As Senior Risk Manager, you will sit at the heart of the trading operation, owning the full risk framework and acting as a key counterpart to the trading desks and senior management.
Client Details
Our client is a leading international oil trading house, with a diversified portfolio spanning crude oil, refined products and energy derivatives. Operating across global markets, the firm is known for its rigorous risk culture and the quality of its trading infrastructure.
Description
* Design, implement and continuously improve the market risk framework (price, FX, interest rate) across physical and paper portfolios
* Monitor daily P&L, positions, VaR, Greeks and exposure limits; escalate breaches with clear analysis
* Produce risk reporting for the CFO, COO and Risk Committee, with actionable recommendations
* Manage counterparty and credit risk: scoring, credit limits, collateral and margin calls
* Contribute to hedging strategy design and optimisation in close collaboration with traders
* Drive cross-functional projects: CTRM implementation, stress testing, regulatory compliance
Profile
* Engineering degree from a top-tier university (École Polytechnique, EPFL, ETH Zürich, Imperial, TU Delft or equivalent) ideally complemented by a Master's in quantitative finance, financial engineering or applied mathematics
* 7+ years of risk management experience in commodities, with mandatory exposure to oil markets (crude and/or refined products)
* Strong command of energy derivatives (futures, swaps, options) and physical trading mechanics
* Expertise in VaR methodologies, stress testing, risk limits frameworks and collateral management
* Hands‑on experience with CTRM platforms (Openlink, Triple Point, Brady or equivalent)
* Advanced proficiency in Python, SQL and Excel for quantitative analysis and automation
* Fluent English required. French is an asset
Job Offer
* Competitive package: strong base salary + discretionary performance bonus
* Direct visibility with C‑suite and senior trading leadership
* Intellectually demanding, international environment
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