Senior Executive, Power Portfolio & Strategy

Sembcorp Industries Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sembcorp is seeking a driven analyst to join the Power Portfolio & Strategy team in Singapore. You will support commercial decision-making, portfolio optimisation and cross‑commodity analyses across thermal generation, renewables, gas and retail portfolios.

The role offers exposure to both physical and financial energy markets and cross‑commodity optimisation. The position focuses on pricing, hedging, commercial structuring and market analysis to maximise portfolio performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, Energy Management or related field.
• Up to 3 years of relevant professional experience; fresh graduates welcome.
• Experience or exposure in energy, utilities, commodities, trading support, portfolio management or related fields is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support integrated portfolio management and optimisation across thermal, renewables, battery, gas and retail portfolios.
• Analyse portfolio exposures, pricing structures and cross‑commodity opportunities across physical assets and derivatives.
• Conduct pricing, sensitivity and scenario analyses, and maintain valuation models and tools.
• Support hedging, portfolio risk management with respect to energy, fuel, emissions and FX exposures.
• Prepare pricing models, deal summaries and management papers; coordinate due diligence and approvals.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Excel

Financial modelling

Power BI

Cross-functional

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/Economics/Engineering/Energy Management

Tools

ETRM

SQL

Python

VBA

Job description

About Sembcorp

Sembcorp is a leading energy and urban solutions provider headquartered in Singapore. Led by its purpose to drive energy transition, Sembcorp delivers sustainable energy solutions and urban developments by leveraging its sector expertise and global track record.

Join us in shaping a sustainable energy future

Drive Asia’s energy transition with us! Our Gas & Related Services segment is a key growth engine, delivering reliable and efficient energy to industries and communities across multiple countries. We support Asia’s growing energy needs while advancing the shift to a lower‑carbon future.

Purpose and Scope

We are looking for a driven and analytical individual to join the Power Portfolio & Strategy team. The successful candidate will support commercial decision‑making and value creation across Sembcorp's integrated power portfolio, spanning thermal generation, renewable energy, battery storage, retail supply and commodity exposures.

The role focuses on portfolio optimisation, pricing, hedging, commercial structuring and market analysis to maximise portfolio performance and support business growth. The successful candidate will gain exposure to physical and financial energy markets and participate in cross‑commodity optimisation across both physical positions and paper derivatives.

The role offers a unique opportunity to develop commercial acumen across the energy value chain, including generation, retail, renewables, commodity markets, portfolio risk management and structured commercial transactions.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

1. Portfolio Strategy, Pricing & Optimisation

• Support integrated portfolio management and optimisation across thermal generation, renewables, battery, gas and retail portfolios.
• Analyse portfolio exposures, pricing structures and cross‑commodity opportunities across physical assets, contracts and financial derivatives.
• Conduct pricing, sensitivity and scenario analyses, and maintain valuation models and commercial evaluation tools.

2. Hedging & Portfolio Risk Management

• Support the execution and monitoring of hedging strategies across power, fuel, emissions, foreign exchange and other commodity exposures.
• Analyse hedge positions, market exposures and portfolio impacts to protect margins, stabilise earnings and improve portfolio performance.
• Support portfolio valuation and optimisation within approved risk limits and internal policies.

3. Commercial Structuring & Deal Support

• Support the structuring and evaluation of PPAs, gas supply agreements, REC transactions, green energy contracts and other commercial arrangements.
• Prepare pricing models, sensitivity analyses, commercial evaluations, deal summaries and management papers.
• Coordinate due diligence, stakeholder inputs, internal approvals and transaction documentation.

4. Market Intelligence & Commercial Analysis

• Monitor energy and commodity market fundamentals, supply‑demand dynamics, pricing trends and key market indicators.
• Conduct competitor, fundamental and technical analyses to identify commercial opportunities and emerging trends.
• Develop market views and actionable insights to support pricing, hedging, portfolio and strategic decisions.

5. Data, Systems & Decision Support

• Maintain and enhance analytical tools and dashboards using Excel, Power BI, ETRM and other approved digital solutions.
• Analyse large datasets and ensure data quality and consistency across pricing, valuation and commercial evaluations.
• Prepare concise management materials and leverage data analytics and approved AI tools to improve insights and decision support.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, Energy Management or a related discipline.
• Up to 3 years of relevant professional experience. Candidates with no experience are welcome to apply.
• Experience or exposure in energy, utilities, commodities, trading support, portfolio management, commercial analysis or related fields is advantageous.

Skills, Competencies & Preferred Characteristics

• Strong analytical, numerical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to evaluate market dynamics, commercial opportunities and portfolio impacts.
• Strong commercial aptitude and interest in portfolio management, pricing, hedging, deal structuring and commodity markets.
• Strong proficiency in Excel, with the ability to build financial models and analyse large datasets; exposure to Power BI, ETRM, SQL, Python, VBA or other analytical tools is advantageous.
• Ability to interpret complex market, portfolio and commercial information and translate analysis into clear, actionable business insights.
• Strong written, verbal and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate commercial analysis clearly to management and cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Commercially minded, intellectually curious and adaptable, with the ability to learn quickly and work effectively in a dynamic, market‑driven environment.
• Self‑motivated, resourceful and accountable, with the ability to work independently and collaborate effectively across teams.
• Digital and AI literacy, with the ability to use approved generative AI, data analytics and visualisation tools responsibly while exercising commercial judgement and complying with validation, confidentiality and data governance requirements.
• Knowledge of power markets, commodity markets, hedging instruments or energy products is advantageous.

Our Culture at Sembcorp

At Sembcorp, our culture is shaped by a strong set of shared behaviours that guide the way we work and uphold our commitment to driving the energy transition.

We foster an institution‑first mindset, where the success of Sembcorp takes precedence over individual interests. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do, as we work seamlessly across markets, businesses, and functions to achieve our goals together. Accountability is a core principle, ensuring that we take ownership of our commitments and deliver on them with integrity and excellence. These values define who we are and create a workplace where our people can thrive while making a meaningful impact on driving energy transition.

Join us in making a real impact!