Senior Power Trader

Selby Jennings; City Of London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in finance seeks an experienced trading professional in London. The role involves monitoring power markets, executing trades, and managing client flows while collaborating with traders and teams for optimizing performance. A degree in a relevant field and at least 5 years in trading are essential. Knowledge of Python and finance tools is preferred. This full-time position targets mid-senior level professionals aiming to impact trading operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in trading power curve or related activities.
• Proven track record of market engagement and commercial impact.
• Experience in quoting client flow or market making.
• Proficient in developing and managing mathematical models.
• Strong data analysis using Python, SQL and advanced Excel.
• Ability to develop and manage mathematical models for data-driven decisions.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and interpret power markets to identify trading opportunities.
• Execute trades and manage portfolio performance.
• Collaborate with traders, analysts, and risk managers to improve workflows.
• Quote and manage client flow promptly and efficiently.
• Collaborate with traders, analysts, risk and operations to optimise portfolios.
• Own VAR allocation and contribute to annual P&L targets.

Skills

Market analysis

Data analysis using Python

Client management

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or Engineering

Tools

Python

SQL

Advanced Excel

Job description

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Key responsibilities:

• Monitor and interpret curve power markets across key European markets to identify and act on trading opportunities
• Analyse price trends, market data and regulatory developments to provide input on trading strategies
• Execute trades across energy markets, monitor trade performance, and adjust positions in response to market dynamics
• Quote and manage client flow timely and efficiently
• Collaborate closely with senior traders, analysts, risk managers, and operations teams to optimise portfolio performance and improve trading workflows
• Take ownership of VAR allocation, managing risks and contribute meaningfully to achieving annual P&L targets

Job requirements:

• A degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years' experience trading power curve or supporting trading activities in the European power markets, with a proven track record of market engagement and commercial impact
• Experience in quoting client flow or market making
• Previous exposure on physical power market dynamics and PPAs
• Proficient in handling and analysing large datasets to support decision-making; working knowledge of Python, SQL, and advanced Excel preferred
• Proficient in developing, implementing and managing mathematical models to support data driven decision-making
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage operational aspects of trading accurately and efficiently
• Ability to identify issues, assess risks, and propose solutions in a structured manner

If you possess the skills and expertise to excel in this role, we would love to hear from you.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Finance and Other

Industries

• International Trade and Development