Gas Originator

Gas Originator

MET Group

Düsseldorf, Germany

Purpose of the role

Focus on initiating and leading negotiations with wholesale market participants like large industrials and resellers. We are seeking a proactive individual who excels at identifying client needs and providing effective solutions on the German gas market, including cross-commodity solutions for clients who operate power stations.

Essential responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key market participants, including large industrials, suppliers, utilities and gas-fired generation facilities;
• Identify, develop, negotiate, and execute structured energy transactions with embedded optionality in the German market in close cooperation with our trading unit MET International and the local PFM & Operations team in Germany;
• Track record of negotiating and closing complex structured contracts for supply of gas to industrial consumers and resellers as well as operators of power plants;
• Conduct in-depth market analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and potential risks, informing the origination strategy;
• Lead negotiations for origination contracts, ensuring favorable terms and compliance with company policies;
• Oversee credit risk and continuous position management of the origination portfolio;
• Manage the entire deal approval process with internal stakeholders, taking full front-to-end ownership of the implementation of new deals, products, and contract management;
• Work closely with the sales, operations, and finance teams to ensure seamless integration of origination activities with overall business operations;
• Provide regular reports on origination activities and market conditions.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in the energy sector, with a strong background in origination/sale of complex products;
• Deep understanding of the German energy market, including regulatory, economic, and competitive landscapes;
• BSc/MSc degree in Business/Finance/Economics/Engineering or similar;
• Fluency in German and very good command of English language;
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and strategic planning skills, proficiency in market analysis tools and techniques is an advantage;
• Proactive, results-driven, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.