Pricing & Risk Analyst

Firmus Energy; Newtownabbey; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working after training

Private Medical Cover

Enhanced pension plan

Life assurance

Group income protection

Enhanced maternity benefits

Recognition programs

Long service awards

Dedicated development opportunities

Training and upskilling support

Up to 15% performance bonus

Job summary

firmus energy in Northern Ireland is seeking a Pricing & Risk Analyst to support pricing, risk management, forecasting and reporting across gas and electricity portfolios. The role blends energy market analysis with commercial reporting and BI to inform decision-making.

You will collaborate with Sales, Finance and Operations, develop models in Excel and Power BI, and translate complex analysis into clear commercial recommendations.

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Data Analytics or related field.
• Minimum 2 years’ analytical, reporting, finance or energy-related experience.
• Strong Excel, Power BI and data modelling skills.
• Ability to translate complex analysis into commercial insights.

Responsibilities

• Support pricing, forecasting and risk management across gas and electricity portfolios.
• Develop pricing, demand forecasting and commercial models to aid decisions.
• Monitor wholesale energy markets and provide trend, risk and opportunity analyses.
• Assist with energy purchasing, trade-book management and hedging strategies.
• Prepare pricing proposals, customer quotations and tender submissions.
• Produce management information and business insights for stakeholders.

Skills

Power BI

SQL

Advanced Excel

Data analytics

Financial modelling

Pricing & risk

Education

Numerate/Analytical degree

Tools

SQL

Power Query

Excel

Job description

Building on our success as the largest gas supplier by consumption, firmus energy is now expanding its impact by bringing innovation, reliability, and customer-focused energy solutions to gas and electricity. We’re looking for passionate individuals to join us at the forefront of this change. As part of our team, you’ll help shape the future of energy in Northern Ireland, supported by excellent remuneration, benefits and development opportunities in a dynamic and purpose-driven environment.

Role Overview

The Pricing & Risk Analyst will play a key role in supporting firmus energy's pricing, risk management, forecasting and reporting activities.

This is a diverse analytical role that combines energy market analysis, wholesale purchasing support, commercial reporting, financial analysis and business intelligence. The successful candidate will work closely with stakeholders across Sales, Finance, Billing, Customer Operations and Senior Management to provide insight that supports strategic and operational decision-making.

The role offers an excellent opportunity to develop expertise in energy markets, pricing strategy, risk management, financial analysis and reporting within a fast-paced and evolving sector.

Role Responsibilities

• Support firmus energy's pricing, forecasting and risk management activities across gas and electricity portfolios
• Maintain and develop pricing, demand forecasting and commercial models to support business decision-making
• Monitor wholesale energy markets and provide analysis on market trends, risks and commercial opportunities
• Assist with energy purchasing, trade-book management and the implementation of approved hedging strategies
• Prepare pricing proposals, customer quotations and tender submissions in line with commercial objectives
• Produce and develop management information, performance reporting and business insights for stakeholders across the organisation
• Undertake margin, variance, scenario and sensitivity analysis to support pricing and commercial decisions
• Analyse large and complex datasets to identify trends, improve performance and support commercial decision-making
• Collaborate with Finance, Sales and Operational teams to improve reporting, data quality and business processes
• Keep up to date with relevant market, regulatory and industry developments and support continuous improvement initiatives

A degree in a numerate or analytical discipline such as Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Data Analytics, or a related subject

Or

Minimum 2 years’ experience within an analytical, reporting, finance, commercial or energy-related role

In addition, candidates should possess:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience producing reports, analysis and management information
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to translate complex analysis into clear commercial insights and evidence-based recommendations
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• A commercial mindset and proactive approach to problem solving
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience using Power BI to develop dashboards and management reporting
• Experience within energy, utilities, commodity trading or regulated industries
• Knowledge of natural gas and electricity markets
• Experience in financial modelling, budgeting or forecasting
• Experience in pricing, risk management or hedging activities
• Experience using SQL, Power Query or other data transformation and analysis tools to work with large datasets
• Enhanced annual leave
• Up to 15% performance bonus
• Hybrid working after training
• Private Medical Cover
• Enhanced pension plan
• Life assurance
• Group income protection
• Enhanced maternity benefits
• Recognition programs
• Long service awards
• Dedicated development opportunities
• Training and upskilling support

Onsite Facilities

• Free on-site parking
• Electric car charging points
• New modern office space
• High tech work stations

firmus energy(supply) is Northern Ireland’s leadingnatural gas provider. Since our establishment in 2005, we have grown to serve over 113,000 residential and commercial customers. Our mission is to deliver safe, sustainable, and cost-effective energy solutions while prioritising customer satisfaction and innovation.

The application deadline for this role is September 20, 2026