LNG Structurer

MET Group; Baar; Hybrid; CHF 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

MET International AG in Switzerland seeks a LNG Trading Analyst to provide analytical support to the LNG Short Term team, using Endur, Power BI, and external market data. You will assist traders through the full trade lifecycle, including post-booking activities and scenario analysis.

The role involves evaluating LNG opportunities, cargo optimization, and fleet utilization, while monitoring exposures and contributing to risk management and hedging strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Economics, Finance, Engineering, Mathematics, Energy, or a related quantitative discipline.
• Experience in LNG/natural gas markets, trading support, portfolio optimization, or commodity trading.
• Advanced proficiency in Endur and Power BI; Python, SQL, and familiarity with market data platforms are an advantage.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and commercial skills with attention to detail and communication.
• Ability to collaborate with traders and senior stakeholders in a fast-paced trading environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily analytical and operational support to LNG Trading Short Term team using Endur, Power BI, and market data.
• Support traders through the trade lifecycle, post-booking activities, deal valuation, and scenario analysis.
• Evaluate LNG opportunities, cargo optimization, shipping economics, and fleet utilization for portfolio optimization.
• Monitor portfolio exposures, P&L, performance, and sensitivities; support risk management and hedging.
• Produce daily/weekly/monthly market and portfolio reports, dashboards, and management presentations.
• Develop analytical tools and support automation and digitalization in trading processes.
• Collaborate with LNG Traders, Origination, Operations, Shipping, Risk, Finance, MO, and Quant teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Quantitative skills

Communication

Collaboration

Fast-paced work

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Economics/Finance/Engineering/Mathematics/Energy

Tools

Endur

Power BI

Python

SQL

Kpler

ICIS

Bloomberg

Refinitiv

Job description

MET International AG (METI) was established in 2010 to consolidate and develop MET Group’s international natural gas sales and purchase portfolio, as well as to establish a trading arm for commodity lines.

METI is responsible for providing highly competitive supply structures to its gas and power sales affiliates, optimising its power generation assets, managing the LNG portfolio, and trading around international positions.

Job Description

• Provide daily analytical and operational support to the LNG Trading Short Term team, using Endur, Power BI, and external market information
• Support traders throughout the trade lifecycle, including post-booking activities, deal valuation, scenario analysis, and maintenance of commercial assumptions and market data
• Evaluate spot and term LNG opportunities, cargo optimization, shipping economics, and fleet utilization, providing analytical support for trading decisions and portfolio optimization
• Monitor portfolio exposures, P&L, performance, and sensitivities to price, freight, FX, and operational variables, supporting risk management and hedging strategies
• Produce daily, weekly, and monthly market and portfolio reports, dashboards, and management presentations, ensuring data quality and integrity
• Develop analytical tools and support automation and digitalization initiatives to improve trading and decision-making processes
• Collaborate closely with LNG Traders, Origination, Operations, Shipping, Risk, Finance, Middle Office, and Quantitative Analytics teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Economics, Finance, Engineering, Mathematics, Energy, or a related quantitative discipline
• Experience in LNG/natural gas markets, trading support, portfolio optimization, or commodity trading, with strong knowledge of LNG markets, freight, pricing, derivatives, and hedging
• Experience in LNG valuation, scenario analysis, risk management, and performance analysis
• Advanced proficiency in Endur and Power BI; Python, SQL, and familiarity with market intelligence platforms such as Kpler, ICIS, Bloomberg, or Refinitiv are an advantage
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and commercial skills, with excellent attention to detail and communication abilities
• Ability to collaborate effectively with traders and senior stakeholders and perform in a fast-paced, high-priority trading environment