Senior LNG Market Risk Analyst

Job description

Provide independent market risk oversight and commercial support for a global LNG portfolio, covering both short-term trading and long-term origination activities Advise traders and commercial teams on hedging strategies, portfolio optimisation, valuation methodologies, and risk-reward trade-offs across LNG transactions Manage the risk assessment and valuation of LNG portfolios comprising FOB, DES, regasification capacity, storage, shipping, and other structured LNG contracts Perform quantitative analysis of LNG optionality, including diversion rights, destination flexibility, shipping optimisation, netback calculations, and cross-basin arbitrage opportunities across the US, Europe, and Asia Support the pricing, structuring, and approval of new LNG transactions, including medium- and long-term supply agreements, regasification capacity, and other complex originated deals Develop and maintain robust valuation and risk models, ensuring accurate measurement of market exposures, sensitivities, stress scenarios, and portfolio performance Partner closely with Front Office on a daily basis, providing commercial challenge, independent analysis, and timely risk recommendations to support decision-making Leverage quantitative tools and programming skills, including Python and SQL, to automate analysis, enhance reporting, and improve risk management processes Work with trading systems and risk platforms, ENDUR (preferred), to analyse positions, validate valuations, and improve risk reporting capabilities Contribute to the continued development of the LNG risk framework, supporting the growth of the business while ensuring appropriate governance, valuation standards, and market risk controls 4–5+ years' experience in LNG Market Risk, LNG Trading, or LNG Portfolio Management Strong understanding of global gas and LNG markets, including FOB/DES contracts, shipping, regasification, storage, and optionality Experience with chartering economics, vessel optimisation, netback calculations, and LNG portfolio optimisation Excellent commercial acumen with the ability to partner effectively with traders and origination teams Strong quantitative background with proficiency in Python and SQL Experience with Openlink ENDUR is highly desirable Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence commercial decisions while maintaining independent risk oversight What we offer: An international environment and workforce with ca. 60 nationalities, with a commitment to respect, diversity and integrity Career growth and development at one of Switzerland's Top Employers Highly competitive remuneration system, above-market earning potential via our unique performance-based bonus schemes, reflecting the value we place on dedication and results Work in a flat organizational structure with best-in-class industry experts, promoting individual ideas, rapid decision-making, and high accountability A rapidly growing company entering new markets globally and expanding its asset portfolio worldwide, with substantial investment into green energy (renewables) assets Benefit from international career opportunities and internal mobility within our 17 globally located offices Engaging annual company events, from group-level teambuilding to local entity events and festive celebrations Top-notch office facilities MET Group is an integrated European energy company, headquartered in Switzerland, with activities in natural gas and power, focused on multi-commodity wholesale, trading and sales, as well as energy infrastructure and industrial assets. MET Group is represented in 14 European countries, with 800+ permanent staff in France, Bulgaria, Croatia, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey and Ukraine. MET Group is present in 30 national gas markets and 22 international trading hubs. The Group has a significant end-consumer presence in Croatia, Italy, Hungary, Romania, Slovakia, and Spain. With our rapid expansion and evolving market presence, we offer a unique opportunity for a Senior Market Risk Manager to play a critical role in advancing our mission. If you are driven by excellence, eager to make an impact, and ready to apply your expertise in risk management, this is your chance to grow alongside a forward-thinking company at the forefront of the energy industry.