Our client is building out its natural gas trading platform in Houston and is looking to add a Risk Manager to the team. This role sits close to the trading desk, owning daily P&L and exposure reporting while partnering directly with traders and leadership. It’s a high-visibility position with strong runway for growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Own daily P&L and risk reporting, including variance analysis and clear communication of key drivers
- Monitor and explain portfolio exposures across regions and products
- Ensure accurate trade capture, reconciliation, and lifecycle integrity
- Partner with traders on ad hoc analysis to support commercial decision-making
- Enhance reporting, models, and processes through automation and system improvements
- Work cross-functionally with global teams to ensure consistency, accuracy, and control
Required Experience / Skills:
- Bachelors in a quantitative field (Finance, Economics, Engineering, Math, or similar)
- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable insight
- Expertise with trading risk concepts (P&L attribution, VaR, stress testing) preferred
- Advanced Excel skills; exposure to SQL, Python, or VBA is a plus
- Detail-oriented with strong ownership and accountability
- Comfortable working directly with front office in a fast-paced environment