Gas Trader

Norlys Energy Trading A/S; Aalborg; On-site; DKK 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live markets exposure

Structured onboarding

Path to independent trading

Staff association events

Job summary

Norlys Energy Trading A/S is seeking a motivated Gas Trader to start in a fast-moving European gas market. You will work alongside experienced traders to execute short-term trades and analyse market developments, building commercial judgement and operational understanding as responsibilities grow.

You will participate in 24/7 shift rotations and collaborate with Risk, TOO, Portfolio Management and Analytics, gaining hands-on experience across both the commercial and operational aspects of gas

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Economics, Finance, Mathematics or a related field.
• Strong analytical mindset.
• Interest in trading, financial markets or energy markets.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Structured and detail-oriented way of working.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Participate in our 24/7 shift rotation.
• Execute Within-Day and Day-Ahead trades while monitoring real-time market developments.
• Identify and act on short-term trading opportunities based on prices, spreads and system conditions.
• Support the optimisation of positions across storage, transport and other flexible assets.
• Analyse market drivers, including weather, demand, supply and LNG flows, to support trading decisions.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including TOO, Risk and TSOs.
• Ensure compliance with trading mandates and established trading processes.

Skills

Analytical thinking

English fluency

Trading interest

Communication

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Detail-oriented

Excel/Python

Education

Master's degree in Economics/Finance/Mathematics

Tools

Excel

Python

Job description

Are you motivated by making decisions in a fast-moving market where your analysis can have an immediate impact?

As a Gas Trader, you'll work directly with European gas markets from the beginning, developing your analytical and commercial skills through hands‑on trading. If you're looking for an opportunity to learn quickly, take on responsibility and build a career in energy trading, this could be the right next step for you.

About the team

You’ll join our Gas Spot Trading team, responsible for trading and optimising short‑term positions across European gas markets. Operating in a dynamic 24/7 market, the team manages Within‑Day and Day‑Ahead positions while optimising asset flexibility across storage and transport.

Working closely with Risk, Trading Operations Optimisation (TOO), Portfolio Management, Analytics and Compliance, you’ll become part of a collaborative team that values structured processes, continuous feedback and knowledge sharing. As your experience grows, so will your responsibility.

About the role

As a Gas Trader, you’ll execute short‑term trades, analyse market developments and help optimise gas positions across European markets. Working alongside experienced traders, you’ll develop the commercial judgement and operational understanding needed to take on increasing responsibility in one of Europe’s most dynamic energy markets.

Key responsibilities

In this role, you’ll combine market analysis, operational awareness and real‑time decision‑making while collaborating with colleagues across the business. Your responsibilities will include:

• Participate in our 24/7 shift rotation.
• Execute Within-Day and Day-Ahead trades while monitoring real‑time market developments.
• Identify and act on short‑term trading opportunities based on prices, spreads and system conditions.
• Support the optimisation of positions across storage, transport and other flexible assets.
• Analyse market drivers, including weather, demand, supply and LNG flows, to support trading decisions.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including TOO, Risk and TSOs.
• Ensure compliance with trading mandates and established trading processes.

We’re looking for someone who’s curious, analytical and eager to learn. You’ll be trusted with real responsibility early on, but you’ll never be left on your own. You’ll work alongside experienced traders who are committed to helping you develop, while gradually giving you the independence to make your own trading decisions.

What we are looking for

You’ll thrive in this role if you’re analytical, curious and motivated by making decisions in a fast‑moving environment. While previous trading experience isn’t essential, we’re looking for someone who’s eager to learn, takes ownership of their development and enjoys working as part of a collaborative team.

Must-have

• Master’s degree in Economics, Finance, Mathematics or a related field.
• Strong analytical mindset and interest in problem solving.
• Interest in trading, financial markets or energy markets.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment.
• Structured and detail‑oriented way of working.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Willingness to learn and actively seek feedback.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.

Nice‑to‑have

• Basic understanding of trading concepts such as spreads, volatility and arbitrage.
• Experience with Excel, Python or similar analytical tools.
• Interest in real‑time decision‑making and optimisation.
• Knowledge of European gas markets or energy systems.

What we offer

You’ll join a team where you’ll learn by doing, work directly with live markets and gradually build the confidence to make independent trading decisions. At the same time, you’ll become part of a collaborative environment where knowledge sharing, continuous feedback and professional development are part of everyday work.

• Direct exposure to live European gas markets from the beginning.
• Structured onboarding and close collaboration with experienced traders.
• A clear path towards independent trading responsibility within 3–6 months.
• Hands‑on experience across both the commercial and operational aspects of gas trading.
• Broad collaboration with colleagues across Risk, Trading Operations Optimisation (TOO), Portfolio Management, Analytics and Compliance.
• The opportunity to contribute to the continuous development and optimisation of trading processes.
• A collaborative team where knowledge sharing and continuous improvement are part of everyday work.
• An active staff association that organises social events, sports activities and shared experiences throughout the year.

If you’re looking for a place to start your trading career where you’ll learn quickly, take on real responsibility and work alongside experienced colleagues, we’d love to hear from you.