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Optimus

Natural Gas Trader, Northeast

Houston, TX · On-site

Our client is seeking a Senior Natural Gas Trader to lead trading activities across the Northeast market, developing and executing strategies that maximize the value of a diverse natural gas ...

Tcenergy

NYMEX Natural Gas Trader

Houston, TX

Your expertise in trading natural gas futures, swaps, and options, as well as analytical skills around fundamentals & quantitative price curve analysis will be essential to developing and maintaining ...

TC Energy

NYMEX Natural Gas Trader

Houston, TX · On-site

Your expertise in trading natural gas futures, swaps, and options, as well as analytical skills around fundamentals & quantitative price curve analysis will be essential to developing and maintaining ...

Hanwha Energy USA

Sr. Gas Trader

Houston, TX · On-site

The Sr Gas Trader takes full responsibility over our Gas Trading and will be on point for the underlying drives causing prices to change and all characteristics of the different systems and ...

Hanwha Energy USA

Sr. Gas Trader

Houston, TX

The Sr Gas Trader takes full responsibility over our Gas Trading and will be on point for the underlying drives causing prices to change and all characteristics of the different systems and ...

Hanwha Energy USA

Sr. Gas Trader

Houston, TX · On-site

The Sr Gas Trader takes full responsibility over our Gas Trading and will be on point for the underlying drives causing prices to change and all characteristics of the different systems and ...

Fionics

Gas Trader (15% - 40% Payout)

Manhattan, NY

Opportunity to run a standalone trade, or build a desk focused on Gas Trading. You'll have access to top-tier third-party data, weather data, and premium subscriptions. Benefit from an excellent ...

Fionics

Gas Trader (15% - 40% Payout)

Chicago, IL

Opportunity to run a standalone trade, or build a desk focused on Gas Trading. You'll have access to top-tier third-party data, weather data, and premium subscriptions. Benefit from an excellent ...

NextEra Energy

Sr. Natural Gas Trader

Juno Beach, FL · On-site

Position Specific Description This Proprietary Natural Gas Trader is responsible for building and trading NextEra Energy Marketing's physical gas portfolio in the Permian and Southwest region.

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How much do gas trader jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for gas trader in the United States is $115,000.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $107,500.00 and $122,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a gas trader?

A Gas Trader is a professional who buys and sells natural gas on behalf of energy companies, utilities, or financial institutions. They analyze market trends, negotiate contracts, and manage risk to optimize profits from the trading of natural gas. Gas Traders monitor supply and demand, weather patterns, and geopolitical events that can affect prices. Their work is crucial in ensuring steady and cost-effective energy supply to markets and consumers.

How does a gas trader typically collaborate with other teams within an energy company?

A Gas Trader regularly works alongside risk management, scheduling, operations, and analytics teams to ensure efficient trading strategies and compliance with regulations. They rely on market analysts for real-time data, coordinate with schedulers to confirm physical delivery logistics, and consult with risk managers to manage exposure and hedging. Effective communication and cross-team collaboration are crucial for maximizing profitability while minimizing operational risks.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a gas trader, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Gas Trader, you need a solid background in finance, economics, or engineering, strong analytical skills, and often a bachelor’s degree in a related field. Familiarity with trading platforms such as ICE or CME, as well as proficiency in data analysis tools like Excel and exposure to risk management systems, are typically required. Exceptional decision-making, negotiation, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for building relationships and responding quickly to market changes. These competencies are critical for making informed trading decisions, managing risk, and maximizing profitability in a volatile energy market.
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Natural Gas Trader

Caturus Management Services, LLC

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Natural Gas Trader
Department: Marketing & Trading
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: US TX Houston - Corporate Office
Description
About Us:
The Caturus platform founded by Kimmeridge - an alternative asset manager focused on the energy sector - supports Kimmeridge's overarching goal of providing low-cost energy on demand with the lowest carbon footprint.
Kimmeridge's vision in creating Caturus is to build the only independent, fully integrated natural gas and LNG export platform in the U.S. through a combination of its upstream operations and via Commonwealth LNG, a 9.5 million tonnes per annum liquefied natural gas export terminal in southwestern Louisiana on the U.S. Gulf Coast. The combined entities are committed to delivering responsibly sourced, low-emission fuel to domestic and international markets.
Caturus is a Houston-based, private exploration and production company seeking to materially grow production through development of deep, high pressure, dry gas windows of the Eagle Ford and Austin Chalk, as well as Haynesville formations located in Texas and Louisiana while maintaining a relentless focus on safety.
Commonwealth LNG was founded by industry veterans who decided to re-engineer the LNG construction model. Using proven best practices, Commonwealth is committed to building a world-class LNG export facility while focusing on safety, managing risk and achieving best-in-class environmental standards.
Job Description
Position Summary:
The Natural Gas Trader will execute natural gas sales and purchases within the delegated authority. The successful candidate will develop trading strategies, processes and procedures to increase the value of Caturus equity and third-party production as well as developing trading strategies around Caturus's Commonwealth LNG plant. The Natural Gas Trader will be responsible for managing activities across interstate and intrastate pipelines while ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and operational requirements.
Key Accountabilities:
  • Develop short- and long-term trading strategies, including technical or fundamental supporting analysis.
  • Build new counterparty relationships while advancing existing relationships through honest, straightforward dealings.
  • Execute monthly bid week transactions, focusing on value protection, market diversification, and flow assurance.
  • Coordinate with operations, accounting, and production teams to ensure accurate gas movement and reporting.
  • Maintain compliance with pipeline tariffs, contracts, FERC regulations, and company policies.
  • Identify and resolve scheduling discrepancies, volume variances, and transportation constraints.
  • Communicate regularly with pipeline representatives, producers, suppliers, and markets.
  • Support month-end close activities, invoicing validation, and reporting requirements.
  • Contribute toward ETRM selection and implementation process.
  • Assist in developing process improvements and operational efficiencies.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Education, Certificates, and Licenses:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Economics, or a related discipline.

Experience:
  • 5+ years of experience in the natural gas markets, 2 years trading experience preferred.
  • Experience working with multiple electronic bulletin boards (EBBs) and ETRM systems.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Strong communication, customer-facing experience, and understanding of upstream/downstream pipeline operations.
  • Consistently able to meet deadlines.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Excellent data management and organization capabilities.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, ETRM and various EBBs.
  • Ability to provide evening and weekend support as needed.
  • Strong time management skills.

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