Energy Trader

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Bonuses

Medical, dental, retirement benefits

Cutting-edge trading technology

Career growth potential

Job summary

Placements24, based in East London, seeks an Energy Trader to join the trading desk. You will execute trades across electricity and gas, manage risk, and optimize portfolios for profitability.

The role offers a hybrid work model with access to cutting-edge trading technology. The ideal candidate has 3+ years in energy/commodity trading, strong analytical skills, and proficiency with trading platforms and market data tools.

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.
• Proficiency in trading platforms and market data analysis tools.

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 skills

Risk management

Decision under pressure

Trading platforms

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or related quantitative field

Tools

Trading platforms

Market data analysis 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.