Head of Systematic Trading (f/m/d)

At Uniper, we proactively transform the world of energy while ensuring the security of energy supply. As an internationally operating company, we work in very diverse teams with the greatest possible working time flexibility for our employees. Our corporate culture is characterized by equal opportunities, mutual recognition, and respect. With us, you will be able to develop new business models, work on technological solutions for a modern, sustainable, and future-oriented energy supply, as well as proactively help shape changes. Interested? We look forward to meeting you!

Our Gas Asset Trading Team is looking for You!

This is a new role within Gas Trading. An opportunity has arisen for a high calibre individual to set up and to lead a new systematic trading desk. As head of desk, he/she will hold delegated trading mandates to develop and execute systematic trading strategies to generate PnL. The mandates will cover multiple commodities which are currently being traded within UGC including gas, oil, power, carbon, coal and freight. This will be an L3 position and the position holder will report to Managing Director Gas Trading. Key Responsibilities: Set up and develop processes for the systematic trading desk Drive innovation and iterative improvement on trading strategies/algorithms to maximise PnL Collaborate close with stakeholders, both within and outside of Gas Trading, on strategy concepts and technical implementation Manage a team of systematic traders to develop and execute strategies Own risk management and construct strategy performance metrics to alert trends and navigate macro event risks General management responsibilities

The likely profile of the ideal candidate is as following: Bachelor's or (higher) degrees in subjects with strong mathematical contents Minimum 10 years' experience in trading or related activities in commodities market or other financial markets Enjoy connecting trading, quantitative analysis, and technology to unlock new business opportunities Experience and track-record in devising and implementing profitable non-discretionary trading strategies. Validate decisions in a data-driven manner and react fast to changing market conditions. Demonstrated self-starter, with can-do attitude to learn new thing, empower others and push through change to deliver results Advanced coding skills to process and analyze large sets of data. Python is a plus. .