AXPO SINGAPORE is expanding its gas/LNG derivatives desk
Main Duties
• Develop and manage the gas derivatives prop trading book across indices (JKM/TTF/HH/Oil) and contribute to AXSG P&L on a standalone basis or with other desks, as applicable
• Work together with the LNG team to assist and developing trading strategies, hedging, position management and complex deals (e.g. optionality and its monetization)
• Execute orders for the LNG and APAC power desks across all indices (JKM, TTF, HH, JCC, Brent)
• Develop and execute cross-commodities/ cross locations trading strategies together with AXSG and AXSO proprietary desks
• Work together with the analytical teams located in Singapore and Switzerland to enhance models and communicate market intelligence
• Work together with the relevant Business Support functions to enter deals within internal systems manage exposure and comply with Axpo risk management policies
• Understand and communicate clearly the risk/reward in trading strategy to the management and Risk
• Expand Axpo commercial networks in APAC relevant markets
Education and professional experience
• University degree in mathematics, engineering, computer science economics or chemistry
• 5+ years of relevant experience in gas trading (physical and derivatives in Asia) in a proprietary trading focused function
• In depth knowledge of US/EU/Asia natural gas and LNG markets/fundamentals and their interactions
• Ability to translate fundamental models and technical analysis into trading strategies
• Experience in trading natural gas/oil options
• Strong counterparties network in APAC region
Professional areas of expertise and other competencies
• Strong numerical skills and high attention to detail
• Strong Coding and database skills
• Good command of MS Office, especially Excel
Other skills[1]
• Ability to dissect, structure and solve complex tasks
• Fluency in English; Asian language an advantage
• Ability to work under pressure and volatile market conditions
Team player with excellent communication skills
[1] Example creative skills: Problem-solving skills, innovation skills; example social skills: Leadership skills, communication skills; example realization skills: Self-management skills, results orientation skills