Risk Manager

BGN; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

BGN is looking for a professional in Houston, Texas, to analyze and optimize trading strategies for petroleum and natural gas. The role involves developing and executing hedging strategies to manage risks associated with price volatility. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree and have deep knowledge of energy trading, strong analytical skills, and the ability to implement effective financial strategies. BGN offers a dynamic work environment with a focus on effective risk management.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of petroleum, natural gas, and energy commodities trading.
• Extensive expertise in financial instruments like futures, options, and swaps.
• Ability to develop and implement effective hedging strategies.

Responsibilities

• Analyze price fluctuations of energy commodities.
• Evaluate the impact of geopolitical developments on trading.
• Develop strategies to minimize exposure to price volatility.

Skills

Knowledge of petroleum and natural gas trading

Expertise in futures and options

Hedging strategy development

Strong analytical skills

Mathematical and statistical competencies

Problem-solving skills

Proactive mindset

Resource management

Leadership skills

Professional representation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

• Continuously analyzes price fluctuations of petroleum, natural gas, and other energy commodities,
• Evaluates the impact of geopolitical developments, supply-demand balance, and market dynamics on trading activities,
• Develops strategies and minimizes the company's exposure to risks from oil and gas price volatility by utilizing derivative products,
• Executes financial risk hedging transactions in energy trading through derivative instruments such as futures, options, and swaps,
• Examines market trends, reports, and forecasts to optimize commercial strategies,
• Ensures that derivative market transactions are aligned with the company’s profit protection objectives,
• Monitors and reports on the cost, benefits, and overall financial performance of hedging activities,
• Accurately reflects hedging activities in financial reports and ensures compliance with international standards,
• Optimizes financing through the trading of derivative products,
• Maintains communication with partner banks and provides updates on the company’s risk management practices,
• Coordinates risk management processes by collaborating closely with energy trading, finance, treasury, and operations teams

Skills

• Possesses in-depth knowledge of the trading of petroleum, natural gas, and other energy commodities,
• Extensive expertise in futures, options, swaps, and other derivative financial instruments,
• Proven ability to develop and effectively implement hedging strategies,
• Strong analytical skills for working with large datasets, monitoring market movements, and making data-driven decisions,
• Advanced mathematical and statistical competencies applicable to financial risk calculations and modeling,
• Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills,
• Proactive mindset,
• Ability to manage resources efficiently and effectively,
• Strong leadership skills with the capacity to coach and mentor teams,
• Capable of representing the organization professionally and accurately.

Education

• Have at least bachelor’s degree
• Demonstrated participation in training programs that contribute to professional and personal development