Gas Trader

Company Description

MET International AG (METI) was established in 2010 in order to consolidate and develop MET Group’s international natural gas sales and purchase portfolio, as well as to establish a trading arm for commodity lines. 

METI is responsible for providing highly competitive supply structures to its gas and power sales affiliates, optimizing its power generation assets, managing the LNG portfolio, and trading around international positions.

Job Description

• Develop and execute trading strategies in European spot gas markets
• Monitor market trends, regulatory developments, and price drivers to identify trading opportunities
• Optimize forward gas portfolios in coordination with power trading and cross-commodity opportunities
• Manage hedging activities and structured products linked to gas market dynamics
• Leverage advanced analytics, models, and data tools to support trading decisions and forecast market movements
• Collaborate with origination, risk management, and analytics teams to align trading strategies with company objectives
• Maintain and build relationships with market participants, including exchanges, brokers, and clients
• Stay updated on regulatory and policy changes impacting gas markets

Qualifications

• Degree in a quantitative discipline
• Initial experience in spot gas trading, with a good understanding of European gas markets and their interconnection with power markets
• Background or good understand in gas logistics
• Proficiency in analysing gas market fundamentals, supply-demand dynamics, and geopolitical influences
• Advanced quantitative and analytical skills; proficiency in Python, R, or other relevant programming languages is a plus
• Familiarity with trading platforms and exchanges such as ICE, PEGAS, or similar
• Strong risk management skills and the ability to operate within defined risk limits
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working with internal and external stakeholders

Additional Information

What we offer:

• An international environment and workforce with ca. 60 nationalities, with a commitment to respect, diversity and integrity  
• Career growth and development at one of Switzerland's Top Employers
• Highly competitive remuneration system, above-market earning potential via our unique performance-based bonus schemes, reflecting the value we place on dedication and results
• Work in a flat organizational structure with best-in-class industry experts, promoting individual ideas, rapid decision-making, and high accountability
• A rapidly growing company entering new markets globally and expanding its asset portfolio worldwide, with substantial investment into green energy (renewables) assets  
• Benefit from international career opportunities and internal mobility within our 17 globally located offices
• Engaging annual company events, from group-level teambuilding to local entity events and festive celebrations
• Top-notch office facilities