Mathieu Liesch
About Mathieu Liesch
Mathieu Liesch is a Senior Commercial Manager in Upstream Business Development at ExxonMobil, with extensive experience in strategic partnerships and commercial strategies across various regions.
Current Title at ExxonMobil
Mathieu Liesch is currently the Senior Commercial Manager, Upstream Business Development, at ExxonMobil. He has been in this role since 2017 and is based in Leatherhead, England, United Kingdom. In this capacity, he oversees commercial strategies and new business developments in the upstream sector.
Career History at ExxonMobil
Mathieu Liesch has served in various capacities at ExxonMobil over the years. From 2015 to 2017, he was the Commercial Manager, Economic & Financial Analysis, Upstream Business Development. Prior to that, he was the Commercial Manager, New Business Development, Gas Marketing, from 2012 to 2015 and Regional Supply Manager, Power Business, from 2009 to 2012, all in Leatherhead, England. In France, he served as the Sales & Operations Manager, Marine Fuels, Fos-sur-mer from 2005 to 2009 and Area Sales Manager, Aviation Lubricants, Île-de-France from 2001 to 2005. He began his tenure at ExxonMobil as a Product Engineer & Equipment Builder, Lubricant & Specialties (Mobil) from 1998 to 2001 in Paris, Île-de-France.
Academic Background
Mathieu Liesch has an extensive academic background. He achieved a Master of Engineering (MEng) in Petroleum Products from IFP School, studying from 1997 to 1998. He also holds a degree in Chemical Engineering from Chimie ParisTech - École Nationale Supérieure de Chimie de Paris, completed between 1994 and 1997. Prior to that, he studied General Studies and preparation for competitive exams at Lycée Ste Geneviève from 1992 to 1994.
Strategic Initiatives and Achievements
Mathieu Liesch played a pivotal role in ExxonMobil's strategic re-entry into the Egyptian upstream market by securing rights on three exploration concessions. He has extensive experience negotiating with governments and state companies to forge new ventures and strategic partnerships. He specializes in developing commercial strategies and delivering high-value deals, predominantly across the EAME/Russia/Caspian regions.
Expertise in Economic Evaluations and Bid Preparations
Mathieu Liesch has a proven track record of conducting situational and portfolio fit analyses, economic evaluations, and bid preparations for major energy projects. His expertise in these areas has significantly contributed to the successful execution of strategic initiatives and business development activities in the energy sector.