Risk Manager, Energy | Houston, TX, USA | Hybrid

Selby Jennings; Weymouth (MA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global proprietary trading firm is seeking a Risk Manager for their energy trading activities. The role involves establishing risk frameworks, overseeing trading activities, and communicating insights to traders and senior management. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in risk management within energy markets and proficiency in analytical tools.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in risk management within an energy trading environment.
• Familiarity with Power ISO/RTO markets and related products.
• Understanding of Natural Gas markets and products.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with trading teams to identify and define risk exposures.
• Develop and maintain risk management frameworks for trading strategies.
• Prepare and deliver risk reports for senior leadership.

Skills

Analytical tools

Risk management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical or quantitative discipline

Advanced degree

Tools

SQL

VBA

Python

R

Job description

Risk Manager, Energy

Selby Jennings Houston, United States Apply now Posted 3 days ago Hybrid Job Permanent USD120000 - USD160000 per year + Bonus

Selby Jennings is partnered with one of the top global proprietary trading firms that is looking to bring on a Risk Manager to support their energy trading activities. Reporting directly into the Head of Commodities Risk, the Risk Manager will be responsible for establishing & maintain risk frameworks for different trading strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with trading teams to identify and define their unique risk exposures.
• Develop, implement, and maintain risk management frameworks tailored to various trading strategies.
• Oversee daily trading activities to ensure compliance with established risk limits and evaluate risk positions.
• Communicate risk insights and assessments to Traders and Portfolio Managers.
• Prepare and deliver risk reports for senior leadership.
• Contribute to the evolution of risk management practices by designing, building, and utilizing effective tools and reporting systems.
• Stay informed on market trends, risk drivers, and factors influencing portfolio performance and risk.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in a technical or quantitative discipline is required; an advanced degree is a plus.
• Prior experience in risk management within an energy trading environment.
• Familiarity with Power ISO/RTO markets and related products.
• Understanding of Natural Gas markets and products.
• Experience managing risk in FTR (Financial Transmission Rights) portfolios is highly desired.
• Proficiency in analytical tools such as SQL, VBA, Python, or R; programming experience is beneficial.
• Experience with power analytics platforms is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical thinking and sound decision-making abilities.

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