We are looking for an experienced Credit Risk Manager to join our team in Houston, Texas. In this role, you will oversee credit risk management processes, particularly within the natural gas and power trading sectors. This position requires a proactive individual with strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of credit risk analysis, financial statement evaluation, and industry-specific dynamics.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and oversee commercial credit portfolios for the U.S. oil, gas, and power divisions, with a focus on natural gas.<br>• Conduct thorough credit risk analyses, including financial statement evaluations, to assess counterparty creditworthiness.<br>• Review and approve credit limit recommendations to ensure alignment with organizational policies.<br>• Collaborate with underwriters to support decision-making and maintain credit standards.<br>• Monitor daily credit activities such as new trades, credit terms, and risk exposures.<br>• Provide risk assessments and recommendations based on market trends and trading activities.<br>• Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders in trading, banking, and hedge fund sectors.<br>• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and company credit policies.<br>• Utilize industry knowledge to identify and mitigate potential credit risks.<br>• Deliver detailed reports and updates on credit performance to senior management.
<p><strong>Position Title:</strong> Director of Middle Office</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Houston, TX (100% in-office)</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></p><ul><li>Work for a <strong>privately owned and rapidly growing energy supply, trading, and logistics organization</strong> with projected expansion over the next several years.</li><li>Be part of a company that is <strong>actively engaged in new business ventures</strong>.</li><li>Join a collaborative environment where <strong>innovation and strategic thinking drive success</strong>.</li></ul><p><strong>Role Overview</strong></p><p>The Director of Middle Office will lead a team of 15+ professionals, and is responsible for managing risk exposure reporting, standardizing P&L processes, and supporting new business ventures internationally.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the Middle Office division and ensure accurate daily P&L reporting.</li><li>Serve as a subject matter expert on commodity risk exposure and risk aggregation.</li><li>Collaborate with senior leadership to identify and mitigate new risks.</li><li>Drive process improvements and integrate new ventures into existing workflows.</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team.</li><li>Participate in the Risk Committee and provide insights on high-risk exposures.</li><li>Support trading growth through strategic planning and resource allocation.</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive compensation package.</li><li>3+ weeks of vacation</li><li>Medical/Dental/Vision coverage.</li><li>401(k) with 4% match.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, please email your resume to Alyssa.white@roberthalf!</p>