6 Natural Gas jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Location: Dubai, UAE
Shape the Future of Energy Markets in a High-Growth Environment

Our client, a global commodity trading house with strong footprints in Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, is expanding its energy trading division and is looking for an experienced and dynamic Natural Gas Trader to join its growing team in Dubai.

This is a unique opportunity to work at the heart of the region’s energy hub, with access to global LNG, pipeline gas, and derivatives markets.

As a Natural Gas Trader, you will be responsible for identifying, structuring, and executing profitable trades across the physical and paper natural gas markets, including pipeline gas, LNG, and gas-related derivatives. You will collaborate closely with origination, operations, risk, and analytics teams to capitalize on both short-term and strategic opportunities.

Market Trading & Strategy

• Trade physical and financial natural gas (including LNG swaps, pipeline contracts, spreads, and basis markets).

• Develop and execute short- and long-term trading strategies across EMEA, Asia, and the US.

• Monitor gas supply-demand fundamentals, regional spreads, storage and transportation economics, and geopolitical impacts.

Deal Origination & Execution

• Originate and manage gas deals with utilities, producers, traders, and large-scale consumers.

• Work with origination and structuring teams to identify term opportunities, tolling, and optionality plays.

• Negotiate and structure physical and derivative contracts aligned with company risk parameters.

Risk & Position Management

• Manage market exposure using hedging strategies (futures, options, swaps).

• Work closely with middle office and risk teams to manage VaR, credit, and operational risks.

• Maintain trading books, monitor P&L, and report on trading performance and exposure.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Liaise with logistics, shipping, legal, and finance teams to ensure efficient and compliant execution.

• Contribute to internal market intelligence and support the growth of the natural gas portfolio.

5+ years of experience trading natural gas (physical or paper), ideally in a trading house, energy company, or investment bank.
Solid understanding of regional and global gas markets, LNG flows, and infrastructure dynamics.
Proven P&L track record and the ability to identify and capitalize on trading opportunities.
Familiarity with risk management tools, pricing mechanisms, and exchange platforms (ICE, CME, EEX).
Excellent negotiation, relationship-building, and analytical skills.
Exposure to MENA, European, or Asian gas markets is highly desirable.
Driven, entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to work under pressure and make fast, informed decisions.

Be part of a globally connected energy trading house in one of the world’s most exciting trading locations.
High-impact role with full trading autonomy and P&L responsibility.
Access to advanced trading systems, analytics, and global infrastructure.
Competitive compensation, performance incentives, and long-term career growth.

Join a forward-thinking team shaping the energy landscape. Apply now or contact HR Corner Group for a confidential discussion.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 09/19/2024

We’re excited to offer a role with a top consulting firm in the energy sector! As traditional models become obsolete, the shift to decarbonization and tech innovation is creating new opportunities and risks.

Join our client's team that leverages deep industry expertise to help energy companies adapt and thrive. The Knowledge Management team is key in driving thought leadership and global expertise.

If you’re passionate about shaping the future of energy, this is your chance!

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop and implement top-tier knowledge management strategies.
2. Facilitate cross-practice collaboration, ensuring smooth global information flow.
3. Synthesize and codify intellectual capital, connecting people with expertise and insights.
4. Oversee the management of the knowledge base, ensuring it is well-maintained and user-friendly.
5. Address content gaps and emerging topics within the Energy and Natural Resources sector.
6. Act as a key liaison for identifying experts and credentials to support business development.
7. Support client relationship building by sharing relevant knowledge and attending practice pipeline calls.

Reporting to the EIMEA Head of Knowledge Management in London, you will work closely with teams in London, Munich, and Warsaw. This role is based in the Middle East but involves both global and local responsibilities.

1. At least 5 years of experience in knowledge management, research, or business development, ideally within the Government and Public Institutions sector.
2. Intellectual curiosity and a strong interest in topics relevant to our Energy and Natural Resources (ENR) sector clients.
3. In-depth understanding of the Middle East ENR industry, including its challenges and opportunities.
4. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in both formal and informal settings.
5. Fluency in English is essential; Arabic proficiency is a plus but not required.
6. An undergraduate or advanced degree from a top academic institution with a strong academic record.
7. Self-motivated and proactive with a strong initiative to learn new skills and apply existing ones effectively.
8. A proactive client service mindset and strong analytical skills to address complex challenges.
9. Ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
10. Willingness to collaborate fluidly and respectfully with a talented team.
11. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams; SharePoint experience is a plus).

Competitive Compensation: Receive a competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with your experience and expertise.

Global Impact: Work with a leading consulting firm to shape the future of the energy and natural resources sector on a global scale.

Strategic Influence: Play a key role in shaping knowledge management strategies and contributing to thought leadership within the industry.

Career Development: Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities to advance your career.

JOB PURPOSE:

Work within the Global Private Banking Credit team ensuring the proper implementation of policies procedures and practices consistent with the overall strategy and objectives of the bank.

