Our client is seeking a Senior Natural Gas Trader to lead trading activities across the Northeast market, developing and executing strategies that maximize the value of a diverse natural gas portfolio. This role combines asset-backed and proprietary trading, leveraging storage, transportation, and LNG assets while collaborating across Commercial, Risk, and Operations to drive profitable growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute trading strategies that optimize the value of the natural gas portfolio and enhance profitability.
- Analyze market fundamentals, identify commercial opportunities, and execute short-term natural gas transactions within established risk parameters.
- Partner with Commercial, Risk, and Operations teams to optimize asset utilization, manage market exposure, and support fuel procurement strategies.
- Build strong relationships with suppliers, customers, and pipeline partners while mentoring junior traders and contributing to the growth of the trading organization.
Required Experience / Skills
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and related experience, with at least four years of direct natural gas trading experience.
- Strong understanding of physical natural gas markets, derivatives, quantitative risk metrics, hedging strategies, and portfolio optimization.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel. Experience with ETRM platforms is preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to develop profitable trading strategies, manage risk, build commercial relationships, and thrive in a fast-paced trading environment.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and related experience
- At least four years of direct natural gas trading experience
- Strong understanding of physical natural gas markets, derivatives, quantitative risk metrics, hedging strategies, and portfolio optimization
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
- Experience with ETRM platforms
- Demonstrated ability to develop profitable trading strategies, manage risk, and build commercial relationships
What We Do
Optimus is a Houston-based professional services firm founded by energy-industry veterans. It provides targeted recruiting, direct-hire and contract staffing, and consulting services to a global client base. The company specializes in commodities and technology business areas, drawing on experience in energy trading, marketing, accounting, risk management, technology, and strategic consulting to support clients’ operations and deliver practical solutions for long-term value.
