Recruitment Consultant @ Vallum Associates
Senior Power & Gas Proprietary Trader
Job Type: Full-time
The Opportunity
A unique opportunity for an experienced Senior Power & Gas Proprietary Trader to join a leading trading firm in Geneva. This is a pure risk-taking position, focused on developing and executing proprietary trading strategies in European power and gas markets. The role is suited for traders with a long-term approach, looking to capitalise on market inefficiencies through deep fundamental and quantitative analysis.
Key Responsibilities
1. Develop and execute mid-to-long-term proprietary trading strategies in European power and gas markets.
2. Take full ownership of trading positions, managing risk and optimising returns.
3. Conduct in-depth fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis to identify market inefficiencies.
4. Manage exposure within defined risk parameters while ensuring capital efficiency.
5. Build and maintain strong relationships with market participants, brokers, and trading counterparties.
6. Ensure strict adherence to risk controls, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
What We’re Looking For
1. Proven experience in proprietary trading within European power and gas markets.
2. A strong track record of consistent profitability and risk-adjusted returns.
3. Deep knowledge of market fundamentals, trading structures, and pricing mechanisms.
4. Strong quantitative and analytical skills, with the ability to develop and test trading hypotheses.
5. Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to identify and capitalise on trading opportunities.
6. Experience managing significant capital allocations with a disciplined risk approach.
7. A well-established network within the European energy trading ecosystem.
Karrierestufe: Management
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