Our client is seeking a Risk Control Manager to help strengthen and build out its trading risk control framework.
This is a hands-on role partnering closely with senior Risk leadership to evaluate existing controls, identify gaps, improve processes, and formalize controls where needed. The focus is risk and controls — not P&L.
We’re looking for someone who understands what a strong trading control environment should look like and can serve as a trusted “right hand” in building it.
Key Responsibilities:
Review existing trading and risk controls and identify opportunities for improvement.
Develop, document and formalize controls, procedures and escalation processes.
Establish meaningful risk reporting, KPIs and exception monitoring.
Strengthen controls around:
Trade confirmations and exchange activity
FCM reconciliations
Broker fee tie-outs
Trade-to-ETRM reconciliations (Hitachi Energy TRM)
Curve validation
T0/T1 checks and KPIs
AML/KYC onboarding and annual counterparty reviews
Month-end reconciliations with Finance
Ensure processes are operating consistently with established risk policies.
Partner across Risk, Trading, Operations and Finance to investigate and resolve control issues.
What We’re Looking For
Experience within energy/commodity trading risk, trade control, middle office, product control or risk operations.
Strong understanding of the trade lifecycle and trading control environment.
Experience with exchange/FCM activity, reconciliations, ETRM controls and exception management.
Ability to assess existing processes and determine what needs to be improved, created or formalized.
Strong process documentation, reporting and stakeholder-management skills.
ETRM/CTRM experience; Hitachi Energy TRM exposure is a plus.
This is an opportunity for someone who wants to go beyond simply operating existing controls and play a meaningful role in building a stronger, scalable risk framework.
“Optimus LLC. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We do not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We also take affirmative action to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and equitably throughout their employment with us.”
Optimus LLC. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We do not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We also take affirmative action to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and equitably throughout their employment with us.
Skills Required
- Experience in energy or commodity trading risk, trade control, middle office, product control, or risk operations
- Strong understanding of the trade lifecycle and trading control environment
- Experience with exchange and FCM activity, reconciliations, ETRM controls, and exception management
- Ability to assess existing processes and determine what should be improved, created, or formalized
- Strong process documentation, reporting, and stakeholder-management skills
- ETRM or CTRM experience
- Hitachi Energy TRM exposure
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.
