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Join us, be part of more. We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that’s energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn’t rely on fossil fuels, whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities.
Here, you can find more purpose, more passion and more potential. That’s why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently – we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it and mend it.
About:
your team: At Centrica Energy, our mission is to move it. We’re energy movers by nature. We’re a global renewable energy trading company which helps move energy from source to use – powering businesses, homes, and societies as they transition to a new sustainable energy future. If the idea of working to create a sustainable energy future also moves you, we may very well be the right place for you.
About:
the Job Centrica Energy is the global trading arm of Centrica. We trade power, gas, LNG, and renewables and connect producers, suppliers and off takers in the wholesale energy markets - and we provide our clients with the best route-to-market services available to the market today with physical and financial settlement approaches.
In short, we call ourselves Energy Movers By Nature. In 2025 Centrica Energy excitedly expanded it's trading operations into the North America Gas & Power markets, and in doing so set up a new trading desk in New York. As trading activity continues to scale up, we now have a requirement for an
experience:
d Credit Risk Manager with knowledge of the North America (NA) Gas & Power markets. Within this role, you will be working alongside the trading desk and the Legal team, you will be responsible for managing the credit risk of the NA Gas & Power trading desk, ensuring the monitoring, control, and mitigation of credit risks while supporting the development of the business strategy.
The role is based out of our central New York office with 3 days per week typically based within the office. Salary range for this position: $134,000 - $201,000/Year. Actual base salary may vary based several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant
experience:
, business needs and market demands. This role may also be eligible for bonus
compensation:
and employee
benefits:
.
What you:
’ll be doing: Oversee credit risk activities related to the North America Power & Gas trading portfolio, identifying potential risks and opportunities for risk mitigation whilst balancing the business expansion Monitor and analyse credit exposures Demonstrate an insightful understanding of financial accounts to review and approve credit assessments and scorings and set appropriate limits within credit appetite Implement and continually push the development of state-of-the-art information systems ensuring a thorough view of credit risks in cooperation with the dedicated IT and specialist quantitative teams Collaborate closely with trading desks, finance teams, and other stakeholders to assess credit risks associated with new and existing transactions Regularly review and update credit risk models, methodologies, and tools to enhance accuracy and effectiveness Stay abreast of market trends, regulatory changes, and industry best practices related to credit risk management in commodity trading Represent Centrica in negotiations with external trading counterparties regarding credit matters and demonstrate an excellent knowledge of trading documentation and credit clauses.
We have a few must-haves: Extensive
experience:
in credit risk management from within either a commodity trading house or investment banking environment Prior in-depth knowledge of North America Gas and Power trading markets, with an in depth understanding of market dynamics, both physically as well as financial, key energy market players and trading practices Strong commercial acumen and curiosity, coupled with capacity to balance trade-off between expected revenues and risk appetite Proven track record of developing and implementing effective credit risk policies and procedures Deep knowledge of credit risk assessment methodologies, financial analysis, and risk modelling Strong analytical
skills:
, with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions Excellent communication and interpersonal
skills:
, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and present findings in a clear manner to senior management Sound understanding of regulatory
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and compliance frameworks relevant to commodity trading Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities with a strategic mindset. #LI-CET Why should you apply? We’re not a perfect place – but we’re a people place. Our priority is supporting all of the different realities our people face.
Life is
about:
so much more than work. We get it. That’s why we’ve designed our total rewards to give you the flexibility to choose
what you:
need, when you need it, making sure that you and your family are supported not only financially, but physically and emotionally too. Visit the link below to discover why we’re a great place to work and what being part of more means for you. https://www.morethanacareer.energy/centricaenergy If you're full of energy, fired up
about:
sustainability, and ready to craft not only a better tomorrow, but a better you, then come and find your purpose in a team where your voice matters, your growth is non-negotiable, and your ambitions are our priority.
- Help us, help you.
We would love for you to share any information
about:
yourself throughout our recruitment process so that we can better understand you and help shape your journey. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. When it comes to energy, no one does it like us. We make it, store it, move it, sell it and mend it. We’re made up of 12 different businesses, but united by our purpose as Centrica.
We’re energisers. Our journey to a greener, fairer future is powered by individuals like you. Through innovative green products, intelligent energy solutions and developing smarter ways to use and save energy, we’re not just part of the energy transition, we’re leading it. Our commitment goes beyond sustainability.
Together we’re bringing our collective energies to create positive change in our local communities. If you immerse yourself in our fight to change tomorrow, you might just find your why. We’re looking for people to add to our culture – not fit in with it. We're building a community where you can be unapologetically you, where differences are celebrated, and where everyone can belong.
Real inclusivity also means supporting the different realities our people face. That’s why we have the UK’s best Carers Policy and are continually building our approach to flexibility and wellbeing. Of course, we love having fun too. We’re a people place after all.
