Oil Derivatives Trader
We are seeking a well-versed and highly motivated individual to join our Trading team at a major European Energy Supply & Trading company headquartered in Switzerland.
The Position
You will be part of the Front Office Team, playing a crucial role in handling some of the largest market risks the company is exposed to and developing cutting-edge market analytics. This role offers the opportunity to shape trading strategies and contribute significantly to the company's bottom line.
As an oil derivatives trader, you will work closely with the Head of Trading to manage the company's exposure to refining margin risk, develop analytical frameworks to improve decision-making, and collaborate with internal teams to enhance market insights and trading performance.
Your Key Responsibilities
* Develop and execute refining margin hedging strategies.
* Manage crude time spread and flat price risks within existing authorities framework.
* Develop and maintain an analytical framework to assess physical and paper market fundamentals.
* Engage with the risk team and commercial analysts to review exposure and PnL reporting, and improve these as required.
* Support M&A and other commercial projects as needed.
Your Profile
* 2-5 years of derivatives trading experience, preferably managing risk for a refining system.
* Strong quantitative and analytical skills, with experience building models and frameworks to support trading decisions.
* Able to work well under pressure and manage competing priorities.
* Team player, able to work collaboratively with others and mentor junior colleagues.
* Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, Bloomberg, or Reuters. Knowledge of Python, R, or PowerBI is a strong plus.
* The work is conducted entirely in English. Proficiency in French and/or German is useful but not required.