Power Originator / Trader

ManpowerGroup; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Health Savings Account

Health Flexible Spending Account

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Bank

Supplemental Life Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

Long Term Disability Insurance

Business Travel Insurance

401(k) Plus Match

Weekly Pay

Job summary

ManpowerGroup's EnergY client seeks a Power Originator / Trader to build and lead power trading and origination efforts in the ERCOT market from Austin, TX, with an eye toward London opportunities.

The role combines entrepreneurial execution with cross-functional collaboration, shaping trading processes, risk controls, and market-facing deals in a startup-like energy environment. Remote start with in-person collaboration within the first year.

Qualifications

• Deep familiarity with ERCOT and Texas power markets.
• Experience in power origination, commercial transactions, or environmental product trading.
• Proven ability to structure, negotiate, and market power or environmental deals.
• Experience working in a startup or build-stage energy environment.
• Strong communication skills and a builder mentality.

Responsibilities

• Build and develop power trading and origination strategies within the ERCOT market.
• Identify, structure, negotiate, and bring power deals and products to market.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop trading processes, controls, and operating procedures.
• Engage with counterparties and stakeholders to optimize transaction outcomes.
• Contribute to establishing risk management practices and reporting frameworks.

Skills

ERCOT market knowledge

Negotiation

Startup mindset

Job description

Our client, the energy industry, is seeking a Power Originator / Trader to join their team. As a Power Originator / Trader, you will be part of the power trading and origination department supporting the development of new trading capabilities. The ideal candidate will have strong market knowledge, entrepreneurial spirit, and a collaborative mindset which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Power Originator / Trader

Location: Austin, TX, with a related need in London. This role is remote during the initial phase, with in-person work expected within the first year.

What's the Job?

• Build and develop power trading and origination strategies within the ERCOT market.
• Identify, structure, negotiate, and bring power deals and products to market.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop trading processes, controls, and operating procedures.
• Engage with counterparties and stakeholders to optimize transaction outcomes.
• Contribute to establishing risk management practices and reporting frameworks.

What's Needed?

• Deep familiarity with ERCOT and Texas power markets, including direct market participation.
• Experience in power origination, commercial transactions, or environmental product trading.
• Proven ability to structure, negotiate, and market power or environmental deals.
• Experience working in a startup or build-stage energy environment with evolving systems and processes.
• Strong communication skills and a builder mentality, eager to develop new processes and frameworks.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to influence the development of a new power trading organization from the ground up.
• Work in a dynamic environment that values innovation and entrepreneurial spirit.
• Potential to grow your career as part of a pioneering team shaping the future of energy trading.
• Flexible work arrangements with initial remote work and in-person collaboration within the first year.
• Be part of a forward-thinking organization committed to building sustainable energy solutions.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis and Talent Solutions.

Experis® is a global leader in technology services and part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands. We connect skilled technology professionals with meaningful opportunities where they can grow their careers, expand their expertise and make a real impact. Guided by the belief that it takes Human Ingenuity to unlock the true potential of technology, Experis helps people gain experience with leading organizations, build sought-after skills and take the next step toward a brighter future. Backed by ManpowerGroup's 75+ years of workforce expertise and global reach across more than 70 countries and territories, Experis brings the scale, insight and opportunity to help people and businesses thrive. ManpowerGroup is consistently recognized for its commitment to inclusion, ethics and responsible business, including being named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies. Learn more at Experis.com.

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