Energy Markets Graduate Programme

SSE plc; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits

Cycle to Work

Private healthcare

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

SSE offers an Energy Markets Graduate Programme based in Edinburgh, commencing September 2027. Over two years, you will rotate through trading, market analysis, analytics and commercial operations, building hands-on experience across SSE's energy portfolio and developing strong commercial know-how.

You will undertake structured placements across teams such as Trading & Asset Optimisation, Market Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Weather forecasting, and Risk Management, with mentoring and

Qualifications

• Minimum 2:2 honours degree in Business Analytics, Computer Science, Data Science, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, Meteorology or another analytical discipline.
• You’ll likely be excited to develop commercial expertise while helping shape the future of energy.

Responsibilities

• Trading & Asset Optimisation
• Market Analysis & Energy Economics
• Advanced Analytics
• Risk Management
• Commercial Operations
• Weather & Forecasting

Skills

Data analysis

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Education

2:2 honours degree

Job description

Start Date: Commencing September 2027

Base Location: Edinburgh

Salary: £35,000 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family

Working Pattern: Full Time | options available

Turn your Interest in Energy Markets into a meaningful commercial career

Whether your interests lie in trading, market analysis, risk management, analytics or commercial operations, you'll develop the knowledge, skills and experience needed to build a successful career in one of the most dynamic areas of the energy industry.

What is the role?

At SSE, we're investing in the people, capabilities and technologies needed to deliver secure, clean and affordable electricity. As the commercial hub of SSE, Energy Markets plays a critical role in trading energy, optimising assets and providing market insight across the business. Through these activities, Energy Markets helps maximise value, manage risk and support informed decision‑making across SSE's operations.

Our Energy Markets Graduate Programme is designed for graduates who want to develop commercial expertise while making a real impact from day one. Over two years, you'll build a broad understanding of energy markets, gain hands‑on experience across the business and develop the skills needed for a long‑term career within Energy Markets.

You’ll undertake a series of structured placements with teams across Energy Markets, gaining exposure to a wide range of commercial, analytical and operational activities. Placement opportunities may include:

• Trading & Asset Optimisation
• Market Analysis & Energy Economics
• Advanced Analytics
• Risk Management
• Commercial Operations
• Weather & Forecasting

Alongside real business experience, you'll benefit from mentoring, structured development opportunities and support from experienced colleagues across Energy Markets.

Following successful completion of the programme, you'll have the opportunity to progress into a role within our Front Office or Middle Office teams, helping to optimise assets, manage risk, analyse markets and support commercial decision‑making across SSE's energy portfolio.

What we're looking for

You’ll have a minimum of a 2:2 honours degree in Business Analytics, Computer Science, Data Science, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, Meteorology or another relevant analytical discipline.

We're looking for graduates who are excited by the opportunity to develop commercial expertise while helping shape the future of energy. You’ll likely be someone who:

• Enjoys analysing information, solving complex problems and using data to support commercial decision‑making.
• Has a genuine interest in energy markets, trading, commercial operations, risk management or data‑driven insights.
• Is curious, adaptable and motivated to learn, develop new skills and explore new challenges in a fast‑paced environment.
• Works well with others, building positive relationships and bringing different perspectives together to achieve shared goals.
• Takes ownership, uses initiative and wants to make a meaningful contribution to SSE's commercial success from day one.

About SSE

We’re helping shape the future of electricity.

A role with SSE is an opportunity to build a rewarding career and help deliver the clean power and electricity infrastructure needed across the UK and Ireland.

We're investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure to 2030, including major renewable power projects and the networks needed to connect them. From powering homes and businesses to supporting the electrification of transport, our projects are helping shape the future electricity system

We’re accredited by the Living Wage Foundation and hold the Fair Tax Mark. We offer diverse career opportunities across the UK and Ireland, agile working and excellent benefits.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on gym memberships, discounted retail vouchers, high street shops, private healthcare, Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest‑free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

The closing date for applications is Sunday 1 November 2026.

SSE welcomes applications from all nationalities. Successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK before commencing employment. Sponsorship may be available for some roles, subject to UKVI requirements and approval; however, not all graduate roles are eligible for sponsorship.

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