Energy Trading Risk Manager

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated Energy Trading Risk Manager to join their sophisticated trading operations in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, UK . This role is crucial for safeguarding the company's trading activities by identifying, assessing, and managing the diverse risks associated with energy commodity trading. You will develop and implement robust risk management frameworks, policies, and procedures to ensure financial stability and compliance. This position offers a hybrid work model, allowing for both strategic in-office engagement and focused remote work, critical for managing complex financial instruments and market exposures.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the company's risk management framework for energy trading activities.
• Monitor and analyze market risk, credit risk, and operational risk exposures across all trading positions.
• Establish and enforce risk limits and ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Design and implement risk reporting systems and dashboards for senior management and trading teams.
• Conduct stress testing and scenario analysis to evaluate potential impacts of adverse market events.
• Collaborate with trading, operations, and legal teams to identify and mitigate emerging risks.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in risk management, specifically within energy trading or financial markets.
• Strong understanding of energy commodity markets (electricity, gas, oil) and their associated derivatives.
• Proficiency in risk management software and quantitative analysis techniques.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience working within a hybrid work environment is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with a structured bonus scheme.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous contribution to a pension fund.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and certifications in risk management.
• A dynamic and collaborative team environment within a hybrid work structure.