Reporting Portfolio Analyst – DS Smith – Amsterdam

DS Smith

About the Role

We have an exciting role for a Reporting Portfolio Analyst to join our Energy Procurement team, a key component in DS Smith’s energy portfolio delivery.

The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing and maintaining the company’s energy hedging portfolio, ensuring that it remains profitable and aligned with the company’s goals and objectives. You will work closely with the Head of Risk, Energy & Commodities using your analytical experience to conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis on energy and commodity portfolios to evaluate their performance, assess risk and draw insights that can aid hedging decision-making

As the successful candidate you will demonstrate excellent analytical skills with the ability to analyse financial data and market trends, with expertise in utilising Microsoft Excel.

Key responsibilities of the role will include –

  • Analyze and evaluate financial data to measure the performance of the company’s hedge portfolio

  • Develop reports and analysis to support hedging decisions and recommendations

  • Monitor and assess market trends and economic indicators to guide hedging strategies

  • Collaborate with Portfolio Managers and Investment Officers to ensure portfolio alignment with company objectives

  • Identify and analyze hedging opportunities and risks, making recommendations to senior management

  • Manage and maintain hedge positioning data and records, ensuring accuracy and timeliness

  • About you 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or related field

  • Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and market trends

  • Strong Excel skills is a must, Python and other programming language proficiency preferred

  • Proficient in trading/ risk management software and data analysis tools

  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly present investment recommendations and analysis to senior management

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

  • Attention to detail and accuracy

  • Experience in quantitative analysis and financial modelling.

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