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

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

E.ON Energy Markets GmbH | Permanent | Full time; Part time

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? Lets make it work and create real impact together. We cant wait to meet you! Its 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

Masters 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, 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 cant consider applications sent via email. We really appreciate your understanding!