James Roughneen
About James Roughneen
James Roughneen is an LNG and Natural Gas Trading Analyst at Glencore, where he has worked since 2018. He holds a Master’s degree in Petroleum Engineering and a first-class MSci degree in Physics, both from Imperial College London.
Work at Glencore
James Roughneen has been employed at Glencore as an LNG & Natural Gas Trading Analyst since 2018. In this role, he transitioned from the Light Distillates desk to the LNG/Natural Gas desk, where he applies his analytical skills to the trading of liquefied natural gas and natural gas products. His experience in this position spans over six years, contributing to the company's operations in the energy sector.
Education and Expertise
James Roughneen holds a Master’s Degree in Petroleum Engineering from Imperial College London, which he completed from 2016 to 2017. He graduated with distinction, showcasing his strong academic performance. Additionally, he earned a first-class MSci degree in Physics from the same institution, where he studied from 2012 to 2016. His educational background provides him with a solid foundation in both engineering and scientific principles relevant to the energy industry.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Glencore, James Roughneen worked as an Oil and Gas Analyst at Kayrros from 2017 to 2018 in Paris, France. His career also includes a brief tenure as a Data Scientist at Hildebrand Technology Limited in 2016 for two months in London, United Kingdom. Additionally, he served as a UK Administration Assistant at United Insurance Brokers Limited in 2014 for one month. These roles contributed to his diverse experience in data analysis and administration.
Academic Background
James Roughneen's academic journey began at Reed's, where he completed his high school education, focusing on Maths, Further Maths, Physics, and Chemistry from 2005 to 2012. His strong performance in these subjects laid the groundwork for his future studies in physics and engineering at Imperial College London, where he developed expertise in both theoretical and applied sciences.