Energy Trading & Portfolio Manager

Sol Recruitment Ltd; Leicester Forest East; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy consultancy is seeking an experienced Energy Trading & Portfolio Manager to strategically manage trades and engage with clients. The candidate should have at least 5 years of relevant experience and a strong understanding of financial and commodity markets. This remote role offers a competitive salary between £70,000 - £85,000.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in pricing, risk management, and trading portfolio methods.
• Strong understanding of financial and commodity markets.
• Excellent communication skills for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Buy and sell electricity and gas on behalf of flexibly traded clients.
• Design and implement trading strategies.
• Support field sales and client meetings.

Skills

Pricing and risk management

Trade execution

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Tools

ETRM systems

Job description

Overview

Energy Trading & Portfolio Manager — Remote position — £70,000 - £85,000

Our client, a leading and fast-growing energy consultancy, is seeking an Energy Trading & Portfolio Manager to join their Pricing and Risk Management team. The business delivers integrated energy management services, including procurement, energy audits, compliance, data analytics, and bureau services, to I&C energy users across the UK, with ambitious plans to expand into European markets.

Responsibilities

• Trading & Hedging: Buy and sell electricity and gas on behalf of flexibly traded clients to secure optimal pricing.
• Portfolio Strategy: Design and implement trading strategies aligned with the company\'s risk management framework.
• Client Engagement: Act as the lead contact for flexible trading in sales processes, supporting field sales and attending client meetings.
• Account Management Support: Provide trading insights, cost reporting, budget forecasts, and performance analysis.
• Tool Development: Support the evolution of trading and reporting systems to improve client service.
• Training: Deliver training to colleagues on commodity markets and trading practices.

Candidate requirements

• Minimum 5 years' experience in pricing, risk management, and trading portfolio methods (supplier and/or consultancy).
• Strong understanding of financial markets; commodity market knowledge highly desirable.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain trading decisions to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Commercially astute, decisive, and confident making decisions under pressure.
• Highly numerate with advanced Excel skills; experience with ETRM systems preferred.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a commercially minded and ambitious professional to join a company that values innovation, client success, and the growth of its people.