Energy Trader Analyst

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Performance-based bonuses

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Professional development opportunities

Vacation and personal leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Energy Trader Analyst in Rustenburg, North West. The role focuses on monitoring energy markets, building models, and supporting the trading desk with data-driven insights.

The ideal candidate has a quantitative background, 3+ years of related experience, and strong skills in Excel (VBA) and tools like R/Python. The position offers a challenging environment with exposure to South Africa’s energy sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering or related quantitative field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in financial analysis, market analysis, or energy trading support.
• Strong understanding of energy markets (electricity, gas) and commodity trading principles.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (VBA) and experience with R, Python or financial modeling tools.
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze real-time energy market data, including prices, supply, and demand fluctuations.
• Develop and maintain financial models to forecast market trends and identify trading opportunities.
• Analyze historical trading data to identify patterns, risks, and opportunities for optimization.
• Support the energy trading team with data analysis, reporting, and ad-hoc research.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly market reports for senior management.
• Assist in the development and refinement of trading strategies and algorithms.
• Collaborate with risk management teams to assess and monitor market exposure.
• Identify and evaluate potential new energy markets and trading instruments.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant market regulations and trading policies.
• Communicate analytical findings clearly and concisely to traders and other stakeholders in Rustenburg.
• Perform back-testing of trading strategies and models.
• Contribute to the development of market intelligence and competitive analysis.

Skills

Analytical skills

Quantitative background

Financial analysis

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Economics/Math/Stats/Engineering

Tools

Excel (VBA)

R

Python

Financial modeling tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and forward-thinking energy trading firm, is seeking a highly analytical and motivated Energy Trader Analyst to join their team. This position, based in the bustling economic hub of Rustenburg, North West , will play a crucial role in monitoring energy markets, analyzing trading data, and supporting the trading desk in making informed decisions. The ideal candidate will have a strong quantitative background, a keen interest in energy markets, and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. This is an exciting opportunity to be at the heart of energy market operations, contributing to strategic trading activities and gaining exposure to complex financial instruments within the South African energy sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze real-time energy market data, including prices, supply, and demand fluctuations.
• Develop and maintain financial models to forecast market trends and identify trading opportunities.
• Analyze historical trading data to identify patterns, risks, and opportunities for optimization.
• Support the energy trading team with data analysis, reporting, and ad-hoc research.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly market reports for senior management.
• Assist in the development and refinement of trading strategies and algorithms.
• Collaborate with risk management teams to assess and monitor market exposure.
• Identify and evaluate potential new energy markets and trading instruments.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant market regulations and trading policies.
• Communicate analytical findings clearly and concisely to traders and other stakeholders in Rustenburg .
• Perform back-testing of trading strategies and models.
• Contribute to the development of market intelligence and competitive analysis.

Requirements

• Requirements Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in financial analysis, market analysis, or energy trading support.
• Strong understanding of energy markets (electricity, gas) and commodity trading principles.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VBA, and experience with statistical software (e.g., R, Python) or financial modeling tools.
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a high-pressure environment.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex data effectively.
• Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• Understanding of risk management principles in financial markets.
• Familiarity with energy market regulations in South Africa is advantageous.
• Based in or willing to relocate to the North West province.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary package, structured bonuses tied to performance, and comprehensive health insurance benefits.
• Employees have access to a generous retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities for professional development, including advanced training in financial modeling and energy market dynamics, are provided.
• The work environment is dynamic, challenging, and rewards initiative.
• This role provides excellent exposure to the intricacies of energy trading within the vibrant Rustenburg economy.
• Paid vacation and personal leave are standard.