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

E.ON Energy Markets GmbH (EEM) is a subsidiary of the E.ON Group based in Essen. Our main purpose is to coordinate access to trading markets for our regional business units, to bundle the associated chances and risks plus to provide innovative services. Our core competencies include portfolio strategies, risk management and data processing. With activities in various European countries, we shape the future of energy.

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Ready to become a Playmaker of the energy transition? Join our team in Essen, München and apply online as Senior Analyst - Forward Curve Modelling & Governance (f/m/d). Are you brave enough to drive progress and forge new paths? Let’s make it work and create real impact together. We can’t wait to meet you! It’s on us, to make new energy work.

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

Do you have questions?
For further information please contact Linda Sloboda, linda.sloboda@eon.com. Are you already convinced that this is the next step in your career? If yes, we would be happy if you would register and apply online (ID 243900). Just a quick note: Please only use our official application portal to apply. Unfortunately, we can't consider applications sent via email. We really appreciate your understanding!

What you need to know:
Contract type: Permanent
Work Model: Hybrid
Working time: Full time; Part time
Company: E.ON Energy Markets GmbH
Location: Essen, München
Function area: Finance/Accounting/Tax; Trading

Inclusion

It is important to us that people with disabilities have access to a fair application process, providing them with an opportunity to shine. Therefore, our representative body for severely disabled people will be included in the process from an early stage. Please let us know via the application form if you require technical or organisational adjustments during the application process. We will strive to make the required aids available.

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