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Imran Hajiyev

Imran Hajiyev

Baku

Summary

Accomplished international business executive with over 25 years of progressive experience in oil & gas, logistics, and project management across the Middle East, Central Asia, and the Caspian region. Proven ability to lead cross-border operations, develop strategic partnerships, and manage high-level negotiations. Fluent in English, Russian, and Azerbaijani, with a strong foundation in international diplomacy and government liaison.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

International Affairs Executive

Twenty Trade SA/MMQ
10.2013 - Current
  • Develop and manage business relationships with major oil companies, national oil companies, and trading firms across the Middle East, Central Asia, and Europe.
  • Negotiate contracts, structure deals, and ensure compliance with international trade standards.
  • Coordinate bank accounts, international payments, and invoicing procedures.
  • Collect and analyze market intelligence to identify emerging opportunities.

Director – Central Asian Operations

Guardian Industrial Limited
12.2010 - 05.2013
  • Managed oil & gas projects in Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan, coordinating with state-owned companies (KazMunaiGas and Turkmen State Oil Company).
  • Supervised staff, budgets, and operational logistics in Central Asian territories.
  • Acted as the main liaison between headquarters and host country governments.

Business Development Manager – Caspian Region

Caspian Oilfield Services, Inc.
08.2009 - 11.2010
  • Expanded business operations and maintained client relations with onshore and offshore operators.
  • Introduced new service lines tailored to regional oilfield demands.

Sales & Marketing Manager – Caucasus & Caspian Reg

South Seas Inspection (S) Pte Ltd
07.2008 - 08.2009
  • Built and expanded market presence in Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, and Turkmenistan.
  • Oversaw establishment and management of branch operations in Kazakhstan.

Country Representative

Hibernian & Caspian Oil Ltd / Caspian Oil Resources Ltd
07.2006 - 01.2008
  • Coordinated crude oil transportation via the Caspian Sea, working closely with Caspian Shipping Company.
  • Sourced oil from regional producers and traders.

Program Coordinator – NATO PfP / EXBS

U.S. Embassy
05.2004 - 09.2005
  • Liaised between Azerbaijan's Ministry of Defense and U.S. European Command for NATO PfP activities.
  • Coordinated U.S. Customs & Border Protection assistance for Azerbaijan’s Customs Committee.

Assistant to Maritime Advisor

U.S. Coast Guard
12.2002 - 05.2004
  • Supported daily operations with Azerbaijan’s Maritime Border Guard.
  • Managed logistics, procurement, and shipment of U.S.-funded equipment.
  • Coordinated infrastructure upgrades for maritime security operations.

Customs Export/Import Agent

Geologistics Caspian USA
06.1998 - 08.2000
  • Managed customs operations for oilfield logistics contracts with Ramco.
  • Supported logistics for cross-border operations in Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan.

Chief Translator / Logistics & Personnel Coordinat

Ponder International Services Inc.
10.1993 - 10.1997
  • Oversaw translation and communication between local and international teams.
  • Coordinated customs, logistics, and permitting for onshore and offshore projects.
  • Secured first-ever licenses for use of radioactive and explosive materials by a foreign entity in Azerbaijan.

Education

English Language Translation -

State University of Languages
Baku
06-1994

Skills

  • Fluent in English, Russian, and Azerbaijani
  • Contract negotiation & international trade
  • Project management in oil & gas sector
  • Government & diplomatic liaison
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word & Excel
  • Translation: English ↔ Russian

Certification

Engineering, Logistics & Administration Course – US Coast Guard

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Russian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Additional Information

Holding current UAE ID.

Timeline

International Affairs Executive

Twenty Trade SA/MMQ
10.2013 - Current

Director – Central Asian Operations

Guardian Industrial Limited
12.2010 - 05.2013

Business Development Manager – Caspian Region

Caspian Oilfield Services, Inc.
08.2009 - 11.2010

Sales & Marketing Manager – Caucasus & Caspian Reg

South Seas Inspection (S) Pte Ltd
07.2008 - 08.2009

Country Representative

Hibernian & Caspian Oil Ltd / Caspian Oil Resources Ltd
07.2006 - 01.2008

Program Coordinator – NATO PfP / EXBS

U.S. Embassy
05.2004 - 09.2005

Assistant to Maritime Advisor

U.S. Coast Guard
12.2002 - 05.2004

Customs Export/Import Agent

Geologistics Caspian USA
06.1998 - 08.2000

Chief Translator / Logistics & Personnel Coordinat

Ponder International Services Inc.
10.1993 - 10.1997

English Language Translation -

State University of Languages

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