Context & Environment

Who We Are

TotalEnergies Gas and Power is the trading arm of TotalEnergies in the field of low carbon energies (mainly gas, LNG and power) and TGPNA is the affiliate in North America in charge of the US trading business. As such it operates in fast-evolving market dynamics influenced by internal and external factors that require constant adaptation and evolution. Uncertainties specific to the trading environment (volatility of prices, supply & demand mismatches) are coupled with those coming from the broader energy sector (climate change policies, changes in the energy mix, developments of new energy sources, etc) and the broader macro-economic context. In such context Trading helps to ensure growth and profitability to a key segment of the business to reach the objective of Carbon Neutrality by 2050.

Working at TotalEnergies

At TotalEnergies we are committed to balancing flexibility while fostering strong relationships among our team members. Our employees work together to build teamwork through collaboration. This position is in Houston, Texas.

About the Role

As an Operational Compliance Analyst at TotalEnergies Gas & Power North America, you'll be at the forefront of regulatory oversight and risk mitigation in dynamic U.S. energy markets. This role blends analytical rigor with strategic insight, ensuring our trading operations remain compliant, transparent, and resilient. You'll collaborate across departments to uphold regulatory standards, support market expansion, and continuously refine our compliance framework in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.

Activities

Regulatory Oversight

• Monitor U.S. regulatory activities across four TotalEnergies affiliates.
• Ensure compliance with financial and physical market regulations including CFTC, FERC, EIA, and state utility commissions.
• Manage Level 2 CFTC swap reporting, including data feed integration and contract analysis for complex instruments such as PPAs and options.
• Resolve compliance issues promptly and support internal investigations to maintain regulatory integrity and transparency.

Trade Compliance

• Support TGPNA's expansion into emerging power markets (ERCOT, PJM, CAISO, SPP) by ensuring full regulatory alignment.
• Implement automated systems for position limit monitoring and trade surveillance.
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate regulatory risks across trading and business operations.
• Ensure trading operations comply with domestic regulations for physical and financial commodities.
• Report trading activities accurately and promptly to management and regulators.
• Execute swap reporting using APIs, FTPs, and internal tools; interpret commodity contracts for delegated reporting.
• Analyze data using internal risk control systems and business intelligence platforms.
• Escalate and document any compliance breaches to the Risk Committee.
• Investigate and resolve daily compliance discrepancies.
• Maintain audit-ready documentation and enforce document retention policies.
• Continuously enhance operational procedures and compliance frameworks.
• Develop corrective action plans and contribute to cross-functional compliance tool development.

Candidate Profile

Education

• Mandatory: Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Law, or a related discipline
• Preferred: Graduate degree in Economics, Finance, Business, Mathematics, or other quantitative fields; certifications in compliance, risk, or finance (e.g., CFA, FRM, CAMS)

Experience

• Minimum 2+ years in operational or market compliance, ideally within a commodity trading environment
• Hands-on experience with swap reporting and other US financial and commodity trading compliance frameworks (e.g., CFTC, Dodd-Frank, EMIR)

Communication & Responsiveness

• Strong presentation, oral, and written communication skills across all organizational levels
• Ability to respond quickly and effectively to time-sensitive trading and compliance demands
• Maintains composure under pressure in volatile market conditions

Analytical & Technical Skills

• Exceptional attention to detail and due diligence
• Proven problem-solving mindset with a focus on process improvement
• Solid grasp of finance and risk management methodologies
• Comfortable interpreting legal documentation and applying it to operational activities

Technical Proficiency

• Numerical fluency and computer literacy
• Proficient in:
• Microsoft Excel
• Power BI
• Scripting tools and programming languages (e.g., Python, Alteryx)

**TotalEnergies regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited visa status for this position.

Additional Information

TotalEnergies values diversity, promotes individual growth and offers equal opportunity careers.

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About the company:
TotalEnergies is a multi-energy company that produces and markets energies on a global scale: oil and biofuels, natural gas and green gases, renewables and electricity. Our 105,000 employees are committed to energy that is ever more affordable, clean, reliable and accessible to as many people as possible. Active in more than 130 countries, TotalEnergies puts sustainable development in all its dimensions at the heart of its projects and operations to contribute to the well-being of people.

TotalEnergies Gas and Power (TGP) is the trading arm of TotalEnergies in the field of low carbon energies (mainly gas, LNG and power). As such it operates in fast-evolving market dynamics influenced by internal and external factors that require constant adaptation and evolution. Uncertainties specific to the trading environment (volatility of prices, supply & demand mismatches) are coupled with those coming from the broader energy sector (climate change policies, changes in the energy mix, developments of new energy sources, etc). In such context TGP helps to ensure growth and profitability to a key segment of the business in order to reach the objective of Carbon Neutrality by 2050.

Our Culture :
We are committed to meet the energy needs of a growing population while fulfilling our ambition to be a major player in the energy transition. The volatility of the energy trading markets requires excellence in risk management and a culture of innovation.

Our people flourish in an environment that promotes expertise, entrepreneurship spirit, agility and a purpose-driven culture, generating boundless opportunities to learn, grow and achieve collaborative success while ensuring safety in all our operations.

We look for passion, ambition and open-mindedness. While we evolve in a demanding and ever-changing industry, we cultivate a friendly workplace where team spirit and respect guide our daily routine, and where the diversity of our people and their skills create a nourishing experience for all of us.