Arif Hirji

Arif Hirji is an experienced professional in the energy sector, currently serving as Chief Business Officer and Head of Analytics for LNG Trading at Centrica since July 2016. Hirji leads a team responsible for trading analytics, deal valuation, and global market analysis within the Strategic Leadership Team for LNG trading at Centrica Energy Marketing & Trading. Their prior roles at Centrica include Head of Origination & Trading Analytics and manager of various analytics functions, where key responsibilities included advising on power and gas deals, short-term gas forecasting, and risk assessment for midstream trading. Additional experience encompasses project management, quantitative analysis, and strategy development throughout different aspects of energy trading. Educational credentials include an MSc in Engineering Physics from KTH Royal Institute of Technology and an MSc thesis focused on arbitrage opportunities at London Business School.