Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Venture Global LNG
Job overview
The Director, Quantitative Risk at Venture Global LNG leads the Commodity Risk function within the Middle Office, playing a critical role in risk management and communication with executive leadership.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves developing quantitative risk models, managing risk tools and data quality, monitoring risk exposures and limits, maintaining risk policies, coordinating with various departments, preparing reports for management and the Risk Committee, and supporting audits and system enhancements.
Experience and skills
Requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and over 10 years of experience in natural gas or energy risk roles, proficiency with ETRM systems, strong knowledge of natural gas transactions and risks, advanced Excel and BI reporting skills, and familiarity with Tableau/Power BI; SQL and Python skills are a plus.
Work environment and culture
Venture Global LNG emphasizes equal opportunity employment and a non-discriminatory work environment.
Company information
Venture Global LNG is a Louisiana-based company providing American-produced liquefied natural gas with innovative, cost-efficient modular plant designs to meet global energy demand.
Team overview
The position reports to the VP, Middle Office and is part of the Middle Office team focused on commodity risk management.
Job location and travel
The job is located in Houston, TX.
Unique job features
The role offers the opportunity to build and lead the Commodity Risk function, interact directly with executive leaders, and influence risk management practices in a growing LNG company.
Company overview
Venture Global LNG is a leading provider of liquefied natural gas (LNG) with a focus on developing, owning, and operating LNG export facilities. The company generates revenue by producing and selling LNG to global markets, leveraging long-term sales agreements with major energy companies. Founded in 2013, Venture Global has rapidly expanded its operations, including the development of significant projects like Calcasieu Pass and Plaquemines LNG facilities. Their innovative approach to modular construction and efficient production techniques positions them as a key player in the energy sector.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight extensive experience in quantitative risk management within the natural gas or energy sector, emphasizing your expertise in ETRM systems, risk modeling, and commodity transaction flows.
Focus on showcasing your skills in developing and implementing risk models such as VAR, stress testing, and exposure metrics, along with your ability to communicate complex risk information to executive leadership.
Apply through multiple channels including Venture Global LNG's corporate career site and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and ensure you don't miss any opportunities.
Connect with current employees in the Middle Office or Risk Management divisions at Venture Global LNG on LinkedIn, using ice breakers like commenting on recent company projects in LNG export or asking about their experience developing risk policies for commodity trading.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'quantitative risk models,' 'ETRM systems,' 'Value at Risk,' 'stress testing,' 'Natural Gas transaction flow,' and 'Power BI' to improve screening success.
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