Gunvor SA
Geneva
10 hours ago
Risk Officer - Power
- 31 January 2026
- 100%
- Geneva
Job summary
Join our team as a Risk Officer in Power at our dynamic company. Enjoy a collaborative work environment with great benefits.
Tasks
- Measure and report market risk and daily P&L for Power trades.
- Review valuations, challenge trader assumptions, and ensure data integrity.
- Develop risk analytics and improve processes while supporting traders.
Skills
- Degree in Mathematics, Economics, or related field; 2 years in trading risk.
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail are essential.
- Proficient in Excel; Python and SQL skills are a plus.
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About the job
Job Title:
Risk Officer - Power
Contract Type:
Permanent
Time Type:
Job Description:
The Risk Officer is part of the Risk team, reporting to the Manager Power & Gas. The role focuses on measuring, monitoring, and challenging market risk, positions, and P&L for power trading activities, while delivering high-quality risk reporting and analytics to support decision-making.
Main Responsibilities
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Measure, analyze, and report market risk, positions, and daily P&L for physical and financial Power trades
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Review mark-to-market valuations, curves, volatilities, basis risks, and challenge trader assumptions
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Develop and maintain risk reporting and analytics for traders and senior management
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Validate deals and prices, ensure accurate deal capture, curve updates, and data integrity in trading systems
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Understand, maintain and enhance risk valuation models
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Work closely with Traders, Front Office, Operations, Finance, IT, and Compliance
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Contribute to senior management reporting and monthly accounting translation of trading results
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Identify operational risks and support process and system improvements
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Back up / support for other desk’s Risk officers as the case may be.
Profile & Key Skills
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University degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Economics, Finance, or related field
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Minimum 2 years’ experience in commodity trading risk, preferably in Power and or Natural Gas
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Asset experience is a plus (BESS, PPA)
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Solid understanding of FX risk
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Strong analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail
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Proficient in Excel; Python, VBA and SQL are a plus
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Strong communication skills; fluent in English (French or other European language a plus)
Location: London or Geneva
If you think the open position you see is right for you, we encourage you to apply!
Our people make all the difference in our success.
