Lead Power Trader: ISO Markets, Strategy & Growth

talisman; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Talisman in Houston seeks a Power Trader to lead a high-performing desk focused on short-term and term trading across PJM, MISO, ERCOT, CAISO, and NYISO. You will manage traders, refine strategies, and drive strong P&L in North American power markets.

You will mentor analysts, partner with senior leadership on capital allocation and technology, and leverage data to optimize positions while advancing market opportunities. This is a high-impact, leadership-heavy role in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of P&L generation in North American power markets.
• Expertise in physical, term, and virtual power trading.
• Strong leadership and mentoring with a commercial mindset.
• Experience with ISO market dynamics and risk controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead and scale the power trading desk with a focus on short-term and term trading.
• Develop, implement, and refine trading strategies across ISO markets (PJM, MISO, ERCOT, CAISO, NYISO).
• Manage a team of traders and analysts, ensuring disciplined risk management and strong commercial performance.
• Identify new market opportunities, optimize positions, and drive innovation in trading models and data usage.
• Partner with senior leadership on capital allocation, technology, and growth initiatives.
• 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.

Skills

Power trading

ISO markets

P/L management

Leadership

Strategy development

Risk management

Job description

Talisman in Houston seeks a Power Trader to lead a high-performing desk focused on short-term and term trading across PJM, MISO, ERCOT, CAISO, and NYISO. You will manage traders, refine strategies, and drive strong P&L in North American power markets.

You will mentor analysts, partner with senior leadership on capital allocation and technology, and leverage data to optimize positions while advancing market opportunities. This is a high-impact, leadership-heavy role in a fast-paced environment.