Natural Gas Analyst / Trader Our client is currently seeking a Natural Gas Analyst/Trader. The analyst will focus on moving physical natural gas and conducting market research/analytics for the natural gas team, spending roughly 50% of his/her time trading physical natural gas and 50% of the time conducting market analysis for the NG team to develop additional trading strategies. The position calls for experience with regions including the Gulf Coast, Texas, and Southeast areas. The primary responsibility for this position will be to support the natural gas trading team with superior analytics, with the eventual goal to transition more into a financial trader. Additional skill sets: Demonstrated and sound analytical and research skills with the ability to effectively communicate market information to the NG team Ability to handle multiple tasks with competing deadlines Strong proficiency with MS Office, specifically Excel Matlab experience preferred Understanding of NG markets and various analytic techniques (regression analysis, etc) Team oriented

Refined Products Market Analyst Job Description This position will assist the Refined Products Trading team in the development of fundamental proprietary trading strategies. This person will be responsible for the development and maintenance of internal, properitary supply and demand models for domestic and international gasoline and distillate markets. Responsibilities of the position will include, but will not be limited to: utilzing econometric modeling (regression, etc.) to develop and support trading strategies; synthesizing DOE reporting information to assist in the identification of trading opportunties; communicating and presenting trade ideas to the Refined Products group and management; and other duties as assigned or requested. Required Skills Advanced skill level with MS Office Suite, specifically Excel Previous Matlab experience preferred Excellent communication (both written and verbal) and interpersonal skills Strong attention to detail while producing accurate and timely work product Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines Motivated individual capable of performing independently while acting as a resource to the Refined Products team Demonstrated sound analytical and technical skills Required Experience Bachelor's or master's degree in mathematics, statistics, or a related discipline Minimum of two years progressive work experience at a refining company performing fundamental analysis of refined products markets Minimum of one year experience working on a trading desk Demonstrated knowledge of refinery economics as well as domestic and import/export demand drivers Job Location Houston, TX, US.

Business Analyst Description: Our client is a top global asset management firm, with AUM of over $160bb and 30+ offices globally. They have a need for a business analyst in their New York City office. This role will report to the COO for the Americas region, and will have direct contact with business heads of various groups internally at the firm. Communication between New York, London, and Latin America offices will occur on a regular basis. The candidate will provide business support to the Americas management team in New York covering all operations in the Americas working closely with the London teams on the delivery of financial management analysis, management reporting, budget support and advice. The candidate will be responsible for managing Finance relationships with a number of senior stakeholders in New York. The successful candidate would be expected to play a key part in delivering feedback and commentary on the Americas results and business developments to London to support the business performance review meetings between the regional CEO and Group CEO. The second part of the role is to provide financial control throughout the Americas with responsibility for ensuring the integrity of reporting and the control environment. This will require regular visits to build relationships and communication with the Latin American operations to ensure an understanding of the businesses, finance operations and control environment. The candidate will need to work closely with the local financial controllers and finance colleagues in London towards a transparent, shared understanding of finance operations, results and issues arising. Responsibilities This is a stimulating role which allows direct exposure to the key drivers of our business in the Americas as well as exercising financial control responsibilities for the Americas region. " Building a strong working relationship with key business partners and finance heads in the region; " Review, interpretation and presentation of communication of management accounts for designated business areas and support for monthly performance review meetings; " Key role in assisting the business with budgeting and forecasting; " Preparation of financial analysis, written reports and presentations; " Timely delivery of ad hoc analysis to meet business requests; " Liaison and facilitation of sales related pay calculations " Communication with London and operating entities in Latin America to provide oversight of corporate entities in the Latin Americas region. " Regularly liaise with local financial controllers to explain variances, anticipate issues, maintain transparency and contribute to business performance management and financial control. " Visits to operating entities to develop an understanding of entity operations and finance procedures as they affect the entities' financial results. " Understanding and development the financial control environment and local statutory and regulatory reporting. Person Profile: The candidate must be an outgoing and engaging communicator with strong personal skills. Analytical ability combined with a pragmatic approach and good commercial intuition are important. A high degree of energy and commitment to the servicing aspect of the role is also required. " Enthusiastic, positive and delivery-focused; " Able to develop close and effective working relationships both locally and across geographies; strong inter-personal skills. " Strong financial analysis skills underpinned by a strong knowledge and experience of financial and management accounting principles. " Due to the ad-hoc and variable nature of workload, the candidate must be able to work under their own initiative, working to tight deadlines and be flexible and proactive in their approach; " Strong MS Excel and MS Powerpoint skills; working knowledge of HFM would also be beneficial; " Diligent and methodical; " Strong written and verbal communication skills; " Team-player Position Requirements: The candidate should be able to demonstrate some experience of working with senior management within the Financial services industry and as well as some maturity in financial control. " Spanish and Portuguese language skills would be helpful but are not essential. " 5-10 years experience in asset management. " Bachelor's degree required; CPA and/or MBA preferred.

