Quantitative Analyst – Power Markets & Asset Optimisation

The Green Recruitment Company; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading European Independent Power Producer is seeking a Quantitative Analyst for their expanding solar PV and battery storage portfolio in Sunderland. This role includes revenue forecasting, contract analysis, and the design of trading strategies, ensuring the profitability of renewable energy assets across various markets.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years’ experience in power markets, trading, or asset modelling.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Python.
• Understanding of European power markets and economics.

Responsibilities

• Develop market models to forecast revenues for PV and BESS assets.
• Review and analyze off-take and optimization agreements.
• Design hedging strategies to enhance asset returns.

Skills

Analytical skills

Programming (Python)

Financial analysis

Risk management

Education

Degree in a quantitative field

Tools

Excel

Power BI

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Quantitative Analyst – Power Markets & Asset Optimisation, Sunderland

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Client:

The Green Recruitment Company

Location:

Sunderland, United Kingdom

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Other

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Yes

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Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

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Job Description:

Our client, a leading European Independent Power Producer (IPP), is seeking a Quantitative Analyst to support the optimization and revenue forecasting of its growing portfolio of solar PV and battery storage (BESS) assets. This role combines power market modelling, contract analysis, and commercial strategy to help maximize asset profitability across multiple markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Revenue Forecasting: Develop and maintain market models to forecast asset revenues for PV and BESS projects across European power markets.
• Contract Analysis: Review offtake and battery optimization agreements, supporting negotiations by quantifying the financial impact of contractual terms.
• Trading & Hedging Strategies: Design and manage short- and long-term hedging strategies to enhance asset returns, including associated risk management tools.
• Cashflow & Risk Management: Develop cashflow tools to monitor performance and support financial planning at both asset and portfolio levels.

Qualifications

• Degree in a quantitative field (e.g., Mathematics, Engineering, Finance, Economics).
• 3–6 years’ experience in power markets, trading, or asset modelling.
• Strong analytical and programming skills (Python, Excel, Power BI, etc.).
• Understanding of European power markets and renewable asset economics.
• Experience with PPAs, battery optimization, or trading strategies is a plus.