Trading Analyst

About the role

The Trading Analyst will support the energy trading team by researching oil and gas markets, building quantitative models, and evaluating trade opportunities. This role involves close collaboration with risk, treasury, and operations to ensure profitable and compliant transactions.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct continuous research on regional and global oil and gas markets, tracking supply‑demand balances, inventory levels, and macroeconomic trends.
• Monitor and analyze benchmark prices such as Brent and Platts, identifying commercial trends and market anomalies.
• Build and maintain quantitative models to forecast price movements, margins, and financial outcomes for prospective trades.
• Evaluate and structure buying and selling opportunities for crude oil, refined products, or related energy commodities.
• Perform cost‑benefit analyses, including netback calculations, freight and logistics costs, and financing expenses.
• Assist the trading team during contract negotiations by providing real‑time data, valuation sheets, and sensitivity analyses.
• Monitor credit, market, and operational risk exposures associated with open trading positions.
• Track counterparty credit limits, financial health, and compliance records before and during transaction execution.
• Collaborate with Treasury and Risk teams to assess and execute hedging strategies.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly trading dashboards, P&L reports, and exposure summaries for senior executive review.
• Work closely with Trade Operations and Finance teams to ensure seamless contract execution, accurate billing, and timely performance reviews.

Required profile

• BSc degree (or equivalent).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar trading or energy‑markets role.

Required skills