Senior Principal Risk Management Trainer

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Summary

This role involves developing and delivering training programs on risk management and trading for energy markets. The individual will assess training needs, monitor effectiveness, and update content based on feedback. They must stay updated on industry developments and provide ongoing support to trainees. Detailed documentation of training sessions and collaboration with content developers for long-term training are also required. The position demands communication skills, and the ability to engage and motivate trainees.

Key Job Information

Principal Quantitative Risk Analyst Training

Grade 9

Career Level: 5

Principal: Requires a recognized expert within the company

Anticipates internal and or external business challenges and vendor and/or regulatory issues; recommends process, product or service improvements; Solves unique and complex problems that have a broad impact on the business; Progression to this level is restricted on the basis of business requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Develop Training Programs: Create comprehensive training modules covering risk management techniques, and market analysis regarding risk Management principals , and trading strategies specific to energy markets.
• Deliver Training Sessions: Conduct in-person and virtual training sessions for Risk Manager professional
• Assess Training Needs: Collaborate with management to identify training needs and tailor programs to address specific challenges faced by the organization.
• Monitor and Evaluate: Continuously assess the effectiveness of training programs through feedback and performance metrics, making necessary adjustments to improve outcomes.
• Stay Updated: Keep abreast of the latest developments in energy markets, regulatory changes, and risk management practices to ensure training content remains current and relevant.
• Provide Support: Offer ongoing support and guidance to trainees, helping them apply risk management techniques in real-world scenarios.
• Documentation: Maintain detailed records of training sessions, materials, and participant progress.
• Work with Content developers to create CBT for long term training of Risk Management Team and perform continues improvement.

Education/Experience/Certifications

Requires a bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, economics or other related field or equivalent experience. MSc or PhD in mathematics, statistics or computer science or related field, such as physics, economics or operations research preferred.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, business, or a related field. Advanced degrees or certifications (e.g., CFA, FRM) are preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in energy markets and risk management, with a proven track record of successful training delivery.
• Skills: Strong analytical skills, excellent communication and presentation abilities, proficiency in risk management tools and software, and a deep understanding of energy markets. Time series analysis and Monte Carlo simulations, advanced regression and econometric techniques, advanced optimization techniques leveraging commercial solvers.
• Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of risk management principles, trading strategies, and regulatory requirements in energy markets.
• Attributes: Ability to engage and motivate trainees, adapt training methods to different learning styles, and work collaboratively with various teams.

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities)

Functional Competencies

Expert quantitative analysis skills

Expert data literacy

Advanced knowledge of multiple business processes in three or more of the following business areas: Corporate, T&D, Generation and Operations, Power Supply

Advanced ability to develop complex predictive models and represent the models using simple and advanced visualization mechanism

Advanced understanding and knowledge of energy, technology and utility domain trends

General Competencies

Expert business acumen

Advanced interpersonal skills

Expert written/oral communication skills

Expert analytical thinking skills

Expert decision-making skills

Advanced change leadership skills

Expert presentation/facilitation skills

Expert enterprise/business awareness skills

Advanced problem-solving skills

Physical and Cognitive Demands

Cognitive Level

Substantial: Consistent use of logic or scientific thinking to define problems, collect information, establish facts and draw valid conclusions (for example, engineer, HR director, plant manager, etc.).

Cognitive

Ability to adhere to set response times, deadlines and time-sensitive tasks

Ability to follow accuracy standards

Ability to follow through on decision-making tasks

Ability to interact effectively and collaboratively within a team environment

Ability to communicate and problem solve when under stress

Ability to respond and adapt to frequent change

Ability to accept and demonstrate self-awareness when provided constructive feedback

Ability to discern feedback and acknowledge ownership of areas of improvement

Ability to avoid future mistakes by applying reasonable skills to new but similar work situations or tasks

Ability to successfully collaborate with peers, managers and others within the organization Demonstrates sound memory

Ability to process new information to be applied consistently to work tasks

Schedule/Attendance

Ability to adhere to pre-established schedule, including start/stop time and break/lunch schedule

Ability to work long hours

Ability to work a variable schedule

Ability to report to work and perform work during periods of severe inclement weather

Ability to consistently meet attendance standards for regular, reliable, predictable, full-time attendance [for part-time positions, change to part-time attendance]

Ability to work shift schedule

Ability to work on-call schedule

Physical Capabilities

Does the job require a valid driver's license?

No

Yes

Driving/travel/commute

Daily within service territory

Frequently (at least once a week or more)

Occasionally (one to two times a month or less)

Overnight inside/outside the service territory

Frequently (at least once a week or more)

Occasionally (one to two times a month or less)

Computer use (use computer regularly for entire work shift)

Lifting/pushing/pulling (check appropriate weight):

Up to 10lb

Up to 50lb

More than 50lb

Carrying (check appropriate weight):

Up to 10lb

Up to 50lb

More than 50lb

Unstable surfaces requiring balance (i.e., moving equipment, boats); check all that apply:

Elevated areas (i.e., catwalks, roofs and high buildings)

Confined spaces

Walking distances and surfaces (long distances and over rough, uneven or rocky surfaces)

Stairs (over 10steps)

Ladders (over 10rungs)

Environment - Indoor/Outdoor

Office environment

Plant environment

Field environment

Compensation Range:

Actual total compensation, including a performance based incentive bonus, is commensurate with experience, skills, qualifications, education, training, and internal equity. While we anticipate the selected candidate for this position will fall towards the middle or entry point of the compensation range, the decision will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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