Lead, Product & Trade Control

Insight Global; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading power generation firm in Calgary is seeking a Lead, Product & Trade Control to oversee middle office functions related to commodity risk management. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience managing teams in the energy or financial trading sector. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance, managing daily operations, and providing strategic leadership. Strong communication skills and knowledge of ETRM systems are essential. This role offers an opportunity to shape risk management strategies in a diverse organization.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in middle office roles within energy, commodities, or financial trading.
• 2+ years of managerial experience in managing and mentoring teams.
• Deep understanding of ETRM systems and workflows.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Product and Trade Control Middle Office functions.
• Manage trading and risk activities for compliance.
• Act as primary point of contact for audit inquiries.

Skills

Product control

Trade control

Risk management

Managerial experience

ETRM systems

Strong communication skills

Job description

Job Description

Insight Global is currently seeking a Lead, Product & Trade Control on a permanent basis in Calgary, Alberta, 3 days a week on‑site for a large and growing power generation company. The Lead, Product & Trade Control will be leading a team of four and is responsible for managing the Product and Trade Control Middle Office functions within the Commodity Risk Management Program, ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and compliance of trading and risk activities. This role oversees the daily operations of deal and position validation, price curve review, exception reporting, and risk controls, while providing leadership, mentorship, and strategic direction to the team. The Lead acts as the primary point of contact for audit inquiries, drives process improvements, and ensures all trading activities and reporting adhere to risk policies, delegation of authorities, and internal limits. The Lead also ensures robust workflow configuration and system integrity across ETRM platforms, supporting the organization’s risk management objectives.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal‑opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail].

Skills and Requirements

• 5+ years of middle office roles such as product control, trade control, risk management, or related functions within energy, commodities, or financial trading environments.
• 2+ years of managerial experience managing, mentoring, and developing middle office teams.
• 2‑5 years of familiarity with SOX compliance and internal control frameworks.
• Deep understanding of ETRM systems and workflows.
• Hands‑on experience with daily deal validation, price curve review, P&L attribution, and risk reporting.
• Experience preparing and distributing daily P&L and risk reports to senior management.
• Demonstrated ability to drive improvements in workflow configuration, data validation, and system integrity.
• Experience implementing new controls, policies, or system enhancements.
• Strong communication skills for reporting, presenting findings, and collaborating with front office, risk, finance, and audit teams.
• Previous experience in the Power or utilities industry.