Senior Market Risk Analyst

AMBITION GROUP SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commodities trading firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced Risk Officer, responsible for monitoring market risks and analyzing risk metrics in the power and energy sectors. The ideal candidate should possess a degree in a relevant field and at least 5 years of experience in commodity trading risk management. Proficiency in Excel and VBA is essential, with beneficial experience in Python and SQL. This role offers critical involvement in decision-making processes through robust reporting and analytical tools.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in commodity trading risk management.
• Proficiency in advanced technical skills is a plus.
• Familiarity with FX risk and exposure management.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze market risk across trading activities.
• Develop and maintain risk models and reporting frameworks.
• Collaborate with teams to explain risk drivers.

Skills

Commodity trading risk management

Market risk concepts

Valuation models

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics

Tools

Excel

VBA

Python

SQL

Job description

Overview

Our client is one of leading commodities trading house. They are looking for an experienced Risk Officer to join the team, focusing on power, energy and natural gas markets. This position is based in Singapore and plays a critical role in monitoring market exposures, analyzing risk metrics, and supporting decision-making through robust reporting and digital tools.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze market risk across physical and financial trading activities, including daily P&L and exposure reporting.
• Develop and maintain risk models, reporting frameworks, and analytical tools to enhance transparency and control.
• Validate deal capture, pricing, and market data to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal policies.
• Collaborate with trading, origination, and support teams to explain risk drivers and provide actionable insights.
• Prepare regular and ad-hoc reports for senior management, ensuring timely and accurate communication of positions and results.
• Support process improvements, system enhancements, and risk governance initiatives across the organization.

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, or related discipline; advanced technical skills are a plus.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in commodity trading risk management, ideally within power, gas, or renewables.
• Strong understanding of market risk concepts, valuation models, and mark-to-market methodologies.
• Proficiency in Excel and VBA; experience with Python, SQL, or other data analytics tools is advantageous.
• Excellent communication skills, ability to work independently, and strong attention to detail under tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with FX risk and exposure management; knowledge of regional power markets is a plus.

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Business Registration Number: 200611680D. License Number: 10C5117 EA Personal Registration Number: R1875960.