Gas Trader

About the Role

We are seeking an, experienced Gas Trader to strengthen our London trading team. This is a high‑impact role for a Gas Trader with a strong track record of proprietary trading P&L generation in European gas markets. You will identify opportunities in the gas markets by leveraging market insight & quantitative analysis, then design and execute forward‑market trade strategies across GB & EU curves.

Key Responsibilities

Speculative & Proprietary Trading

• Develop and execute directional and spread trade strategies across UK and Europe gas curves.
• Manage positions down the curve in response to fundamental, technical, fuel /emission prices and weather‑driven signals.
• Identify pricing inefficiencies and distortions between markets, tenors, and products to generate P&L.

Market Analysis & Modelling

• Analyse fundamental, regulatory, and market data to generate trade ideas and stress‑test scenarios.
• Collaborate with quants to enhance models, including inputs to volatility and cross‑commodity dynamics.
• Work with the analyst team to maintain gas supply/demand models factoring in both European and global dynamics.

Risk & Performance Management

• Take ownership of trade strategies using VAR limits, P&L performance & trade management techniques. Work with Risk to maintain accurate position management.
• Adhere strictly to compliance and regulatory guidelines applicable to European and UK gas markets and to ExxonMobil policies.

Collaboration & Market Engagement

• Have & maintain strong relationships with brokers, market participants, and counterparties to support deal flow business and market access.
• Work internally with origination, the operations team and contribute to widening desk capability and strategy development. Mentor and help to develop junior team members.

What We're Looking For

Experience & Track Record

• 2-5 years trading UK/EU gas markets with a demonstrable speculative P&L and proven commercial impact.
• Deep understanding of gas markets, ideally including experience with pipeline/storage optimization.
• Strong relationships with market counterparties and experience of deal development.

Technical & Analytical Skills

• Proficiency in analysing large datasets; working knowledge of Python, SQL, and advanced Excel preferred.
• Ability to work with quantitative teams on improving models, signals, and analytics that support trading strategy.

Competencies

• Highly numerate, decisive, and comfortable taking well considered risk.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to articulate trade rationale clearly.
• Strong situational awareness, discipline, and an ability to operate effectively in fast‑moving markets.

ExxonMobil

ExxonMobil is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion,

sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status,

genetic information, or physical or mental disability