IT Business Analyst for Asset Optimization & Logistics (f/m/d)

Axpo Group; Madrid; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal allowances

Internet compensation

Training courses

Gym coverage (90%)]

Health insurance

Flexible working hours

Office in Madrid

Job summary

Axpo Group in Madrid is seeking an IT Business Analyst to bridge business and technology for Energy Trading and Asset Optimization & Logistics. You will act as the main liaison for business departments, analyze processes and data, translate needs into technical specs, and support change delivery across multiple locations.

The role requires 5+ years leading tech projects, solid energy market knowledge, and fluent English. Spanish and/or German skills are a plus, with a hybrid work setup in Madrid.

Qualifications

• University degree in a technical field related to energy or IT.
• 5+ years leading technology engineering projects or initiatives with full ownership.
• Experience with energy markets and commodity trading is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with the software development lifecycle and IT operations (ITIL).

Responsibilities

• Act as the main point of contact for business departments on system functionalities and requirements across Energy Trading and Asset Optimization & Logistics.
• Analyze, document and evolve business processes, data, interfaces and IT system requirements.
• Translate business needs into clear technical specifications, support their implementation, and coordinate change delivery.
• Support day-to-day operations, analyze incidents, perform root cause investigations and resolve issues to ensure service stability of our business-critical systems.
• Lead projects and initiatives, coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver milestones with quality.
• Become a subject matter expert on applications in scope, perform configuration changes within the application, testing, validation and user acceptance reviews, and support users as a power user, key user and mentor.

Skills

Business analysis

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Communication

English (C1)

Spanish/German knowledge

Education

University degree in Industrial Engineering, Energy, Computer Science or related field

Tools

ITIL

Job description

Join Axpo in Madrid and help shape the future of Energy Trading. As our IT Business Analyst, you'll connect business and technology, driving innovative solutions for our Asset Optimization & Logistics landscape. We welcome your unique perspective.

What you will do:

• Act as the main point of contact for business departments on system functionalities and requirements across Energy Trading and Asset Optimization & Logistics
• Analyze, document and evolve business processes, data, interfaces and IT system requirements
• Translate business needs into clear technical specifications, support their implementation, and coordinate change delivery
• Support day-to-day operations, analyze incidents, perform root cause investigations and resolve issues to ensure service stability of our business-critical systems
• Lead projects and initiatives, coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver milestones with quality
• Become a subject matter expert on applications in scope, perform configuration changes within the application, testing, validation and user acceptance reviews, and support users as a power user, key user and mentor

What you bring & who you are:

• University degree in Industrial Engineering, Energy, Computer Science or a related technical field
• More than 5 years of experience working on technology engineering projects and experience acting as a leader for projects or initiatives with full ownership.
• Experience and understanding about energy markets and commodity trading is strongly needed, knowledge on finance or industrial sectors is a plus
• Experience with the software development lifecycle and IT operations (ITIL) – ideally working with both custom-built and off-the-shelf applications
• Strong technical affinity and experience working with business applications
• Strong communicator who enjoys aligning business and IT stakeholders across multiple locations
• Analytical and structured thinker who approaches complex challenges proactively and independently
• Full fluency in English (C1) is required; a good understanding of Spanish and/or German would be a plus

Even if you don't meet all the requirements, we look forward to your application.

About the team:

Our team connects business and technology within Energy Trading and Asset Optimization & Logistics. We value open collaboration, diverse perspectives and mutual support, and we're committed to building solutions together with our stakeholders across Axpo.

Benefits:

At our company, we strive to create a culture of continuous learning, personal growth, and inter- national community involvement. We're passionate about providing our employees with the tools and resources they need to succeed, and we're confident that you'll love being part of our team!

• Working Hours We offer flexible working hours to accommodate your work schedule. We can work part of our time remotely and the rest at our offices in Madrid, Torre Europa.
• Meal allowances

You can enjoy delicious meals on us, no matter if you are working remotely or on-site.

• Option to use it for public transportation or childcare instead.
• Internet Compensation We cover the cost of your home internet connection, as we understand how essential connectivity is in the modern workplace.
• Training courses Our company is committed to helping our employees grow and develop their skills, which is why we offer a variety of industry- specific training courses and a learning channel.
• Gym Coverage Stay active and healthy with our 90% coverage benefit, which provides access to the nearby gym: Forus Selection to keep you energized throughout the day
• Health Insurance We take the health and well-being of our employees seriously, which is why we offer a comprehensive health insurance plan and the option to extend it to your spouse and children.

At Axpo Group, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of non-discrimination, tolerance, and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications regardless of race and ethnicity, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, as well as socioeconomic, cultural, and religious background. We are committed to ensuring a respectful and inclusive recruiting process and workplace for everyone.