Shipping and Trading Network (STN) – a headhunting firm specialised in commodities – is working on behalf of a client, a fast-growing entrepreneurial trading company active across agriculture and energy.
We are looking for a Head of Risk to build and lead a world-class risk management framework.
The role in a snapshot:
* Lead global risk management across coffee, palm oil, UCO, fertilizer, biofuels, and refined oil products.
* Set up risk policies, appetite, and limits for both physical and derivative trading.
* Oversee market, credit, and operational risk – including freight, storage, and sustainability certifications.
* Implement stress testing, scenario analysis, and counterparty risk assessments.
* Build and mentor a high-performing global risk team.
* Collaborate closely with trading heads, CFO/partners, IT, and treasury.
The ideal profile:
* 12+ years' risk management experience in a major trading house, agribusiness, or energy company.
* Strong exposure to multi-commodity supply chains and derivatives (futures, swaps, options).
* Proven track record of team leadership and stakeholder influence.
* Familiarity with sustainability-linked trading and regulatory frameworks (CFTC, MiFID, EMIR).
* Analytical, proactive, and solutions-driven mindset.
Location: Geneva or New York (relocation support provided)
Package: Competitive, with performance-linked incentives