Energy Trader - Commodities

Placements24; Willows (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement plan

State-of-the-art trading tech

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an energetic Energy Trader for a remote trading desk, handling crude oil, natural gas, electricity, and derivatives to maximize profits and control risk in a fast-paced market.

You will analyze market data, execute strategies, monitor positions, and report to risk management. A 3–5 year track record in energy trading plus a finance-related degree is required; MBA is a plus. This is a full‑time remote role with strong compensation and career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in energy commodity trading or related financial markets.
• Strong understanding of energy markets, pricing mechanisms, and derivatives.
• Proficiency with trading platforms and data analysis tools.
• MBA or advanced degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Execute trading strategies for energy commodities in line with objectives and risk limits.
• Monitor market trends, news, and geopolitical events affecting prices.
• Analyze market data and develop profitable strategies based on fundamental and technical analysis.
• Manage trading positions, monitor risk exposure, and hedge as necessary.
• Communicate with risk management, research, and operations teams.
• Maintain accurate trading records and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Quantitative skills

Analytical abilities

Decision-making

Trading platforms

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Economics/Mathematics

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a sharp and results-oriented Energy Trader specializing in Commodities to join their remote trading desk. Based out of Welkom , you will be responsible for executing trading strategies across various energy commodities, including natural gas, oil, and power, aiming to maximize profits and manage risk effectively. This role requires a deep understanding of market dynamics, sophisticated analytical skills, and the ability to make rapid, informed decisions in a highly competitive and fast-paced environment. You will play a crucial part in the company's trading success, leveraging real-time market data and advanced trading platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute trading strategies for energy commodities (e.g., crude oil, natural gas, electricity) in accordance with company objectives and risk limits.
• Monitor market trends, news, and geopolitical events that may impact commodity prices and trading decisions.
• Analyze market data, identify trading opportunities, and develop profitable strategies based on fundamental and technical analysis.
• Manage trading positions, monitor risk exposure, and implement hedging strategies as necessary.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams, including risk management, research, and operations.
• Maintain accurate trading records and ensure compliance with all relevant trading regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in energy commodity trading or a related financial markets role.
• Proven track record of successful trading performance and risk management.
• Strong understanding of energy markets, pricing mechanisms, and derivative instruments.
• Excellent quantitative skills, analytical abilities, and decision-making capabilities under pressure.
• Proficiency with trading platforms and data analysis tools; experience in a remote trading environment is beneficial.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and a lucrative bonus structure based on trading performance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company matching.
• Access to state-of-the-art trading technology and market data.
• Dynamic and intellectually stimulating work environment focused on high performance.