Ensure that UAE and International Credit proposals adhere to policy guidelines monitoring and review is adequate to maintain assigned portfolio quality and overall credit risk falls within the banks risk appetite.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Credit Risk Management

• Credit analysis assessment recommendation & approval (Within DoA) review monitoring control and recovery of assigned portfolio(s) for assigned UAE and International portfolio
• Ensure credit processing & approval turnaround times as per agreed SLAs
• Ensure Credit request fall with regulatory guidelines /policies / TMRACs
• Highlight exceptions and work with Private banking on ensuring proper mitigation is in place
• Guide private banking on structuring of facilities securities documentation
• Ensure proper due diligence is conducted on prospective deals in collaboration with coverage / product teams
• Follow up with Private banking on covenant breaches / document deficiencies / excesses / past dues

• Provide ongoing feedback and expert inputs into the deal structure intermittently and as required based on Bank Risk Appetite for products/ industry / sector / geography / counterparty.
• Ensures timely availability of required information to approving authority for credit decision making.
• Ensure accuracy of data being presented to various stakeholders including senior management
• Coordinate with internal counterparties (CAD Legal etc.) to provide guidance on risk assessment risk rating and documentation.
• Obtain accurate and current information and update the Risk systems (Risk rating models collateral management system etc) that allow for accurate identification of risk profiles/ratings in all asset categories.
• Recommend amendments to the Banks credit policy procedures Risk Rating models credit memorandums risk criteria etc based on lending experience and market expediencies ensuring it is aligned with overall Banks risk strategy & policy
• Ensure satisfactory rating in audits through proactive actions and ensure all recommendations are implemented

Job Context

• Preparation of comprehensive credit proposals clearly outlining key risks mitigations and recommendation for presentation to the Approving Authority for prospective and existing clients under assigned portfolio
• Coordinates with the Relationship Managers well in advance of due dates of annual reviews to obtain necessary information from the borrower to facilitate a comprehensive review of the credit facilities.
• Ensure credit processing & approval turnaround times as per agreed SLAs.
• Periodic meetings / conference calls with clients to be undertaken along with RMs for prospective and existing clients
• Monitor accounts regularly and follow-up with Business units on terms and conditions to ensure compliance with the approval conditions.
• Oversight the mark-to-market revaluation process and take ownership of liaising with the respective RMs to rectify any margin call situations.
• Review exception and portfolio reports as applicable and keep abreast of the clients account conduct financial standing and latest developments occurring in their respective segment/market so as to provide appropriate recommendations with regards to change in risk appetite / ratings /classification.
• Monitor early warning indicators in order to identify potential problem accounts and liaise with Business Units for ensuring suitable action plans are in place to rectify the situation at an early stage.
• Manage problem credits closely and recommending appropriate strategies and remedial action plans. Identify defaulters and recommend immediate remedial arrangements for maintaining a quality credit portfolio.
• Ensure accuracy of data being presented to various stakeholders including senior management
• Contribute to enhancement of knowledge and expertise of other team members by participating in training and development initiatives.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualification

• Must have Bachelors degree.
• Desirable: - Chartered Accountant/ Masters in Business Administration (MBA) or any other relevant finance degree professional certification charter (CFA/FRM etc) or diploma.

Minimum Experience & Skill Set

• Minimum 10 years relevant experience in the banking sector with at least 5 years in Credit function.
• Good understanding of various complex credit products such as Lombard lending Real Estate financing FX and Derivatives.
• Understanding of various complex Investment products such as bonds sukuks stocks mutual funds structured notes etc.
• Ability to look into and beyond Personal Net Worth Statements/financials and see business proposition.
• Strong structuring skills
• Good understanding of legal and regulatory framework.
• Ability to work under pressure
• Strong communication skills written and spoken.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time

We are seeking highly skilled professionals to support our Tags Registration Project in the UAE as Electrical Maintenance Technicians.

This is a unique opportunity to utilize your technical expertise and experience in Oil & Gas plant maintenance to collect data from installed equipment, conduct site surveys, and organize collected data into Excel format.

• Collect data from installed equipment, including tags, drawings, and documents.
• Conduct site surveys to verify equipment and gather specifications.
• Organize collected data into Excel format and extract information from technical documents.

• Technical High School Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, or related field.
• 1-2 years of experience in Oil & Gas plant maintenance.
• Proficient in Excel.

The selected resource will work on-site for up to 90 consecutive days before returning to Abu Dhabi.

• Job Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE.
• Working schedule: 48 hours/week in the office, 60 hours/week at Oil & Gas plants.

ISS International S.p.A. is looking for 3 Oil & Gas Electrical Maintenance Technicians (Office/Field) to be involved in a Tags Registration Project regarding Oil & Gas plants in the UAE.

• Recognize installed equipment class to start its relevant data collection accordingly.
• Execute data collection and surveys independently without assistance.
• Collect required drawings and documents needed for asset registration.
• Gather tags from drawings such as P&IDs, SLDs, F&G Loops, etc., and organize in Excel format for individual packages.
• Extract important information from Data Sheets and technical documents like VDBs, MRBs, etc., to obtain specifications and attributes.
• Perform site surveys for physical verification of all new equipment at the site, coordinating with Engineering for updates to drawings.
• Obtain Manufacturer and Model details from tag plates during site surveys.
• Identify deviations from drawings and documents observed during site surveys.

• At least a Technical High School Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Piping, etc.
• 1-2 years of experience in maintenance of Oil & Gas Plants.
• Proficient in Excel.

The activities will commence in June 2025, at our office in Abu Dhabi and Oil & Gas Plants in the UAE.

The selected resource will stay on-site for up to 90 consecutive days before returning to Abu Dhabi.

The contract duration is 12 months, with an extension possible for another 12 months.

The rotation will be resident, with one month of leave after one year in the UAE.

• Job Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
• Working schedule: 48 hours/week in the office
• Working schedule: 60 hours/week at Oil & Gas plants