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Market Risk Analyst

London
money-bag Negotiable
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Posted 2 days ago

Social network you want to login/join with:Our client is a marketing and trading business supporting global energy operations. They are involved in equity production marketing, third-party trading, shipping, storage, and derivatives. The organisation operates across global time zones and continues to grow its European customer base across a range of energy products.Due to continued expansion, we are seeking a Market Risk Analyst to join the team. The successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring risk exposures across both physical and financial energy commodity portfolios, calculating Value at Risk (VaR) and stress scenarios, and providing insight into market movements, forward curves, and trading PandL drivers. The role involves close collaboration with front office and control teams to manage risk limits, support hedging decisions, and enhance risk models and reporting tools.RESPONSIBILITIESMonitor and analyse daily market risk exposure across energy commodity portfolios (e.g., crude oil, LPG, natural gas, power, carbon)Calculate and validate key risk metrics, including Value at Risk (VaR), stress testing, scenario analysis, and mark-to-market PandL attributionTrack and interpret movements in commodity prices, forward curves, volatilities, and basis risks.Collaborate with trading, risk control, and finance teams to investigate and explain material PandL and risk driversSupport the implementation and back testing of risk models and assumptions specific to physical and financial commodity productsEnsure compliance with internal risk limits/Control policy and escalate breaches or anomalies in a timely mannerAssist in reporting to senior management and external regulators, aligned with risk governance frameworks (e.g., ICE, FCA, EMIR, REMIT)Contribute to continuous improvement in risk reporting tools, dashboards, and processes using tools like Python, Power BI, or SQLUnderstand and monitor optionality, storage exposure, logistics constraints, and hedging effectiveness related to energy trading strategiesEDUCATION/ QUALIFICATIONSSKILLS and COMPETENCIESStrong interest in financial markets and risk management conceptsBasic understanding of key financial instruments (bonds, options, swaps, futures) and market risk metrics (VaR, Greeks, sensitivities)Proficiency in Excel; knowledge of Python, SQL, or VBA is a plusAttention to detail and ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environmentStrong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functionsPrior internship or placement year in a financial institution is advantageous.Familiarity with risk systems (e.g., Murex, Bloomberg, Risk Watch, or internal VaR engines).Understanding of regulatory frameworks (e.g., FRTB, Basel III, PRA guidelines).Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) for reporting.EXPERIENCEAt least 2-3 years prior experience in the energy industry, particularly with commodities such as crude oil, is preferred.

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