Senior Analyst - Forward Curve Modelling & Governance (f/m/d)

Responsibilities 

Quantitative Ownership & Methodological Leadership 

• Design, evolve and maintain group‑wide PFC methodologies, standards and principles 

• Independently challenge assumptions, parameter choices and expert judgement used in curve construction 

• Perform model reviews, validation, back‑testing and sensitivity analyses; assess model limitations and suitability for use  

Market Analysis & Curve Quality 

• Monitor market developments, liquidity conditions, structural changes and assess implications for curve construction  

• Define and maintain quantitative curve quality metrics and monitoring frameworks  

Governance, Stakeholder Management & Decision Support 

• Act as the central interface between local curve owners, quantitative analysts, trading desks, risk management and senior management  

• Coordinate and prioritise developments across quantitative and technical teams, steering central technical resources towards the highest‑value  

• Define and maintain standards, documentation, policies and guidelines for curve construction 

• Coordinate regular curve approval and update cycles 

Implementation & Data / Reporting Enablement 

• Support local teams and quantitative developers in the implementation of price models in a modern, cloud‑native tech stack  

• Develop and enhance analytical and reporting solutions for energy trading, portfolio management and risk management 

 Qualifications 

• Master’s degree (or PhD) in Finance, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Economics or related field 

• 5–7+ years experience in quantitative modelling, forward curve construction or analytics, trading or risk management in energy markets context


• Strong foundation in statistics, stochastic modelling and time‑series analysis 

• Advanced Python skills, including the ability to read, understand and review model code; solid experience working with databases and modern data / cloud platforms 

• Proven ability to challenge assumptions constructively and pragmatically 

• Strong communication skills, able to translate complex quantitative topics into clear, management ready messages 

• Fluent in English; confident presenting to senior and non‑quantitative stakeholders 

• Comfortable operating in fast paced environments, managing multiple stakeholders and driving topics independently