Economist as Senior Analyst Forward Curve Modelling - Define & Maintain Standards - Back Testing (f/

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, Mnchen 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

Inklusion

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