Executive Power Trading Lead - Strategy, Risk & P&L

talisman; New York (NY); On-site; USD 350,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

Paid paternity leave

Paid maternity leave

Job summary

A well-capitalized trading firm in New York is seeking a Head of Power Trading to lead their speculative trading desk. This role involves full ownership of strategy, risk, and P&L across North American power markets. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of strong P&L generation, expertise in power trading, and strong leadership abilities. The firm offers competitive benefits including medical insurance and 401(k). This is an executive-level position requiring an entrepreneurial approach.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of strong P&L generation in North American power markets.
• Expertise in physical, term, and virtual power trading.
• Deep understanding of fundamentals, congestion, and ISO market dynamics.
• Strong leadership and mentoring ability with a commercial mindset.
• Entrepreneurial approach suited to a fast-moving, speculative environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and scale the power trading desk with a focus on speculative trading.
• Develop, implement, and refine trading strategies across ISO markets.
• Manage a team of traders and analysts, ensuring disciplined risk management.
• Identify new market opportunities and optimize positions.
• Partner with senior leadership on capital allocation and growth initiatives.

Skills

P&L generation

Physical power trading

Term trading

Leadership

Commercial mindset

Job description

A well-capitalized trading firm in New York is seeking a Head of Power Trading to lead their speculative trading desk. This role involves full ownership of strategy, risk, and P&L across North American power markets. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of strong P&L generation, expertise in power trading, and strong leadership abilities. The firm offers competitive benefits including medical insurance and 401(k). This is an executive-level position requiring an entrepreneurial approach.