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Risk Management Manager –Energy Trading Business Unit(Austin, Texas)

This position will be remote to start and then to work hybrid when the new offices have opened.

Our client is anElectricity/utilities/energypower company with a presence globally, including in the US. They are looking for a new Risk Management Manager to front an exciting new venture in Austin, Texas.

Our client is seekinga highly skilled and experienced Risk Management Manager to join the team in the Energy Trading Business Units. As a Risk Management Manager, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks associated with their energy trading activities. You will work closely with our trading team, analysing market trends, evaluating potential risks, and implementing strategies to safeguard our investments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Stay updated on industry best practices and regulatory requirements related to energy trading risk management
• Other duties as assigned by management
• Implement risk monitoring tools and systems to track exposure and limit breaches
• Conduct thorough risk assessments of energy trading portfolio and develop risk mitigation strategies
• Participate in cross-functional teams to address specific risk-relate projects and initiatives for energy trading or other related projects
• Generate and present regular risk reports to senior management and stakeholders
• Develop, review evaluate, and enhance risk management policies and procedures to adapt to changing market conditions
• Develop, monitor, and analyse market conditions, price movements, and regulatory changes that may impact trading activities
• Develop and maintain risk models and analytics to support decision-making
• Collaborate with traders to set risk limits and ensure compliance with risk management policies

Qualification:

• Effective communication and presentation abilities
• Familiarity with relevant regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements
• Excellence in analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proven experience inrisk managementwithin theenergy trading industry
• Proficiency in risk modelling and analytics tools
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or a related field
• Understanding ofhedging documents– familiar with hedging policies
• Ability to work well in a dynamic environment
• Strong knowledge of energy markets, derivatives, and risk assessment techniques