Crude Oil Risk Manager

Optimus - Houston, TX, United States

A key Optimus global trading client is seeking a talented Crude Oil Risk Manager to join their independent Risk Department, overseeing front-line trading dynamics. With a focus on mentorship, strategic oversight, and proactive communication, this role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to our client's success in the market.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead risk coverage of trading book(s), oversee daily MTM and P&L attribution explain, ensure exposures are accurate and hedged according to company risk policy.
  • Develop new and existing systems, processes, and controls to ensure effective risk management.
  • Proactively identify, communicate, escalate any issues with senior traders
  • Define and monitor the risk controls along with the Market Risk team.
  • Manage a team of [n] risk managers, providing mentorship, overseeing recruitment, and fostering personal development.
  • Collaborate with internal and external groups within the Risk organization, actively participating in centrally-led Global Risk projects.

Requirements:

  • 5-10 years of experience in Product Control, Market Risk, or similar functions.
  • Crude experience required
  • Proven team management experience with the ability to mentor junior team members.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas to different groups, including senior management.
  • Strong numeracy, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
  • Ability to constructively challenge proposals for robustness while maintaining positive working relationships.
  • Effective team player with the flexibility to handle a wide range of potential issues.
  • Capable of working autonomously, delivering practical business benefits within tight deadlines.




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