Hugo Cap
About Hugo Cap
Hugo Cap is a Risk Manager at Glencore, specializing in risk management for Naphtha and Gasoline blending. He has a diverse background in finance and trading, with previous roles at Saipol and JED Consulting, and holds degrees from ESSEC Business School and McGill University.
Current Role at Glencore
Hugo Cap serves as a Risk Manager at Glencore, a position he has held since 2020. Based in London, England, he specializes in managing risk associated with Naphtha and Gasoline blending books. His role involves assessing and mitigating risks to ensure the stability and profitability of these operations. Hugo's expertise in risk management is further enhanced by his participation in Glencore's Commercial Graduate Programme, which focused on the intricacies of risk management in the energy sector.
Previous Experience at Saipol
Prior to his current role, Hugo Cap worked at Saipol as a Junior Trader from 2018 to 2020. This position was based in Paris, Ile-de-France, France, where he gained valuable experience in trading operations. His time at Saipol contributed to his understanding of market dynamics and trading strategies, which are essential for his current responsibilities in risk management.
Education and Expertise
Hugo Cap holds a Master of Science in Management from ESSEC Business School, where he studied from 2017 to 2020. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from McGill University, completing his degree from 2013 to 2017. His academic background provides a strong foundation in analytical thinking and problem-solving, which are crucial in his role as a Risk Manager.
Career Development at JED Consulting
Hugo Cap served as the Director of Finance at JED Consulting from 2016 to 2017 in Montreal, Canada. In this role, he was responsible for overseeing financial operations and strategy. This experience allowed him to develop skills in financial management and strategic planning, which are beneficial in his current position at Glencore.
Internships and Early Career
Hugo Cap has a diverse range of early career experiences, including internships at various organizations. He worked as an Operations & Quality Intern at 32CUP in 2014, an Assistant Product Developer at VALRHONA in 2015, and a Research and Product Development Intern at Unilever in 2016. These roles provided him with practical skills in operations, product development, and research, laying the groundwork for his subsequent career in finance and risk management.