Junior Risk Analyst

About the role

Ready to launch your career in a team where your analytical skills turn into decisions with real impact? Here’s your chance to shape something from the very start. As a Junior Risk Analyst in our Americas business at RWE Supply & Trading Americas (RWESTA), you’ll be working with a high‑visibility trading desk at our Chicago Office. As a risk controller for this desk, your expertise and ideas will truly matter.

You’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring robust risk processes as the team grows, with real ownership alongside senior management in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.

• Deliver accurate market risk and P&L reporting, ensuring timely and insightful information drives daily decisions.
• Oversee and enhance risk controls and compliance, building guardrails for responsible growth.
• Collaborate globally and cross‑functionally, acting as the connector between front office, support functions, and senior leaders.
• Communicate risk insights and key findings to a variety of stakeholders, making complexity clear and actionable.
• Bring an entrepreneurial, self‑starter mindset to define processes, shape team culture, and make tangible impact on the desk and business direction.

• Academic background in finance, economics, STEM, or comparable subjects.
• Knowledge of market fundamentals, especially as they relate to energy trading or commodities.
• Exceptional analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to interpret data and translate findings into real‑world decisions.
• Ability to thrive within a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment, demonstrating adaptability and a roll‑up‑your‑sleeves attitude.
• Proficiency in Excel for risk analysis, reporting, and data management.
• Natural collaborator and communicator, comfortable engaging with colleagues across business functions and levels of seniority.
• Excitement to work in a role requiring daily collaboration with the commercial trading team on our state‑of‑the‑art trading floor in central Manhattan.

• Working familiarity with advanced risk and analytics tools.
• Technical skills such as SQL, Python, or Tableau.

• Broad exposure to business‑critical risk operations in a global trading company.
• Structured training, mentoring, and support to shape a resilient and rewarding career path.
• A diverse and inclusive company culture that empowers you to make decisions and be heard from day one.
• Competitive compensation and attractive benefits package.
• Flexible work schedule to allow for a great work/life balance.
• Salary range: $85,000 - $120,000.

Apply with just a few clicks: ad code 91634. For any questions, contact HR:
Patrycja Bartela,

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications – regardless of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, age, sexual orientation, and identity. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion and belonging.