Energy Trading Quant – Portfolio Risk & Analytics

gunvor; Georgia; On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Centalion is seeking a Quantitative Risk Analyst to join the Portfolio Optimization team, developing risk models and analytics that drive trading decisions. You will work with traders, commercial teams, and technology to translate data into actionable insights for portfolio performance.

You will design and refine quantitative tools, monitor exposures, and help optimize strategies across energy markets, integrating market data and valuation methodologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Quantitative Finance, or related.
• Typically 3–5 years of experience in quantitative analytics, risk management, or related in commodity trading, energy markets, or financial trading.
• Advanced degree in a quantitative discipline is advantageous.
• Candidates with less experience will be considered with exceptional quantitative capabilities and strong practical application of theory.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement quantitative risk models to measure, monitor, and evaluate trading exposures.
• Take ownership of models, ensuring accurate valuation and risk assessment while incorporating maturity, seasonality, and market dynamics.
• Apply quantitative techniques and statistical analysis to support portfolio risk management and commercial decisions.
• Evaluate risk characteristics of complex transactions and provide analytical support to commercial stakeholders.
• Support P&L and position reporting; improve data integrity and analytical workflows.
• Consolidate and analyze large datasets to develop scalable analytical infrastructure.

Skills

Quantitative analytics

Risk modeling

Portfolio analytics

Statistical analysis

Financial mathematics

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Quantitative Finance, or related

Advanced degree advantageous

Job description

Centalion is seeking a Quantitative Risk Analyst to join the Portfolio Optimization team, developing risk models and analytics that drive trading decisions. You will work with traders, commercial teams, and technology to translate data into actionable insights for portfolio performance.

You will design and refine quantitative tools, monitor exposures, and help optimize strategies across energy markets, integrating market data and valuation methodologies.