Step into a fast-paced energy trading environment where your analytical skills and market insights drive client value and revenue growth. As part of our Asia Energy Trading Desk, you’ll collaborate with experienced traders and sales colleagues, developing your expertise in energy fundamentals and derivative strategies. This role offers significant opportunities for career advancement and skill development, empowering you to make a meaningful impact within our team.
As an Energy Trader – Analyst within the Asia Energy Trading Desk, you will play a key role in supporting senior traders to capitalize on client flow and maximize franchise revenue. You’ll engage with clients, provide market color, and assist in developing trading ideas based on fundamental and technical analysis. Your contributions help manage risk and ensure efficient hedging, supporting the team’s success in the APAC region. We value teamwork, diversity, and a disciplined approach to controls, creating an environment where you can thrive and grow.
Job responsibilities
Assist senior traders to accurately and competitively price client energy transactionsEfficiently hedge trading positions to maximize franchise revenueCollaborate with sales colleagues to engage clients and provide market colorDevelop trading ideas using fundamental and technical analysis of energy marketsSupport risk management of trading books, including non-linear riskAppropriately size and manage positions for profitable trading strategiesPerform daily desk functions, including marking forward curves and providing market commentaryHedge secondary trading book exposures such as FX and interest ratesContribute to energy fundamental analytics within the energy complexEnsure disciplined adherence to controls and compliance standardsOperate effectively within a diverse and international team
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or related disciplineMinimum 1 year of experience in commodities trading or analytics Strong understanding of energy fundamentalsAbility to assess and understand risk around trading positions and market eventsThrive under competitive pressures and remain focused on client needsMaturity and ability to succeed in a dynamic, fast-paced environmentStrong disciplined approach to controls and complianceAbility to work under pressure and operate at senior level if requiredStrong computational skills in Python, SQL, or other programming languagesEffective teamwork skills in a diverse/international environment