Market Risk Analyst

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the energy sector is seeking a Market Risk Analyst to navigate the complexities of electricity generation and trading. The role involves advanced analytical skills and a deep understanding of market dynamics, specifically in renewable energy and financial instruments. Candidates should be proficient in Excel and have experience in statistical analysis and programming languages.

Qualifications

• Experience in renewable Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs)
• Understanding of wholesale electricity and gas markets
• Experience with optimization and trading of generation assets

Responsibilities

• Analyze market risk associated with thermal and flexible generation assets
• Utilize statistical analysis for trading decisions
• Evaluate financial instruments such as swaps and derivatives

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Statistical analysis

Understanding of trading instruments

Programming skills (Python, SQL, R, VBA)

Knowledge of key risk metrics

Job description

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Market Risk Analyst, London (City of London)

Location: London (City of London), United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

Job Description:

• Familiarity with the electricity generation and supply sectors, including experience with renewable Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs).
• Understanding of wholesale electricity and gas markets, including commonly used trading instruments.
• Experience in the optimisation and trading of thermal and flexible generation assets, with knowledge of renewable energy certificate trading considered an advantage.
• Understanding of financial instruments such as swaps, options, and derivatives is advantageous.
• Advanced Excel skills, with proficiency in at least one programming language such as Python, SQL, R, or VBA.
• Ability to perform statistical analysis using Excel or other analytical tools.
• Knowledge of key risk metrics including volatility, correlation, and value-at-risk.