience.Additional language (Arabic, Russian, French) a strong plus.What We OfferCompetitive, tax-efficient international package with rotational schedule where applicable, mobilization support and global medical insurance.Structured technical and leadership development with a dual career ladder — you can grow as a technical expert or as a manager.The chance to shape assets and build capability from the ground up in a growing independent oil company.A lean, fast-moving, multicultural environment where capable people take real ownership and advance quickly.How to ApplyClick “Apply” on LinkedIn, or send your CV to yqtkf@antonoil.com with the subject line “[Position] – [Your Name] – [Preferred Location].” Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.UNCO OIL is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all nationalities, backgrounds and genders, and select talent on merit.