Market Risk Analyst

About the Role

Are you looking for a position where your contributions directly support sustainable business growth? Do you want to collaborate with experienced energy professionals who are eager to share their expertise?

One of our clients are looking for a Market Risk Analyst , you’ll play a key role in partnering with the business to ensure risk is managed effectively and aligned with established guidelines and policies.

Our client

Our client are a leading European energy trading company seeking a talented individual to join our Market Risk Management team. Their team consists of dedicated specialists from diverse backgrounds, working closely with other risk units to support the business.

In this role, you will:

• Monitor daily trading positions, market developments, and mandates for a specific business area
• Report daily profit and loss
• Track and follow up on risk metrics such as VaR and CFaR

Your Profile and Growth Path

Whether you’re a recent graduate or have prior experience in the energy or financial sector, this role offers exciting challenges and opportunities for growth. You’ll receive comprehensive onboarding to ensure you’re well-prepared to manage market risk exposure and deliver timely, accurate reporting.

Over time, you’ll take on a key role in strengthening business partnership approach through in-depth analysis and risk control, helping ensure the company remains competitive and resilient.

What We Offer

• A collaborative work environment with top-rated employee satisfaction
• Skilled colleagues who set high standards
• Opportunities for professional development
• Flexible working hours
• Social and professional events, including sports activities and team gatherings
• Modern office located in a central European hub

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor positions and mandates daily
• Prepare daily P&L reports
• Ensure market risk exposures are understood, managed, and reported promptly
• Implement best practices for risk analysis and monitoring
• Collaborate with stakeholders on new and existing business activities
• Conduct risk analyses and develop reporting frameworks
• Approve limits for new products or strategies
• Assess market risk for new business cases
• Develop stress tests and scenario analyses
• Provide backup support for team-related tasks

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Economics, Finance, Mathematics, or a related field
• Experience in the energy or financial sector preferred (risk management experience is a plus)
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills
• Excellent communication skills in English
• Familiarity with SQL and Power BI is an advantage, or willingness to learn

Personal Attributes

• Collaborative team player with the ability to work independently
• Proactive and comfortable taking ownership of responsibilities
• Holistic approach to risk analysis, considering broader business factors
• Positive attitude and willingness to tackle tasks of all sizes