Senior Gas Prop Trader

Alpiq; Bezirk Olten; Hybrid; CHF 120,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Training and development

Flexible work models

Job summary

Alpiq is seeking a skilled Gas Prop Trader based in Olten, Switzerland, operating in a hybrid model. The role focuses on developing and managing proprietary trading strategies across European gas markets within Alpiq’s risk framework.

The candidate will analyse market trends, work with Fundamentals Analysts to enhance models, and manage positions while maintaining strong counterparty relationships. A strong track record in gas trading is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in economics or a quantitative field.
• Proven track record as a Natural Gas Proprietary Trader.
• Experience and proven track record as a Natural Gas Proprietary or Flow Trader.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and execute trading strategies for European gas location spreads.
• Analyse energy market trends and data to optimize strategies.
• Collaborate with Fundamentals Analysts on models and enhancements.
• Manage trading positions and oversee the team’s portfolios.
• Maintain strong relationships with counterparties and brokers.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and internal guidelines.

Skills

Analytical skills

Quantitative skills

Communication skills

Team player

Education

Economics / quantitative field (Bachelor’s & Master’s)

Job description

About The Role

Role type: Permanent | Location: Olten | Model: Hybrid | Level of travels: n/a

Olten, CH - 100% | Full time

Our Company

Alpiq is one of Switzerland's leading electricity producers and a key energy services provider across Europe. Headquartered in Lausanne and powered by a strong portfolio of hydropower, nuclear, and renewable energy sources, we’re all about impact, for the climate, for people, and for the security of supply.

More than 1,300 colleagues from nearly 60 nationalities bring their energy to a shared purpose: Together for a better climate and an improved security of supply.

We work in a values-driven culture shaped by trust, curiosity, and respect. Our 4 company values have been co-created with our employees and are embedded in everything we do as a company:

\"We are ALP1Q \"- reflects our team spirit

\"We learn and grow together\" - we have courage

\"We share the steering wheel\" - we take ownership

\"We focus on the outcome\" - your impact matters

At Alpiq, your energy matters!

Mission

We are looking for a skilled Gas Prop Trader with proven record tojoin and contribute to the success of the Gas Trading Team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, executing and managing proprietary trading strategies in the European Gas markets within Alpiq’s risk remit.

Your Main Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and execute trading strategies, on fundamental and technical analysis around European gas location spreads.
• Analyse energy market trends and data to optimize strategies.
• Work with Fundamentals Analysts on models, identify and address areas for enhancement to enable growth of the business.
• Working knowledge of all relevant market operations and execution.
• Good communication skills to enable work within the Gas Desk, Analysts, Risk Teams and Management.
• Manage Trading positions of their book as well as team’s portfolios.
• The ability to work effectively in a team environment and contribute toinformation sharing within the gas desk as well as within merchant trading.
• Manage relationships with counterparties and brokers.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and internal guidelines

Your profile

• Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in economics and/or other quantitative field.
• Experience and proven track record as a Natural Gas Proprietary Trader.
• Working knowledge of all relevant market operations and execution (experience of managing physical gas delivery on European hubs is an advantage).
• Experience and proven track record as a Natural Gas Proprietary or Flow Trader.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Team player with Excellent communication skills
• Demonstrable track record of producing sustainable revenue from trading activities

Disclaimer: Please note that applications submitted by agencies or third-party recruiters will not be considered unless the agency is part of our Preferred Supplier List (PSL).

Your Benefits

Competitive salary package

• Market-oriented salary

Training and development

• Diverse opportunities for career growth

Flexible work models

• Various flexible work models