What are the responsibilities and job description for the Natural Gas Trader- Commodities Trading Firm position at Thurn Partners?
Job Title: Natural Gas Trader- Commodities Trading Firm
Location: Houston, Texas/New York
Salary expectations: $150,000 base tiered P&L bonus
Company Insight:
A leading global commodity trading firm is seeking an experienced Natural Gas Trader with expertise in NYMEX or Henry Hub trading. Renowned for its proprietary risk management strategies and adaptability to market changes, the firm has become one of the largest financial players in the global energy sector. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team at the forefront of the industry.
In this pivotal role, you will be collaborating with other Natural Gas Traders on the team and will be responsible for owning the P&L, while building and maintaining fundamental and quantitative trading models. This position presents substantial growth potential and the chance to influence key investment decisions, making it ideal for individuals passionate about commodities who seek to foster collaboration while maintaining autonomy.
Your role:
- Primary owner of P&L.
- Build and maintain fundamental and quantitative trading models.
- Work with risk to ensure compliance with agreed upon risk management metrics and sizing.
- Liase side by side with senior Natural Gas traders to share best practices / learnings where applicable.
- Learn proprietary methodologies and trading systems that support an established trading business.
- Grow existing trades and P&L while identifying and pursuing new opportunities.
- Further responsibilities may be driven by the individual’s interests and specific skills.
Experience/skills required:
- Proven track record with historical P&L preferred.
- High level of proficiency in Excel and VBA; SQL, python, statistical modeling, other programming a plus.
- Hands-on experience in the North American Natural Gas market particularly Nymex or Henry
- Hub.
- High GPA/ 1st Class Hons degree.
- Maintain composure and communicate clearly when under pressure.
- Ability to succeed working as part of a diversified team.
Pre-Application:
- Please do not apply if you're looking for a contract or remote work.
- You must be eligible to live and work in the US, without requiring sponsorship.
- Please ensure you meet the required experience section prior to applying.
- Your application is subject to our privacy policy, found here: https://www.thurnpartners.com/privacy-policy
Salary : $150,000
