IN SHORT
Do you enjoy solving complex quantitative challenges and influencing risk decisions in a fast-paced energy trading environment?
We're looking for a Quantitative Risk Analyst to play a key role in shaping and enhancing our quantitative risk framework. In this highly visible position, you'll lead critical modelling initiatives, independently validate valuation and exposure models, and act as a trusted advisor to Risk Management, Middle Office, and senior stakeholders across the business.
Alongside delivering high-impact projects, you'll mentor junior analysts, champion best practices, and contribute to the ongoing development of our quantitative risk capabilities.
WHAT WILL YOU DO
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Develop, enhance, and maintain risk models supporting the SEFE Group Risk Framework, including MVaR, CMaR, CVaR and PFE methodologies.
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Independently validate valuation, exposure, P&L, and balance sheet models to ensure robustness, accuracy, and regulatory compliance.
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Drive quantitative projects from concept to implementation, delivering solutions that support business growth and effective risk management.
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Provide expert advice on quantitative risk topics to Risk Management and Middle Office teams.
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Maintain clear, comprehensive documentation for models, methodologies, and validation processes.
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Act as a key contact during external audits and assurance reviews, supporting investigations into valuation and risk methodologies.
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Mentor and develop other analysts, helping to establish technical excellence and best practices across the team.
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Support the Head of Quantitative Risk with team development, recruitment, and capability building initiatives.
WHAT WILL YOU BRING
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Master's degree or higher in Mathematics, Physics, Quantitative Finance, Financial Engineering, or a related discipline.
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Strong experience in quantitative risk modelling within energy trading, commodities, banking, or financial markets.
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Deep understanding of derivatives valuation methodologies and risk metrics.
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Advanced knowledge of probability theory, stochastic processes, time-series analysis, and numerical techniques.
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Hands-on experience developing and maintaining Market and Credit Risk models, including Monte Carlo-based methodologies such as VaR and PFE.Strong programming skills, ideally in Python and/or C#.
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Ability to communicate complex quantitative concepts clearly and effectively to non-technical stakeholders.
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Experience managing multiple projects and priorities in a dynamic environment.
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A naturally curious, analytical, and solution-oriented mindset with strong attention to detail.
ABOUT US
SEFE is an international energy company anchored in Europe, delivering energy solutions that ensure reliable and affordable supply. Our activities span the entire energy value chain – from origination and trading to sales, transport and storage. With decades of trading expertise and a growing LNG portfolio, SEFE is one of Europe’s leading suppliers to industrial customers, providing more than 200 TWh of gas and power each year. We supply over 50,000 clients, from small businesses to municipalities and multinational organisations. By investing in clean energies, we support our customers on their decarbonisation journey and contribute to the energy transition. SEFE employs over 2,000 people worldwide and is owned by the Federal Government of Germany.
Securing energy – now and for the future.
OUR BENEFITS
We’re committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces diversity and fosters the development of knowledge, skills, and experience. Whatever your role, you’ll find an open, welcoming atmosphere that empowers you, and recognises your contribution.
In return we offer a competitive starting salary supported by a comprehensive range of financial, lifestyle and wellness benefits with the flexibility to follow a hybrid working model.
- bonus earning potential
- non-contributory pension with 10% employer contribution
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and volunteering days
- buy / sell holidays
- life assurance
- medical and dental insurance (family cover)
- range of optional flexible benefits
We are committed to supporting your career growth with opportunities to develop both your knowledge and experience through a blended approach to learning.
Join SEFE and help us secure energy supply across Europe and shape a better, more sustainable tomorrow.