Junior Energy Quantitative Analyst
Active / Open Until Filled
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Active / Open Until Filled
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Date posted
April 28, 2026
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Closing date
Not Disclosed (Open Until Filled)
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Location
Houston
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Salary
$100,000 - $175,000 /year
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Career level
Entry to Mid Level
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Experience
2 – 4 Years
Description
Macquarie Group is currently accepting applications for the role of Junior Energy Quantitative Analyst, based out of their corporate offices in Houston, United States. This appointment offers an exceptional opportunity to join a globally recognized financial organization that combines entrepreneurial empowerment, disciplined risk governance, and a merit-based career trajectory.
Commodities and Global Markets provides clients around the world with capital and financing, risk management, market access, and physical commodity execution across energy, metals, agriculture, and financial markets. In this role, the successful candidate will work alongside seasoned industry professionals to optimize mission-critical processes, manage risk effectively, and deliver commercially impactful solutions across key markets.
Opportunity Overview & Quick Facts
Key Responsibilities & Operational Scope
- Deliver high-impact quantitative support to traders, structurers, and risk managers and assist in the development and maintenance of production grade quantitative models and analytical tools.
- On a day-to-day basis, you will research and help implement valuation and optimization models for physical assets such as power plants, storage facilities, and renewable energy projects.
- Actively advance and support enhancing and industrializing existing pricing, risk, and data analysis tools for use within front office platforms, as well as assisting with scenario analysis and simulations to support trading strategy and decision making.
Candidate Profile & Required Qualifications
- 0–3 years of experience in a quantitative, analytical, or financial modeling role; experience in energy markets is a plus.
- A strong academic background with a B.S., M.S., or Ph.D.
- In a quantitative discipline (e.g., mathematics, physics, engineering, computer science, or related field).
- Proficiency in at least one programming language such as Python, with exposure to C++, SQL, or similar languages preferred.
- Foundational knowledge of energy markets (power and/or gas) and quantitative techniques, including numerical methods, optimization, or stochastic processes.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- This is an excellent opportunity to develop deep quantitative and commercial expertise as part of a global team closely aligned with revenue generating activities.
What Macquarie Offers
- Market-Leading Rewards: Competitive base remuneration supplemented by performance-linked incentive programs.
- Flexible Work Frameworks: Modern hybrid working arrangements supporting professional productivity and personal balance.
- Professional Development: Clear internal mobility pathways, technical skill enhancement, and professional accreditation support.
- Comprehensive Wellbeing: Access to employee assistance programs, holistic healthcare coverage, and dedicated wellbeing initiatives.
- Global Network & Impact: Collaborative engagement with cross-border teams across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific regions.
Core Competencies & Key Technical Focus
Apply Directly on Macquarie Careers Portal
This position is actively accepting candidate submissions. Access the official Macquarie Group recruitment platform to review comprehensive operational criteria and lodge your formal application.
