Quantitative Risk and Data Analyst

Petroineos Trading Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical

Dental insurance

Travel insurance

Life assurance

Gym allowance

Pension scheme

25 days leave

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Petroineos Trading Limited is seeking a Quantitative Risk and Data Analyst to support the Commercial Risk team in London. You will develop quantitative models for trading strategies in gas and power, run VAR and risk reporting, and manage risk data across systems.

The role requires 4–5 years of experience, strong SQL/programming skills, and a passion for commodities. You will join a collaborative team with exposure to cutting‑edge market technology and a proactive, deadline‑driven mindset.

Qualifications

• Degree level education in a numerate subject (e.g., Economics, Engineering, IT, Science or Mathematics).
• Database (SQL) / coding / system knowledge and experience.
• Commodities/Derivatives experience in a similar trading organization.
• Minimum 4-5 years’ experience preferred.
• Proven quantitative and programmatic skills.
• A strong grasp of mathematics with strong analytical skills.
• Proven track record of developing and applying quantitative models to complex gas and/or power deals (e.g. gas storages, virtual power plants).
• Ability to think logically and problem solve.
• Interest in commodities, traded markets and/or energy transition important.
• Be a self-starter as well as a team player.
• Willingness and ability to work and deliver on timelines.
• Be diligent and dedicated to manage ad‑hoc analysis and projects in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Risk reporting – daily/weekly/monthly reporting of risk the business carries, develop holistic Risk reporting for department, e.g. VAR suite, Stress testing, consolidated exposure/risk reports.
• Actively run and support daily VAR process.
• Development of quantitative models for the evaluation of complex structured deals, support originators/traders in the development and implementation of trading strategies incorporating such models.
• Development and validation of quantitative models for use in transaction valuation and risk measurement within the Commercial Risk.
• Risk data management – Ensure data in Risk systems are accurate, complete and accessible.
• Risk Platform/System development: improve processes, systems and reporting from internal systems for Risk needs. Develop and support operationalisation of latest market technology.
• Price Analysis – time series analysis of prices/volatilities/correlations, support annual Audit review of company price and valuation data.
• Data handling – Provide data extract and manipulation for Risk Team and stakeholders.
• Develop collaborative relationship with key stakeholders across functions.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Mathematical skills

Problem solving

Team player

Self-starter

Analytical thinking

Interest in commodities

Timeline management

Education

Degree in numerate subject

Tools

SQL

Programming

Data manipulation

Job description

Description The Quantitative Risk and Data Analyst will play a key role in the day-to-day functioning of the Commercial Risk team, with scope to work on exciting projects, including the development of new quantitative models to support the implementation of trading strategies, with a focus on Gas and Power.

Application Deadline: 28 August 2026

Department: Risk Control

Location: London, UK

Key Responsibilities

• Risk reporting – daily/weekly/monthly reporting of risk the business carries, develop holistic Risk reporting for department, e.g. VAR suite, Stress testing, consolidated exposure/risk reports.
• Actively run and support daily VAR process.
• Development of quantitative models for the evaluation of complex structured deals, support originators/traders in the development and implementation of trading strategies incorporating such models.
• Development and validation of quantitative models for use in transaction valuation and risk measurement within the Commercial Risk.
• Risk data management – Ensure data in Risk systems are accurate, complete and accessible.
• Risk Platform/System development: improve processes, systems and reporting from internal systems for Risk needs. Develop and support operationalisation of latest market technology.
• Price Analysis – time series analysis of prices/volatilities/correlations, support annual Audit review of company price and valuation data.
• Data handling – Provide data extract and manipulation for Risk Team and stakeholders.
• Develop collaborative relationship with key stakeholders across functions.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Degree level education in a numerate subject, preferably in Economics, Engineering, IT, Science or Mathematics.
• Database (SQL) / coding / system knowledge and experience.
• Commodities/Derivatives experience in a similar trading organization.
• Minimum 4-5 years’ experience preferred.
• Proven quantitative and programmatic skills.
• A strong grasp of mathematics is a must with strong analytical skills.
• Proven track record of developing and applying quantitative models to complex gas and/or power deals (e.g. gas storages, virtual power plants).
• Ability to think logically and problem solve is key.
• Interest in commodities, traded markets and/or energy transition important.
• Be a self-starter as well as a team player.
• Willingness and ability to work and deliver on timelines.
• Be diligent and dedicated to manage ad‑hoc analysis and projects in a timely manner.

Benefits

This role offers a competitive salary (commensurate with experience), plus a comprehensive benefits package, including Private Medical, Dental and Travel Insurance cover, Life Assurance, Annual Gym Allowance, Contributory Pension Scheme, 25 days annual leave, Discretionary Bonus, and more. This is a full‑time position, with the successful candidate being required to attend the London office 4 days per week.