Hija Ali is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in risk management and trading across the energy sector. Currently serving in Deal Structuring and Market Risk roles at Shell, Hija specializes in European gas, power, PPAs, and renewable assets. As a self-employed Risk Consultant, Hija provides advisory services to prominent UK energy suppliers and financial firms, focusing on governance, reporting, and risk management. Previously, Hija held key positions including Head of Risk at Czarnikow, where a comprehensive risk management function was established, and Head of Structured Sales Risk at SmartestEnergy, overseeing structured transactions for substantial energy portfolios. Earlier career stages included roles at CME Group, EDF Energy, and Centrica Storage, focusing on risk analysis and market optimization. Hija's academic credentials include a Certificate in Derivatives from The Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment and a MEng in Electronic Engineering with Communications Engineering from UCL.