Jay S. Nair is the Head of Risk for Mercantile & Maritime Group, where he leads the Group’s enterprise risk management framework, overseeing market, credit, and operational risk across global trading, logistics, and infrastructure operations. He brings over 15 years of international experience in energy trading, financial markets, and risk governance, combining analytical precision with strategic foresight to strengthen decision-making and capital resilience across the business.
Before joining Mercantile & Maritime, Jay served as Head of Strategy and Risk Management at Mabanaft GmbH & Co. KG in London, where he implemented group-wide risk frameworks, standardized reporting systems, and ETRM controls across multiple international entities. He previously held senior roles at the Intercontinental Exchange (ICE), Essar Oil UK, Royal Dutch Shell, and Barclays Capital, developing deep expertise in trading risk, derivatives, and market exposure management across diverse energy portfolios.
He is recognized for designing robust governance structures, embedding disciplined risk culture, and aligning commercial growth with prudent financial oversight. His leadership reflects a balance of strategic insight and technical depth, ensuring sustainable performance and compliance across all business lines.