New Business Development Professionals, Engagement Managers and Associates Description: Our client is one of the world's largest and most prestigious asset management firms. They are expanding their institutional advisory practice and seek to hire quantitative fixed income analysts with expertise across structured products, specifically RMBS, CMBS, and ABS (Autos, Credit Cards, Student Loans, Aircraft, and other more esoteric forms of ABS). One of the scopes of the advisory practice is to advise institutional clients that hold toxic assets on their balance sheets by aiding in the valuation of these assets and designing/implementing a plan of attack on how to manage or liquidate the securities in an orderly fashion while extracting maximum value and minimum principal loss. " Identify and pursue advisory opportunities " Research prospects, develop pitches and close business " Develop and maintain relationships with senior management at prospects and clients " Maintain a solutions oriented focus and ready ability to translate the firm's expertise into value added to meet the varied needs and objectives of our Advisory clients " Possess a ready ability to understand the nature and scope of complex assignments and asset portfolios " Coordinate internal resources to ensure mandates are executed efficiently and effectively " Design and implement project plans and aggressively oversee deliverables to ensure on time completion " Proactively communicate with clients " Provide regular updates on the state of the assignment to the Advisory team " Deliver the final results to the client " Help minimize the client's and the firm's risk exposure Requirements: " Research, structuring, modeling, trading or marketing experience in ABS, CDO, RMBS, CMBS. " 5+ years of work experience with an investment bank, investment manager, private equity firm, hedge fund or similar institution " Preference will be given to candidates with corporate finance or structured finance experience " Deep understanding of the current regulatory environment for different types of financial institutions a strong plus " MBA, MS or PhD in finance, or closely related degree, from a top 10 school preferred

Description: Our client is one of the world's largest and most prestigious asset management firms. They are expanding their institutional advisory practice and seek to hire quantitative fixed income analysts with expertise across structured products, specifically RMBS, CMBS, and ABS (Autos, Credit Cards, Student Loans, Aircraft, and other more esoteric forms of ABS). One of the scopes of the advisory practice is to advise institutional clients that hold toxic assets on their balance sheets by aiding in the valuation of these assets and designing/implementing a plan of attack on how to manage or liquidate the securities in an orderly fashion while extracting maximum value and minimum principal loss. " Design and implement empirical models for predicting default rates and, where applicable, prepayment rates for various asset-backed securities. " Provide quantitative support for traders and asset experts charged with performing complex valuations on an ongoing basis " Institute new features and enhancements as requested by portfolio managers and asset experts " Track down and resolve issues within the system Requirements: " Research, structuring, modeling, trading or marketing experience in ABS, CDO, RMBS, CMBS. " 5+ years of work experience with an investment bank, investment manager, private equity firm, hedge fund or similar institution " Preference will be given to candidates with structured finance experience " Deep understanding of the current regulatory environment for different types of financial institutions a strong plus " MBA, MS or PhD in finance, or closely related degree, from a top 10 school preferred

Our client is one of the world's largest and most prestigious asset management firms. They are expanding their institutional advisory practice and seek to hire fixed income analysts with expertise across structured products, specifically RMBS, CMBS, and ABS (Autos, Credit Cards, Student Loans, Aircraft, and other more esoteric forms of ABS). One of the scopes of the advisory practice is to advise institutional clients that hold toxic assets on their balance sheets by aiding in the valuation of these assets and designing/implementing a plan of attack on how to manage or liquidate the securities in an orderly fashion while extracting maximum value and minimum principal loss. Requirements: " 5-10 years of experience analyzing MBS/ABS securities at a top investment bank, asset management firm, private equity fund, or hedge fund in a research, structuring, modeling, trading or marketing. " MBA, MS or PhD in finance, or closely related degree, from a top 10 school preferred. " Deep understanding of the current regulatory environment for different types of financial institutions a strong plus

Our client, a fixed income hedge fund in NYC, is currently seeking a Credit Analyst/Associate for it's growing firm. The ideal candidate will have the following background: *2-5 years of financial services experience as an Analyst or Associate supporting a trading business *Conversant in financial institutions or REITS *Current experience reviewing and analyzing corporate/financial statements *Business degree For immediate consideration, please send your resume to AChokshi@FirstCallAssociates.com.

Senior NGL Trader Assume leadership role to expand Nat Gas Liquids Trading desk to build profitable domestic trading portfolio Develop counterparty relationship necessary to establish trading and marketing transactions Develop and negotiate contracts, establish credit limits, define risk parameters required of new counterparties Responsible for domestic, region-specific product trading and marketing Set goals and develop strategies to achieve specific P&L targets Overall region/product specific trading book responsibilities Allocate risk among traders for NGL Trading Desk REQUIREMENTS Complete understanding of managing a comprehensive, risk-balanced portfolio of energy transactions Understand NGLs, crude, refined products, natural gas, and other energy commodities Responsible for P&L reporting and interpretation to executive management Work with internal customers to coordinate and understand impact of credit, risk, and other compliance issues Train and manage team of multi-commodity traders Understand global impact of products, transportation, shipping and logistics, and operations of physical commodity industry, especially NGLs, crude, crude products, etc. QUALIFICATIONS BA or BS required, MBA or MS preferred 7-10+ years energy trading experience, with no less than 3 years in a Senior Trader/Desk Head role, responsible for managing team of long term, short term, multi-regional energy product traders Authorized to work in the U.S. Complete understanding of domestic NGL markets Existing network of similar industry professionals

Coordinate credit function for major oil & energy trading and marketing firm. Establish credit evaluation criteria to define and set limits to trading/marketing counterparty exposure Monitor exposure to all trading counterparties on a daily, weekly, and longer term basis Understand how risk affects changes in counterparty exposure via price changes in oil, natural gas, and other energy products Current knowledge of industries, key players, market conditions, etc. that may affect credit standing Interpret credit terms and conditions, negotiate for buy/sell side transactions as they pertain to existing and new contracts, ISDA, NAESB, and other Master Agreements, Quantitative/Analytical skills sufficient to structure and maintain database of each counterparty exposure broken out by commodity and tenor of deals Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with customers, managers, and other internal/external customers Ability to manage simultaneous high priority demands REQUIREMENTS Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship (proof sufficient to satisfy US immigration laws is a requirement of employment) BA or BS college degree 5 - 7+ years of energy credit analysis experience 3 - 5+ years credit contract negotiation experience 2+ years trade finance experience Previous experience working in a trading environment Market based, competitive salary and bonus plan with full benefits

Director-Software Development and Delivery Our client is a privately held, global proprietary firm dedicated to algorithmic trading of various asset classes in the world's financial markets. They trade on innovative, cutting-edge electronic platform using proprietary models, and execute multiple strategies across the global markets. As market makers on various exchanges and trading venues, they provide the marketplace with liquidity to enable both long-term and shorter-term investors to execute their trades. This senior position is responsible for the overall direction of the company's proprietary software development activity to include managing the software development life-cycle, leading a team of more than 30 software engineers to deliver projects on time, within budget, and according to high quality standards and working closely with internal clients on prioritization, success outcomes and ongoing enhancements to project flow and product direction. This position is also responsible for keeping current on new technologies and software entering the market, supervising a team of programmers, and communicating directly with internal clients and peers on product enhancements and trouble-shooting. Principal Responsibilities Own the software development process ensuring that project requests and development activity are optimally prioritized and assigned to the right internal talent and resources Keep track of resource allocation and productivity throughout the development team. Build metrics to measure developer productivity and work with team managers to assess and track productivity on an ongoing basis Oversee regular priority setting meetings to ensure accurate and optimal priority planning and decision-making. Involve key clients and management as appropriate. Ensure accurate, proactive and realistic estimates for software development timelines are assigned and tracked, ensuring accountability among team members Provide inspiring, energetic and effective leadership to direct reports and entire Development team to include mentoring and coaching, career growth and professional development Participate in ongoing performance management to include a climate of real time feedback as well as more formal performance review activity Project talent and resource needs accurately and proactively to ensure available resources for current and projected projects and development needs. Forecast headcount appropriately Participate in talent acquisition strategies and activity, partnering with HR to identify, target, interview and hire best in class development talent Establish processes for maintaining code quality and ensuring strong testing and debugging is part of the development process Work with the CTO and peers to recommend hardware and software purchases as needed to support software development. As appropriate, work with clients on buy vs. build decisions Identify trends and tools particularly relevant to the internal software strategies and tied to meeting clients needs Keep current on industry development and trends to maintain ongoing business savvy and awareness. Similarly, keep abreast of technical trends to ensure cutting edge solutions and competitive edge. Ensure development team stays current and ahead of technical developments and ongoing training and certifications Assist with the annual budget and forecasting activity, providing accurate and timely data and forecasts Maintain strong interpersonal and professional working relationships with peers and other members of management. Actively participate in business meetings and discussions, representing the Development organization Qualifications-Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Undergraduate degree (master's degree preferred) with a concentration in computer science or engineering 10+ years of extensive successful experience as a C++ Software Developer, in increasingly large roles of responsibility and leadership and managing software teams Proven success as a technology leader making both technology and organizational decisions Financial services experience (in a fast paced trading environment) is strongly preferred Experience with and understanding of technologies such as: C++, Scripting Languages like perl, bash and python, SQL, TCP/UDP/IP Communication, and Unix/Linux High energy level and commitment to aggressively building the business Positive attitude with great follow through and a strong customer and partner mentality Ability to succeed and thrive in a flexible, entrepreneurial work environment Ability to provide innovative and forward thinking solutions for business needs

Head of Quantitative Energy Trading Our client is a privately held, proprietary firm dedicated to high frequency algorithmic trading of various asset classes in the world's financial markets. They trade on their innovative, cutting-edge electronic platform using proprietary models. They do not operate a securities business for any retail or institutional investors. The client combines driven, talented people from various disciplines, state-of-the-art technology, and sophisticated trading strategies to create a successful team environment. Their team members are constantly researching and applying the most advanced technologies and mathematical applications to use in the financial markets. The employees of client represent their distinctive competitive advantage. Their focus on speed and sound decision making enables them to act quickly to take advantage of opportunities when identified. Our Client is recognized by the marketplace as a leading firm that competes head-on with the world's largest trading organizations for transactions. Principal Responsibilities - Develop global long term strategic plan for the Company's Energy strategy - Oversee and lead the Energy trading portfolio for the Company, delivering on results - Maximize trading opportunities and strategies for the Energy business - Build and maintain optimal energy trading talent - Enhance and motivate the team dynamics and environment to maximize trading revenue - Execute trades using automated algorithms, adjust trading strategies based on market conditions, analyze and post process trade data - Optimize strategy parameters and ensure optimal market data and research information relevant to energy trading is collected, purchased and utilized - Work closely and/or manage directly the Quantitative Research and Technology teams in the generation, implementation, and testing of new trading ideas and models - As an Asset Class leader, collaborate and contribute strategy and tactical ideas and suggestions to maximize the effectiveness and overall P&L results for the Energy team and Client overall - Build and maximize external relationships with partners, venues, Banks, etc. to further maximize energy trading opportunities and the Company's external reputation Qualifications-Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - At least an undergraduate degree in finance, engineering, physics, statistics, or related field from an accredited university - A minimum of five years' experience researching and/or trading in electronic financial market ideally in high-frequency trading - Strong quantitative approach to electronic trading - Strong analytical thinking and skills - Knowledge of C++ development is a strong plus - Ability to build a strong team and work in a team environment where strong collaboration and communication skills are necessary - Ability to prioritize tasks and remain detail oriented while under pressure - Understanding of and passion for energy trading and electronic trading marketplaces - Ability to formulate and maximize testable trading hypothesis based on data - Ability to organize trading ideas into a detailed specification format - Global knowledge of the energy trading business - Strong work ethic, self-starter, drive toward technical achievement and innovation

Summary: Our client is widely recognized as a leading firm in the consulting space for the economics of securities, finance, and commerce. Their experts apply their skills in these areas to assist clients in securities and product liability litigation, commercial disputes, and risk management. They bring to bear a thorough understanding of securities, the markets in which they trade, and the regulatory institutions that govern them. The position that our client seeks to fill is that of Senior Consultant in their Securities and Finance Division. This is a high profile position and the incumbent would be reporting directly to the highest authorities in the firm. Responsibilities will include business development, expert analysis and testimony for new and existing clients in the commercial lending space, specifically within credit cards and asset liability management. Qualifications: " Ph.D. in Finance or MBA from a top school " 15+ years of experience working in or have recently worked in a bank or lending institution that conducts commercial lending in the credit card or asset liability management space. " Very strong entrepreneurial skills " Very strong business development skills and demonstrated track record of success " Very strong communication/presentation skills " Desire to work in a top notch consulting firm with the eventual goal of providing expert witness and testimony work Please send all qualified resumes to rgold@firstcallassociates.com

Our client, an investment bank in the Northeast, is currently looking for a Midwest Gas Trader for its growing desk. Candidates with 3+ years trading physical and financial natural gas in the US midcontinent, gulf coast, or west regions will be considered. Must be willing to work or relocate to NYC.

Large, global asset management firm seeks to hire a senior non-agency MBS/ABS Portfolio Manager to work in a team environment managing a $2bb+ Fixed Income portfolio. Our client has tremendous intellectual capital in their employees and seeks to hire a top-flight portfolio manager to add to their already impressive team. The appropriate candidate will meet the following requirements: - Must have 15-20 years of experience in a similar capacity, managing mbs/abs portfolios through various economic cycles. - Must have solid experience with non-agency MBS securities. - Must be able to work well in a team oriented framework in an environment that does not tolerate big egos. - Must be comfortable with a leadership and mentoring role. - Must have a track record of solid, verifiable performance over the last 10 years. - Must have an advanced degree in Finance, Economics, or related field. - CFA designation preferred.

FCA"s client company, an integrated energy (Crude and Refined Products, LNG, Natural Gas) company, seeks Senior Contract Administrator to focus on Crude, RP and Bio-fuel commodity agreements. Candidate should have four plus years relevant experience, preferably with a major crude E&P company. There is a very strong emphasis on the global physical crude markets and the associated legal requirements. Must have advanced knowledge and skills negotiating basic covenants, credit terms, netting, defaults and terminations, force majeur, international tax gross-ups and related tax implications, and other corporate representations. Responsibilities will include: :Lead process in reviewing and negotiating Guarantees, Netting Agreements, LCs and Confidentiality Agreements as needed :Keep Contract Manager and Executive Management apprised of long-term transactions and/or out of the ordinary transactions :Work closely with Legal Counsel and Contracts Manager on contractual issues and projects as requested :Work closely with Credit Department and keep apprised of counterparty status and any issues :Monitor transactions (Crude, Refined Products, bio-fuel and other renewables, LNG) and ensure accurate deal entry in trading systems :Prepare contracts and transaction confirmations on daily basis :Monitor Message Manager system for counterparty contracts and confirmations, review, have approved, and upload into Transaction Tracking System on daily basis :Update physical and financial unconfirmed report daily, as necessary :Update Legal/Credit Matrix daily, as necessary :Become familiar with Company"s and Counterparty"s General Terms and Conditions :Attend seminars and/or programs applicable to keeping apprised of new industry standards and practices QUALIFICATIONS: :Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship (Proof sufficient to satisfy US immigration laws is a requirement of employment) Required: :B.S. or B.A., industry-relevant field :5+ years of experience within physical crude E&P and Transportation Energy Industry :In-depth knowledge of US crude and product markets and previous experience with another oil company, trading shop, or relevant consultancy :Strong understanding of political economy of oil Personal qualities : Team player : Strong analytical ability : Strong spreadsheet skills : Excellent oral and written communications skills

Our client has an opening in their Boston office in the energy/environment practice. The responsibilities of the role include managing and assisting in the preparation of economic studies related to climate change, air quality, water quality and other energy and environmental issues. The products are typically technical reports and expert testimony. Other roles include communicating with clients, coordinating with subcontractors, prepare proposals and qualification statements for potential projects and assisting in the identification of new project areas. The types of analyses include electricity market analyses, cost-benefit analysis, cost-effectiveness analysis, natural resource valuation, and economic impact modeling. Candidates should have a Master's or Ph.D. degree in economics, statistics, applied math or related field, with strong analytic skills and a strong academic record. Relevant experience is desirable, including experience in a consulting environment. Qualified candidates should have experience with project management, preferably in electricity markets, and a willingness to take responsibility. More specifically, the client desires 4-6 years of total work experience after attaining a PhD. Additionally, the ideal background would be someone who has spent a few years working at a governmental organization such as the EPA in some kind of economic analysis role involving energy/environmental issues. After that a few years spent at either an energy company, utility co, or an energy consulting firm would be highly desirable.

Title: Asian Institutional Sales - US Equities Description: Our client, a large global Investment Bank based in the US, seeks to hire 3 Institutional Sales people for their Hong Kong office. The position is in Hong Kong. The sales person will sell US equity products to institutional investors in Asia (hedge funds, pension funds, government funds, mutual funds, etc etc). Requirements: Must have at least 2-3 years of experience selling US equity products to fund managers in Asia. Must have significant contacts/relationships with Asian Institutional investors. Candidates residing in Asia currently are preferable but would relocate a good candidate or team to Hong Kong as well. Successful candidates will be currently working at a competing investment bank in a similar capacity selling US equity products to their Asian fund contacts.

Title: Asian Institutional Sales - US Fixed Income Description: Our client, a large global Investment Bank based in the US, seeks to hire 3 Institutional Sales people for their Hong Kong office. The position is in Hong Kong. The sales person will sell US fixed income products (Investment Grade, High Yield corporate, Treasuries, RMBS, CMBS, ABS) to institutional investors in Asia (hedge funds, pension funds, government funds, mutual funds, etc). Requirements: Must have at least 2-3 years of experience selling US fixed income products to fund managers in Asia. Must have significant contacts/relationships with Asian Institutional investors. Candidates residing in Asia currently are preferable but would relocate a good candidate or team to Hong Kong as well. Successful candidates will be currently working at a competing investment bank in a similar capacity selling US equity products to their Asian fund contacts.

Associate Level - Technology - IT Hardware Research associate - Work as an associate under a well-established lead analyst. MBA, or MA degree required. Must have 2-4 years of relevant experience either from equity research or from Investment Banking for IT Hardware.

Associate level - Technology - Communications Equipment Research Associate - Work as an associate under a well-established lead analyst. MBA, or MA degree required. Must have 2-4 years of relevant experience either from equity research or from Investment Banking for Communications Equipment.

