Energy Trader

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Hybrid work

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Trading technology

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a sharp, analytical Energy Trader to join the trading desk in East London. You will execute trades across electricity, gas, and other energy markets, manage risk, and optimize portfolios to hit profitability targets.

This high-impact role requires strong knowledge of energy markets, risk management, and decisive decision-making in a fast-paced environment. Hybrid work is offered with a blend of office and remote work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics or related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in energy trading, commodity trading, or financial markets.
• Proven understanding of energy markets (power, gas, renewables) and their drivers.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent decision-making abilities under pressure and a high tolerance for risk.

Responsibilities

• Execute buy and sell orders for electricity, natural gas, and other energy commodities in physical and financial markets.
• Monitor market conditions, news, and price movements to identify trading opportunities.
• Develop and implement trading strategies to optimize portfolio performance and manage risk exposure.
• Analyze market data and forecasts to inform trading decisions and hedging strategies.
• Collaborate with risk management, operations, and analysis teams to ensure effective portfolio management.
• Ensure compliance with all trading regulations and internal policies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Quantitative skills

Risk tolerance

Decision making under pressure

Market data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics

Tools

Trading platforms

Market data tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a sharp, analytical, and motivated Energy Trader to join their trading desk in East London . This fast-paced role is responsible for executing trades in various energy markets, managing risk, and optimizing portfolios to achieve profitability targets. You will play a key role in managing the company's energy assets and ensuring competitive pricing. This is a high-impact position for an individual with a strong understanding of energy markets, risk management, and a proven ability to make timely, informed decisions in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute buy and sell orders for electricity, natural gas, and other energy commodities in physical and financial markets.
• Monitor market conditions, news, and price movements to identify trading opportunities.
• Develop and implement trading strategies to optimize portfolio performance and manage risk exposure.
• Analyze market data and forecasts to inform trading decisions and hedging strategies.
• Collaborate with risk management, operations, and analysis teams to ensure effective portfolio management.
• Ensure compliance with all trading regulations and internal policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in energy trading, commodity trading, or financial markets.
• Proven understanding of energy markets (power, gas, renewables) and their drivers.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent decision-making abilities under pressure and a high tolerance for risk.
• Proficiency in trading platforms and market data analysis tools.

Benefits

• Highly competitive base salary and significant performance-based bonuses.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering a blend of office and remote work.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and retirement benefits.
• Access to cutting-edge trading technology and market intelligence.
• Dynamic and challenging work environment with significant career growth potential.