Senior Risk Analyst Job at NRG, Houston, TX

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  • NRG
  • Houston, TX

Job Description

Welcome to the intersection of energy and home services. At NRG, we’re all about propelling the next generation of leaders forward. We are driven by our passion to create a smarter, cleaner and more connected future. We deliver innovative solutions that make our customers’ lives easier—helping them power, protect, and intelligently manage their homes and businesses. To do this, we need creative and talented people to join our company.

We offer a dynamic work environment and a unified and inclusive culture. NRG fosters a strong sense of belonging that leads to better collaboration and business performance. Our company programs are designed to help employees develop the skills they need for success now and in the future. In everything we do, we aim to champion our employees and bring value to our customers, investors and society.

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Job Summary:

NRG is seeking a highly analytical Senior Analyst to join its Power Product Control team. This role is ideal for a technically skilled and detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment. The Senior Analyst will support daily risk reporting, valuation, and analytics for NRG’s power portfolio, including renewable energy assets. The role requires strong analytical capabilities, data fluency, and the ability to collaborate across Risk, Front Office, Finance, and IT to ensure accurate reporting and risk transparency.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Analyze, value, and provide risk insights on complex transactions and portfolio positions, including power generation, load contracts, derivatives, and hedging strategies

  • Develop and monitor position and P&L reports for NRG’s energy and renewables portfolios

  • Assist in the valuation and reporting of renewable energy assets, including wind, solar, and renewable energy credits (RECs)

  • Synthesize report details to drive insights into the evaluation of risk management strategies

  • Collaborate effectively within the Risk team and with other departments on issues/projects while independently driving initiatives and managing tasks from inception through to full resolution

  • Validate and mark end-of-day curves in the risk system, ensuring consistency with market data and internal models

  • Design and implement enhancements to risk management tools, processes, and reports

  • Collaborate with IT on system enhancements and testing

  • Respond to internal and external audit requests with clarity and completeness

  • Support compliance with renewable energy standards such as Green-e and REC retirement tracking

  • Stay informed on energy and renewable market trends and regulatory developments to inform risk analysis

 

Working Conditions:

  • Hybrid work schedule: 3 days on site, 2 days remote

  • Open office environment

  • Some overtime required for special projects

  • Minimal travel required (less than 10%)

 

Physical Requirements:

  • Majority of work is performed on a personal computer in a seated position

 

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related quantitative field, or equivalent risk and renewables market experience

  • Minimum 3 years of experience in a related analytical or risk role

 

Preferred Skills and Experience:

  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

  • Experience with MTM valuation, risk metrics, and energy trading

  • Project management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage tight deadlines

  • Proficiency in Excel and SQL; Python or other coding languages is a plus

  • Familiarity with renewable energy markets and regulatory frameworks is a plus

  • Experience with ETRM systems and risk platforms is a plus

NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. EOE AA M/F/Protected Veteran Status/Disability. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

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