Senior Risk Manager – Commodities
Core
Oversee and strengthen market & credit risk frameworks for global commodities trading activities, providing independent oversight across physical commodities, OTC and exchange-traded derivatives, and structured products.
Role type
Senior Risk Manager (Commodities)
Builds
Risk frameworks, analytics, stress testing models, and credit limit structures for a global commodities trading firm.
Domain
Commodities trading, derivatives, financial risk management
Required skills
Market risk management, credit risk assessment, VaR calculation, stress testing, Greeks analysis, P&L attribution, counterparty exposure monitoring, hedging strategy review, regulatory compliance translation
Preferred skills
Experience with ISDA/CSA documentation, margining arrangements, geopolitical risk analysis, supply disruption modeling
Technologies
VaR, Expected Shortfall, Greeks, PFE (Potential Future Exposure), stress testing tools, risk analytics platforms
Responsibilities
Monitor trading positions and portfolio concentrations; Review and challenge hedging strategies and new product structures; Conduct credit assessments and set credit limits; Prepare risk reports for senior management and committees; Monitor regulatory developments and implement risk enhancements; Lead independent risk reviews for trading activities.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC