Market Specialist

Entso-E; Brussel; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Health insurance for you and family

Pension scheme

Meal and eco vouchers

Annual bonus

Training opportunities

Job summary

ENTSO-E in Brussels is seeking a Market Specialist with a strong interest in European electricity market integration, balancing and energy transition. You will contribute to the implementation of key market frameworks, with a primary focus on the Electricity Balancing Regulation, within the Market & Operations Section.

You will engage with TSOs, ACER, the European Commission and other stakeholders, coordinating cross-committee activities, meetings and deliverables while supporting policy

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Economics, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience in energy/TSO sector.
• Proven knowledge of European electricity market integration and market network codes.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks (ACER, EC) and stakeholder landscapes.
• Outstanding written and oral English skills; able to facilitate meetings.
• Ability to work independently and in a multinational team with tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support ENTSO-E project teams in implementing legal mandates from the Electricity Balancing Regulation and other market network codes, coordinating cross-committee alignment.
• Coordinate with governance platforms (MARI, PICASSO, IGCC) to align TSO positions and cooperation.
• Lead discussions in Ancillary Services Working Group and follow up on actions with project team members.
• Engage with European institutions and stakeholders (ACER, EC) to represent ENTSO-E and deliverables; organise meetings, workshops and conferences.
• Support monitoring tasks and reports development mandated by regulations and methodologies.
• Maintain transparent communication and reporting to ENTSO-E structures, Market Committee and stakeholders.
• Contribute to Market Committee meeting preparation and follow-up (agendas, materials, minutes).
• Assist in planning for Electricity Balancing Regulation and related deliverables across Europe-wide implementations.

Skills

Market integration

Electricity balancing

Stakeholder engagement

Excellent communication

English proficiency

Independent & team work

Education

Master's degree in Economics/Engineering/IT

Job description

About ENTSO-E

ENTSO-E is the European Network of Transmission System Operators for Electricity. We coordinate the cross-border system operations, system development and electricity market activities of the 40 electricity transmission system operators (TSOs) which cover 36 countries. The ENTSO-E Secretariat in Brussels provides support on technical, market and policy developments for all European TSOs in their cooperation with each other, in their joint fulfilment of their legal mandates, and in the intensive interactions with EU decision-makers, regulatory agencies, associations representing network users and other stakeholders.

At ENTSO-E, you will contribute to building the world’s largest integrated electricity market – impacting not only those in the energy sector but also Europe’s overall economy, today and in the future!

Job description

ENTSO-E is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Market Specialist with a strong interest in European electricity market integration, electricity balancing and the energy transition.

In this role, you will contribute directly to the implementation and evolution of key European market frameworks, with a primary focus on the Electricity Balancing Regulation.

You will join the Market & Operations Section of the ENTSO-E Secretariat in Brussels, reporting to the Balancing Manager, and work within a dynamic and international team of experts.

This position offers a unique opportunity to engage at a high strategic level, interacting with TSOs, ACER, the European Commission, and other key stakeholders shaping the European electricity market.

Your responsibilities

You will contribute to ENTSO-E’s work on market integration, with a strong focus on Electricity Balancing Regulation implementation and coordination of Europe-wide initiatives. Your main responsibilities will include:

• Support ENTSO-E project teams in implementing legal mandates from the Electricity Balancing Regulation, Electricity Regulation 2019/943, and other market network codes. Coordinate and lead the activities needing cross-committee alignment, supporting consensus-building and delivery of methodologies and implementation solutions.

• Cooperate with key governance platforms, including the balancing platforms (MARI, PICASSO, IGCC), ensuring alignment of TSO positions and effective coordination.

• Support the Ancillary Services Working Group in tasks related to the Electricity Balancing Regulation: prepare meeting materials, facilitate discussions and decision-making, and follow up on actions. Lead discussions and exchanges between Ancillary Services Working Group and respective project team members.

• Engage with European institutions and stakeholders, including ACER, the National Regulatory Authorities, and the European Commission, to represent ENTSO-E and explain TSO positions and deliverables; organise and participate in meetings, workshops and conferences.

• Support monitoring tasks and reports development mandated by Electricity Balancing Regulation and respective methodologies.

• Maintain transparent communication and reporting to higher ENTSO-E structures, management, Market Committee, and other stakeholders.

• Contribute to the preparation and follow-up of Market Committee meetings, including agendas, briefing materials, presentations, decisions, and minutes.

• Support the overall functioning of the Market & Operations Section, including coordination across working groups, project teams, and the Secretariat’s programme management framework. Track action items and follow-up on deliverables.

• Develop and coordinate planning for the Electricity Balancing Regulation and related project deliverables for Europe-wide and regional implementation. Oversee the use of associated budget and contracts for project delivery, engage with finance and legal experts.

Your profile

We are looking for a motivated candidate with the following skills and abilities:

• Master’s degree in Economics, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.

• Minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience, preferably within the TSO community or European energy sector.

• Proven knowledge of European electricity market integration, particularly in areas such as market network codes, electricity balancing, market coupling, congestion management, or transparency.

• Good understanding of European regulatory frameworks and stakeholder landscape (ACER, European Commission, TSOs, NEMOs).

• Excellent communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders and build consensus in complex environments.

• Excellent writing and oral communication/presentation skills in English.

• Ability to work independently and in team setting with competing deadlines.

• Proactive and results-oriented attitude.

• Motivation to work within a multinational and multicultural professional environment.

• Positive mindset aligned with the values of ENTSO-E: Team, Trust, Integrity, Excellence and Future-thinking.

Our offer

At ENTSO-E, we put people at the centre of our mission. Joining us means:

• Multicultural environment: Work with colleagues from over 30 nationalities in a diverse, inclusive and supportive team.

• Work–life balance: Benefit from our hybrid working model (2 days/week in the Brussels office and remote work).

• Continuous learning & development: Access training, workshops and professional growth opportunities tailored to your career path.

• Competitive compensation & benefits: Market-aligned salary, comprehensive health insurance for you and your family (including hospitalization), travel insurance, pension scheme, meal and eco vouchers, annual bonus schemes, and a flexible benefits plan.

ENTSO-E is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are committed to fostering a workplace where diversity and inclusion are valued.