Renewables Energy Trader — Hybrid, High-Impact Role

Placements24; Lorenziberg; Hybrid; EUR 54,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Energy Trader focused on renewable energy commodities and power markets in a dynamic market. Based in a hybrid setup, you’ll optimize trading strategies and manage risk across generation and demand profiles.

You will leverage market data, predictive analytics and weather insights to maximize profitability while supporting grid stability. This high-impact role offers growth and exposure to South Africa’s energy transition.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field.
• Minimum 4 years in energy trading with power markets.
• Strong knowledge of wholesale electricity markets.
• Ability to develop financial models.

Responsibilities

• Execute trading strategies for renewable energy power and related derivatives.
• Monitor market conditions, weather forecasts, and news.
• Develop short- and long-term trading strategies.
• Analyze market data and price movements to inform decisions.
• Manage positions within risk limits.
• Collaborate with asset managers, forecasters, and risk analysts.
• Ensure compliance with market rules and reporting.
• Generate daily/weekly trading reports and analyses.

Skills

Analytical skills

Decision making under pressure

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related quantitative field

Tools

Trading platforms

Market data systems

Analytical software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Energy Trader focused on renewable energy commodities and power markets in a dynamic market. Based in a hybrid setup, you’ll optimize trading strategies and manage risk across generation and demand profiles.

You will leverage market data, predictive analytics and weather insights to maximize profitability while supporting grid stability. This high-impact role offers growth and exposure to South Africa’s energy transition.