FCA's client seeks a regulatory affairs expert focused on energy regulatory matters currently in front of FERC (Federal Energy Regulatory Commission) and also, the CFTC (Commodity Futures Trading Commission. In this commercial regulatory affairs role, you will sit on a trading desk with traders and marketers and will participate in discussions related to trading strategy and transaction structures. This is a front office role. FCA is seeking an individual with the following experience: * Ability to represent your employer on regulatory and policy matters related to the trading and marketing of energy commodities, power and/or natural gas * Practical knowledge and understanding of risk management involving the physical and financial trading of energy-related commodities * Knowledge of financial and physical trading of energy related commodities * Has understanding of commercial credit requirements * Familiar with substantive regulatory and legislative policy matters relating to various proposals in the U.S. Congress to reform the regulation of OTC (over-the-counter) derivatives * Familiar with proceedings initiated by the CFTC in which the CFTC leverages its statutory authority over the energy markets Please apply directly to this job posting or with your recruiter at First Call Associates. Thank you for your interest.

Our client, a financial institute in NYC, is currently seeking a Senior Power Trader. Candidates will have traded term power in ERCOT, MISO, or WECC, and interested professionals will have several, consecutive years of strong trading profits.

Our client is currently seeking a Gas and Oil Controller for its growing business in the Northeast. This professional will ideally have approx. 7 years of experience, an accounting background, experience in energy commodities, and some background with ETRM systems.

Our client, a financial institution is Houston, is currently seeking a Northeast Gas Basis Trader to manage a proprietary trading book. Interested candidates should have several years of spec trading experience as well as positive PnLs levels.

FCA's client, a commodities division of an investment bank in New York City, seeks to hire an experienced pricing quant for its growing trading desk. Our firm is conducting a search for a senior level PhD Desk Quant prior experience modeling derivative products. This position is within is a derivative quant group focused mainly on implementing exotic and ultra-exotic options in an industrial C++ technology environment. This position will report to the Global Head of Commodities Modeling, and the ideal candidate will have the following experience: Strong math skills - solving integrals and ordinary differential equations Stochastic analysis - stochastic differential equations, change of probability measures, etc Financial modeling - some exposure to actual pricing of options and exotic options Advanced C++ programming skills Front office quantitative experience (preferable) This is an opportunity to work with a vibrant and intellectually stimulating group within a prestigious bank. Our client is willing to offer a very competitive and attractive compensation package. For additional information or for immediate consideration, please contact Ami Chokshi at 860.269.7250 or achokshi@firstcallassociates.com.

Our client, a global sales and distribution company for multiple chemicals and polymers, is seekng a Trader for its growing organization. The successful candidate should have at least five years of experience in the chemical, petrochemical, and/or polymers trading business, have existing market knowledge, and a proven trading track record. This position can be located in either Houston or in New York City. For additional information, please call Ami Chokshi at 860-269-7250 or email her at AChokshi@FirstCallAssociates.com

GAS SCHEDULER FCA's client, and major energy trading and marketing organization in the Northeast, is currently seeking a Gas Scheduler for its growing business. The Gas Scheduler is responsible for arranging (scheduling) the physical movement of natural gas after the gas trading desk enters into physical trades. The Gas Scheduler also monitors the overall physical trading position on the pipelines they are assigned to and advises the gas traders on options for balancing these positions. This role requires developing a general understanding of the North American gas pipeline grid and detailed knowledge of individual pipeline systems and trading regions that the scheduler is assigned to. In addition to the actual scheduling function, the position plays a key role on the trading desk by providing information on pipeline conditions, constraints, costs of transporting, and other relative data that helps the traders interpret price movement in the physical and financial gas markets. The Gas Scheduler utilizes both pipeline and internal scheduling systems to submit and track pipeline activity on a daily and monthly basis and must develop complete proficiency in both. Responsibilities also include working closely with the settlement, volume management and other support teams to ensure the physical business is settled and captured accurately each month. Our client is looking for a self starter with the following requirements. : Bachelor's Degree preferred : One to two years of natural gas scheduling experience with a trading organization : Excellent proven performance in their current and prior positions : Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel : Strong organizational skills and attention to detail : Excellent communication and interpersonal skills : Demonstrated ability to handle stress, pressure and critical deadlines and to effectively manage multiple priorities simultaneously. : Willingness to work off-hours and weekends as necessary for pipeline coverage For immediate consideration, please send your resume to Ami Chokshi at AChokshi@FirstCallAssociates.com.