Trading Credit Analyst

SmartestEnergy; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy trading company in the City of London is seeking a Credit Risk Analyst to manage counterparty credit risk across various energy market participants. The role requires evaluating company accounts, negotiating credit clauses for trading agreements, and engaging with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a background in commodities or renewable energy and possess strong analytical skills. This position supports flexible working arrangements and emphasizes a diverse and inclusive culture.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Global impact opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience as a Credit Risk Analyst with a focus on energy trading.
• Background in Power, Gas, Commodities, or Renewables.
• Strong financial analysis abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage counterparty credit risk across diverse energy market participants.
• Monitor credit exposures and manage collateral and margining.
• Engage with counterparties to resolve issues and protect the firm's position.

Skills

Credit Risk Analysis

Negotiating credit clauses

Market Risk knowledge

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Teamworking skills

Job description

Play a key role at the heart of energy trading and risk management. In this role, you will be responsible for assessing and managing counterparty credit risk across a diverse portfolio of UK, European, and global energy market participants. You will combine financial analysis with commercial insight, working closely with Legal and Origination teams to shape and negotiate credit provisions within high-value trading agreements, including EFET, GTMA, PPAs, and emissions and renewable certificates contracts. Your work will directly support safe growth, informed decision‑making, and effective risk control across the business.

Beyond analysis, this role offers real exposure to the dynamics of energy markets and senior stakeholders. You will actively monitor credit exposures, manage collateral and margining, and engage directly with counterparties to resolve issues and protect the firm’s position. From stress testing and reporting to supporting legal processes and optimizing funding, you will have the opportunity to influence outcomes, build strong relationships, and develop deep expertise across commodities, counterparties, and products. If you thrive in a fast‑paced, analytical environment and want to make a visible impact in the energy sector, this role offers both challenge and development.

What skills/experience do I need to be successful?

• Experience as a Credit Risk Analyst analysing company accounts and negotiating credit clauses on trading agreements;
• Power/Gas/Commodities and/or Renewable industry background required;
• Strong accounting, Market Risk knowledge or knowledge in Finance, Business or Risk;
• Motivated candidate with a very good eye for details. Excellent analytical, numerical, problem‑solving and teamworking skills.

What sets us apart?

• Global Impact: With offices in the UK, US, and Australia, and plans for further expansion, you’ll be part of a dynamic, globally‑minded team, with opportunities to explore new markets and make a difference on a global scale.
• Flexible Working: Embrace the freedom to work from anywhere in the world for up to 30 days a year. We prioritize work‑life balance, recognizing that your well‑being matters. Find out more here.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate our diverse culture and value individuals irrespective of background, disability, religion, gender identity, sexuality, or ethnicity. Join a team where diversity is not just welcomed but celebrated as a key driver of growth and innovation.

What does hybrid working mean to us?

Hybrid working typically means 2 days in the office location listed on this advert and 3 days working at home each week. Some occasional travel to our other offices may be required.

What happens next?

Once we receive your application, it will be reviewed by a human – no bots here! The average process typically takes around 2-3 weeks, with 2 stages of video interviews using Teams. However, this can vary depending on the role. We may invite you for a face‑to‑face meeting or require only 1 video interview. If you have any questions or need support, our Recruitment Team is here to assist you.

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