Global Risk Specialist

Country: Spain

City:Madrid

Business Unit:EDP RENOVVEIS S.A.

We are EDP a global energy company present in around 29 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030 leading the energy transition. With more than 13000 employees around the world we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.

What you will do:

As a Risk specialist at EDP Renewables you will be responsible for

General responsibilities:

1. Market Risk Metrics Monitoring & Limit Tracking

Monitor and analyse key market risk indicators (e.g. Var stress testing sensitivities exposure to price/volume/shape) across diverse asset types including renewable generation and BESS.

Detect trends variances or breaches in risk metrics and contribute to identifying potential actions.

Help maintain and enhance internal tools and processes to support ongoing risk oversight.

2. Exposure Analysis

Analyse market risk exposures including price volume and shape risks for renewable conventional and storage portfolios (e.g. BESS).

Contribute to assessments of hedge effectiveness basis risk and asset performance under different market conditions.

3. Risk Framework & Governance

Participate in the development and improvement of risk policies methodologies and procedures.

Prepare and maintain regular risk reports and dashboards for internal committees and business units.

Ensure clear and up-to-date documentation of methodologies processes and controls.

4. Tools & Data Automation

Contribute to the automation of recurring risk reports and analytics.

Support the continuous improvement of data workflows reporting templates and visualization tools.

5. Stakeholder Communication

Collaborate with internal teams to provide insights on exposures metrics and risk control mechanisms including those related to storage assets.

Present analytical findings and risk concepts in a clear structured and business-relevant manner.

Employment type:Full-Time

Work site:Hybrid Model

Availability to Travel: Up to 10%

What are we looking for:

1. Academic Skills:

• University Degree and Graduate Degree (includes Master or other graduate level degrees) - Engineering.

2. Professional Experience:

• Experience level: Up to 2 years.
• Required:
  • Experience in the energy sector preferably in roles involving data analysis trading risk or operations.
  • Solid understanding of data-driven or market-oriented processes.
• Preferred:
  • Exposure to market risk concepts (e.g. Var stress testing exposure analysis).
  • Experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) or asset-backed portfolios.
  • Background in reporting internal controls or governance processes.

3. Specific Knowledge:

• Required:
  
  • Proficiency with analytical tools such as Excel Power BI Python or SQL.
• Preferred:
  • Familiarity with quantitative models or risk modelling techniques.
  • Knowledge about platforms like Datahub and Databricks

4. Languages:

• English advanced level Spanish proficient

Equal opportunities for all
Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.

Need more reasons to apply
As a top employer we:
Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;
Respect and value each person providing a flexible healthy and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;
Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;

Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time highlighting the EDP groups strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:

• Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute
• Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index
• Global certification as a family-responsible company by Fundacin Msfamlia
• Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle

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