Head of Power Trading, APAC

talisman; Singapore; On-site; SGD 360,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

talisman is seeking an Head of Power Trading to lead and expand its APAC power trading business with a focus on the Japanese and Australian electricity markets. The role requires strategic oversight of trading activities across Japan’s JEPX and Australia’s NEM, with responsibility for P&L, risk, and desk performance.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate a proven track record in profitable power trading in Japan and/or Australia, deep market structure knowledge, and experience building or leading

Qualifications

• Industry-experienced power trader with a proven track record.
• Strong understanding of APAC electricity markets and regulatory environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and expand APAC power trading across Japan (JEPX) and Australia (NEM).
• Own trading P&L, risk management, and desk performance.
• Identify opportunities across spot, forward, and derivatives markets.
• Build and scale a high-performing team of traders and analysts.
• Leverage market fundamentals and quantitative analytics to generate returns.

Skills

Power trading

Strategy development

P&L ownership

Risk management

Team leadership

Quantitative analytics

Market fundamentals

Derivative markets

Job description

Our client is a well-capitalized trading firm seeking an experienced Head of Power Trading to lead and expand its APAC power trading business, with a focus on the Japanese and Australian electricity markets.

Head of Power Trading, responsibilities

• Lead and develop power trading strategies across Japan (JEPX) and Australia (NEM).
• Own trading P&L, risk management, and overall desk performance.
• Identify and capitalize on trading opportunities across spot, forward, and derivative markets.
• Build, manage, and scale a high-performing team of traders and analysts.
• Leverage market fundamentals, quantitative analytics, and proprietary strategies to generate consistent returns.

Head of Power Trading, experience

• Proven track record of profitable power trading in Japan and/or Australia.
• Strong understanding of JEPX or NEM market structures, products, and regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage significant risk and deliver consistent P&L.
• Experience building or leading trading teams, desks, or businesses.