Senior Quantitative Risk Analyst (m/f/d)

SEFE Marketing & Trading Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus earning potential

Pension with 10% employer contribution

25 days holiday

Buy/sell holidays

Life assurance

Medical and dental insurance

Flexible benefits

Job summary

SEFE Marketing & Trading Ltd seeks a talented Quantitative Risk Analyst to build, challenge and enhance risk models across Europe’s leading energy business.

You will validate valuation frameworks, drive improvements, and translate complex quantitative concepts for technical and non-technical stakeholders within a hybrid working environment. The role spans risk management, P&L, and balance sheet activities.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent in Mathematics, Physics, Quantitative Finance, Financial Engineering, or related discipline.
• Strong understanding of derivative valuation methodologies and risk measurement techniques.
• Deep knowledge of probability theory, stochastic processes, time series analysis, and mathematical modelling.
• Hands-on experience developing and maintaining market and credit risk models, including Monte Carlo methods.
• Programming experience in version-controlled environments (e.g., GitHub).
• Excellent analytical skills with ability to challenge assumptions and improve methodologies.
• Exceptional communication to explain complex concepts clearly for technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop, enhance and maintain quantitative risk models underpinning SEFE's Group Risk Framework (MVaR, CMaR, CVaR, PFE).
• Lead independent validation of valuation and exposure models used across risk management, P&L and balance sheet.
• Drive continuous improvement of modelling approaches ensuring robustness and industry best practice.
• Maintain high-quality model documentation and governance standards.
• Translate complex quantitative concepts into clear insights for diverse stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Risk Management, Middle Office, Trading and Finance to ensure proper model implementation.
• Support external audits with guidance on valuation methodologies.
• Contribute to key projects shaping SEFE’s future risk analytics.

Skills

Derivative valuation

Risk measurement techniques

Probability theory & stochastic models

Monte Carlo simulations

Programming (GitHub)

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Multi-priority management

Collaborative problem solving

Education

Master’s degree in quantitative field

Tools

GitHub

Job description

IN SHORT

We're looking for a talented Quantitative Risk Analyst to help build, challenge and enhance the models that drive risk‑taking decisions across one of Europe's leading energy businesses. Working at the heart of Risk Management, you'll combine advanced quantitative techniques, derivative pricing expertise and commercial insight to deliver robust risk models, independently validate complex valuation frameworks, and influence strategic decision‑making across the organisation.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys solving complex problems, challenging assumptions, and applying cutting‑edge quantitative methods in fast‑moving global energy markets.

What Will You Do

• Develop, enhance, and maintain quantitative risk models that underpin SEFE's Group Risk Framework, including MVaR, CMaR, CVaR, and PFE methodologies.
• Lead independent validation and review of valuation and exposure models used across risk management, P&L reporting, and balance sheet activities.
• Drive continuous improvement of modelling approaches, ensuring robustness, accuracy, and alignment with industry best practice.
• Maintain high‑quality model documentation and governance standards across the risk landscape.
• Translate complex quantitative concepts into clear, actionable insights for both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Partner with Risk Management, Middle Office, Trading, and Finance teams to ensure models are appropriately implemented and understood.
• Support external audits and assurance reviews by providing expert guidance on valuation and quantitative methodologies.
• Contribute to key projects that shape the future of risk analytics within one of Europe's leading energy companies.

What Will You Bring

• Master's degree (or equivalent) in Mathematics, Physics, Quantitative Finance, Financial Engineering, or a related quantitative discipline.
• Strong understanding of derivative valuation methodologies and market and credit risk measurement techniques.
• Deep knowledge of probability theory, stochastic processes, time series analysis, and mathematical modelling.
• Hands-on experience developing and maintaining market and credit risk models, including Monte Carlo simulation techniques.
• Programming experience, ideally within version‑controlled environments such as GitHub.
• Strong analytical mindset with a natural ability to challenge assumptions, identify model limitations, and improve methodologies.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to explain sophisticated quantitative concepts in a clear and engaging way.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and thrive in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
• A collaborative approach, intellectual curiosity, and a passion for solving complex problems.

About Us

SEFE is an international energy company anchored in Europe, delivering energy solutions that ensure reliable and affordable supply. Our activities span the entire energy value chain - from origination and trading to sales, transport and storage. With decades of trading expertise and a growing LNG portfolio, SEFE is one of Europe's leading suppliers to industrial customers, providing more than 200 TWh of gas and power each year. We supply over 50,000 clients, from small businesses to municipalities and multinational organisations. By investing in clean energies, we support our customers on their decarbonisation journey and contribute to the energy transition. SEFE employs over 2,000 people worldwide and is owned by the Federal Government of Germany. Securing energy - now and for the future.

Our Benefits

We're committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces diversity and fosters the development of knowledge, skills, and experience. Whatever your role, you'll find an open, welcoming atmosphere that empowers you, and recognises your contribution. In return we offer a competitive starting salary supported by a comprehensive range of financial, lifestyle and wellness benefits with the flexibility to follow a hybrid working model.

• bonus earning potential
• non‑contributory pension with 10% employer contribution
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and volunteering days
• buy / sell holidays
• life assurance
• medical and dental insurance (family cover)
• range of optional flexible benefits

We are committed to supporting your career growth with opportunities to develop both your knowledge and experience through a blended approach to learning. Join SEFE and help us secure energy supply across Europe and shape a better, more sustainable tomorrow.