Central Regulatory Reporting Expert

September 30, 2024

Vitol

Genève

OTHER

Company Description
We are the world’s largest independent energy and commodity trading company. Every day we use our expertise and logistical networks to distribute energy around the world, efficiently and responsibly.
From 40+ offices worldwide, we seek to add value across the energy supply chain, including deploying our scale and market understanding to help facilitate the energy transition. To date, we have committed $2bn+ to sustainable projects, and are developing low-carbon opportunities around the world.
Our people are our business. Talent is precious to us and we create an environment in which individuals can reach their full potential, unhindered by hierarchy. Our team comprises more than 60 nationalities and we are committed to developing and sustaining a diverse work force.
Our Geneva office is located very centrally, 5 minutes from the main train station and 1 minute from the lake. The office has a rooftop lunch area, with views over the lake and the Alps. We organize regular activities to enable our people to meet colleagues from other teams in an informal setting, and to celebrate special achievements.

Job Description
Are you experienced and interested in different regulatory regimes? If you have a pro-active personality and if you want to join a dynamic team within an environment that values ideas and individual contributions, then we are looking for you to join us at Vitol!
Based in Geneva and part of Derivative Operations, the Regulatory Reporting team consists of 2 persons and is the central hub for the many existing and upcoming regulatory requirements, including in the European gas and power space and other relevant regulatory reporting regimes (physical and financial). The team functions as the link between the regulatory experts in London, the IT teams in Geneva to develop reporting solutions, and the different front office trading desks. As this space is rapidly evolving, there is a need to develop the next level in regulatory reporting control which requires interested, pro-active and results driven individuals!
Your role will include the following duties:

Elevate the regulatory reporting space to a pro-active, scalable, where possible automated, fit-for-future platform
Engage on a strategic level with the regulatory experts on regulatory content, interpretations and solutions
Engage with IT on the translation of reporting needs in IT solutions
Create solutions for different reporting regimes, create control processes to ensure compliance
Ensure and take part in daily reporting requirements of REMIT, Mifid and other regulatory regimes

Qualifications

University degree
Keen interest in the different regulatory regimes
At least 4-5 years’ experience in audit, controlling, compliance, regulatory reporting, within a trading company (utilities/trading/banking)
Pro-active, entrepreneurial personality able to independently propose reporting solutions
Able to have content discussions with regulations experts on needs and solutions
Comfortable to engage with IT on best system solutions on reporting
Strong analytical and Excel skills – Python skills are a plus
Able to meet tights deadlines during closing and reporting periods
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to interact with a broad range of stakeholders
Full English proficiency to communicate in a business context (verbally & in writing)