Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.
Direct message the job poster from RJC Group
I’m currently working with a well-established firm in Zurich that is expanding its market risk function and is looking to bring on an experienced Market Risk Manager with strong exposure to gas and power markets.
This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to sit close to the business, take ownership of core risk metrics, and play a key role in shaping risk oversight within a dynamic energy trading environment.
The Role
As Market Risk Manager, you’ll be responsible for overseeing market risk across gas and power portfolios, ensuring robust risk measurement, reporting, and governance.
Key responsibilities include:
* Ownership and production of VaR, stress testing, and sensitivity reports
* Daily monitoring and analysis of gas and power trading positions
* Development, validation, and enhancement of risk models and methodologies
* Preparation of clear risk reports for senior management and stakeholders
* Close collaboration with trading, front office, and senior risk leadership
* Supporting limit frameworks, breaches, and escalation processes
* Contribution to ongoing improvements in risk systems and controls
What We’re Looking For
* Strong experience in market risk, ideally within energy trading
* Solid understanding of gas and power markets
* Hands-on experience with VaR, stress testing, and scenario analysis
* Ability to communicate risk clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced, trading-driven environment
* Experience working in or with European energy markets is a strong plus
Why This Role?
* Strategic market risk role with real visibility and influence
* Exposure to complex and interesting energy portfolios
* Based in Zurich, with a high-quality working environment
* Competitive compensation and long-term career growth
📩 If this sounds like something you’d like to explore — or if you know someone who might be a
strong fit — feel free to reach out directly or apply via LinkedIn.
Happy to share more details in confidence
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Finance
Industries
* Oil and Gas
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at RJC Group by 2x
Sign in to set job alerts for “Market Risk Manager” roles.
We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
#J-18808-Ljbffr