Trader Support Analyst - Houston

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Texas, United States of America

Job Family Group:

Information Technology (IT)

Worker Type:

Regular

Posting Start Date:

October 25, 2021

Business unit:

Projects and Technology

Experience Level:

Early Careers

Job Description:

Trader Support Analyst - Houston

What is the role?

The Trader Support Analys t provides dedicated in-person (‘on the floor’) business proximate IT support to Traders and Front Office Commercial staff, workers with real-time impacts to the trading business. The team serves as a first point of contact for all Trading IT issues, of which includes standard desktop services and general triage for enterprise and application services for their designated locations and remote sites at times. This role is expected to maintain operational effectiveness within a high-pressure and demanding environment, while performing trader supporting tasks.

Dimensions:

The role works to provide or maintain IT operational effectiveness within the trading environment. They provide the first level of support for things such as PC hardware and networking systems, standard Microsoft Office packages, trading specific packages used for analytics, a variety of external information services, online trading systems and services and all ‘in house’ systems essential for the trading network to function. To fulfil this role, they need to be familiar with all major Trading systems, and with the way in which these are used by the Business to facilitate their work. They are also required to liaise with the Global Helpdesk, Trading Delivery Vertical Teams, other IT Teams and external Vendors on such issues that cannot be addressed within the TS team.

Accountabilities:


Provide effective IT floor support to resolve immediate operation issues to minimize impact
Maintain good working relationship with stakeholders such as the Trading business users, IT service partners, vendors, and IT management
Work collaboratively within Shell IT (i.e., Service Assurance team, Enterprise Services and Application Operations) to coordinate effective resolutions to operational issues
Ensure all required security, compliance and equipment demand processes and procedures are followed
Facilitate local deployment of software and hardware rollouts, as required
Provide support during the regional annual Business Continuity tests
Balancing satisfying user requests while adhering to the IT policies and processes


What we need from you:


Currently must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer.
Relevant Information Technology or Management Information Systems education at bachelor’s degree level or equivalent
Minimum of 5 years of desktop or infrastructure support experience preferably in End-User environment
Excellent English language communication skills
Strong technical knowledge of industry standard PC technologies and the Trading user desktop environment
Experience with call-logging systems (i.e., ServiceNow)
Excellent customer-facing, interpersonal skills
Affinity with both technology and business processes
Ability to deal with business and IT management at all levels
Ability to priorities in a demanding environment with multiple deliverables
Must be a self-starter, reliable and able to work with minimum supervision
Strong knowledge of MS Office products
Awareness of market data feed services (i.e., Reuters, Bloomberg)
Strong knowledge of Windows Operating systems
Knowledge of support, troubleshooting processes and ITIL certification a plus


The world faces energy challenges that are becoming more complex each day. We’re looking for people who share our passion for taking on those challenges with cutting edge technology, innovative thinking and a commitment to properly managed risk. Shell develops and operates some of the largest and most complex projects in the world and we always endeavor to work at the leading edge of technical innovation.

Shell as a global energy company operating in a challenging world, we set high standards of performance and ethical behaviors. We are judged by how we act and how we live up to our core values of honesty, integrity and respect for people. Our Business Principles are based on these. They promote trust, openness, teamwork and professionalism, as well as pride in what we do and how we conduct business.

Building on our core values, we aspire to sustain a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels respected and valued, from our employees to our customers and partners. A diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment are vital to our success, leading to greater innovation and better energy solutions.

An innovative place to work

There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell. Everyone here is helping solve one of the biggest challenges facing the world today: bringing the benefits of energy to everyone on the planet, whilst managing the risks of climate change.

Join us and you’ll add your talent and imagination to a business with the power to shape the future – whether by investing in renewables, exploring new ways to store energy or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficiently.

An inclusive place to work

To power progress together, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we’re nurturing an inclusive environment – one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills and reach your potential…


We’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through transparent recruitment process, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply, and we’ll take it from there.
We’re closing the gender gap – whether that’s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.
We’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to support you finding the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application.


A rewarding place to work

Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice.

We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.

We value diversity of experience and thought, and we believe in creating an inclusive culture and work environment where you can thrive, innovate and develop; but most of all, be yourself.

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According to the United Nations, the global population could increase to more than 10 billion people. A key role for society – and for Shell – is to find ways to meet the growing demand for energy, with less carbon emissions. We need people who dare to think differently – to take part in developing tomorrow’s energy solutions today.

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