Intraday Power Trader

Shell; Arkley; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global energy company is seeking a specialist in power trading in Arkley, UK. The successful candidate will actively engage in trading and analytics while managing risks and mentoring junior traders. Responsibilities include analyzing market trends, implementing risk strategies, and reporting trading activities. Applicants should have a degree related to finance or engineering and a proven track record in trading. The role offers a competitive salary, career growth opportunities, and flexible working conditions.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Paid parental leave

Training and development programs

Work-life balance

Competitive starting salary

Qualifications

• Proven track record for spec trading in short-term power markets.
• Strong quantitative skills with proficiency in trading platforms.
• Excellent decision-making abilities and effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Actively trade power and interconnector capacities in short-term markets.
• Utilize automated trading systems to respond to market changes.
• Analyze market trends and economic indicators affecting power markets.
• Implement risk management strategies to minimize financial exposure.
• Coordinate with other desks and operators to manage portfolio exposure.
• Produce detailed reports on trading activities and market conditions.
• Mentor junior traders to build a high-performing team.
• Partner with analysts to build advanced trading tools and models.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and Shell policies.

Skills

Spec trading in short-term power markets

Knowledge of UK and European energy markets

Quantitative skills

Communication skills

Decision-making under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Analytical trading platforms

Job description

Overview

Shell Trading integrates a worldwide trading network with an unsurpassed global portfolio in crude oil, refined products, natural gas, electrical power, and chemicals, with key locations in London, Houston, Calgary, Singapore, Dubai, Rotterdam, and Barbados. The UK Power Short Term Trading desk is part of the European Power trading organisation, supporting the commercial and operational management of SE‑EA's (Shell Energy Europe & Africa) power activities in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Actively trade power and interconnector capacities in the short‑term markets (day‑ahead, intra‑day, balancing), delivering material P&L.
• Utilize automated trading systems to respond to market changes instantly and improve algorithmic trading strategies.
• Analyze market trends, regulatory changes, grid stability, interconnector flows, and economic indicators affecting power and capacity markets across borders.
• Implement risk management strategies to minimise financial exposure, continually monitoring positions against market movements and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with other desks, functions and system operators to align strategies and manage the portfolio’s exposure.
• Produce detailed reports on trading activities, performance metrics, and market conditions; present findings and strategies to internal stakeholders.
• Mentor and develop junior traders, supporting their commercial growth and decision‑making to build a high‑performing team.
• Partner with quantitative analysts and developers to build advanced trading tools, models, and automation, translating insights into actionable commercial strategies.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and contractual obligations, including REMIT, the Grid Code, and Shell policies.

Qualifications

• Proven track record for spec trading in short‑term power markets.
• In‑depth knowledge of UK and European energy markets, key drivers, and trading regulations.
• Strong quantitative skills with proficiency in sophisticated trading and analytical platforms.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related field.
• Excellent decision‑making abilities and capability to perform under pressure in a fast‑paced environment.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, able to explain complex trading strategies clearly.
• Self‑starter, able to multi‑task, prioritise workload and contribute to team deliverables.

Benefits

• Progress as a person while working on the energy transition.
• Continuously grow transferable skills and advance your career.
• Work at the forefront of technology, trends, and practices.
• Collaborate with experienced colleagues with unique expertise.
• Achieve work–life balance in a values‑led culture encouraging personal growth.
• Benefit from flexible working hours and potential remote/mobile working.
• Competitive starting salary with annual performance‑related increases.
• Paid parental leave, including for non‑birthing parents.
• Work for an organisation committed to diversity and inclusion.
• Gain access to extensive training and development programmes.

Application Process

After you submit your application, you will receive an email from Shell providing a link to an online assessment (HireVue), mandatory for the process. Please check your spam/junk mailbox if you do not see the email. Once completed, your application will be reviewed to determine next steps. Thank you for your interest in Shell.