Market Risk Analyst

SmartestEnergy Business Limited; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Market Risk Analyst, where you will innovate and develop tools to shape the future of market risk management. You will leverage your expertise in the GB electricity markets and risk management to perform in-depth analyses and provide expert recommendations. With a commitment to diversity and flexible working options, this role offers you the chance to make a global impact while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. If you're passionate about the energy sector and ready to contribute to a dynamic team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

Global Impact Opportunities

Qualifications

• Significant experience in the energy sector in a risk, pricing, or analytics role.
• Strong knowledge of Excel and programming in at least one language.

Responsibilities

• Develop models and tools for risk analysis and present risk proposals.
• Keep risk policies current and support new business activities.

Skills

Risk Analysis

Excel

Python

SQL

R

VBA

Market Liquidity Analysis

Tools

ETRM Systems

Trading Databases

Job description

As a Market Risk Analyst, you'll develop innovative models and tools, perform in-depth analyses, and present compelling risk proposals. You'll keep our risk policies current, support new business activities, and provide expert recommendations. With your knowledge of the GB electricity markets, risk management and proficiency in Excel and basic programming, you'll help shape the future of market risk management.

What skills/experience do I need to be successful?

• Significant experience in the energy sector in a risk, pricing oranalytics role;
• Performed risk analysis in Excel or other applications, on aspects such asprices, market liquidity, portfolio positions, such as computing volatilities,correlations, P&L distributions, value-at-risk, risk premia, etc;
• Some exposure to ETRM systems and trading databases;
• Reviewed and updated controls and limits such as on positions and P&Lsfor monitoring business activities;
• Strong knowledge of Excel and some ability to program in at least one
  language, such as Python, SQL, R or VBA.

What sets us apart?

• Global Impact:With offices in the UK, US, and Australia, and plans for further expansion, you'll be part of a dynamic, globally-minded team, with opportunities to explore new markets and make a difference on a global scale.
• Flexible Working:Embrace the freedom to work from anywhere in the world for up to 30 days a year. We prioritize work-life balance, recognizing that your well-being matters.Find out more here.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:We celebrate our diverse culture and value individuals irrespective of background, disability, religion, gender identity, sexuality, or ethnicity. Join a team where diversity is not just welcomed but celebrated as a key driver of growth and innovation.

What happens next?

Once we receive your application, it will be reviewed by a human – no bots here! The average process typically takes around 2-3 weeks, with 2 stages of video interviews using Teams. However, this can vary depending on the role. We may invite you for a face-to-face meeting or require only 1 video interview. If you have any questions or need support, our Recruitment Team is here to assist you.

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