Energy Trader - Commodities

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Health and wellness programs

Career development opportunities

Global market exposure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an energetic Energy Trader to join its Richards Bay trading desk. The role focuses on executing trades across oil, gas, and power markets, analyzing opportunities, and managing risk to maximize profitability.

You will monitor market developments, develop trading strategies, and collaborate with risk, operations, and research teams in a fast-paced environment. A Bachelor's degree and 3–5 years in energy trading are required, with strong quantitative and decision-making

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
• Proven experience (3-5 years) in energy commodity trading or a similar financial trading role.
• Strong understanding of energy markets, trading platforms, and risk management principles.
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to make quick, decisive actions under pressure and in volatile market conditions.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing profitable trading strategies.

Responsibilities

• Execute trades for various energy commodities (oil, gas, power, coal) across different markets and exchanges.
• Conduct in-depth market research and analysis to identify trading opportunities and risks.
• Develop and implement innovative trading strategies to maximize profit and minimize risk exposure.
• Monitor market movements, news, and geopolitical events impacting energy prices.
• Manage portfolio risk, ensuring adherence to trading limits and risk management policies.
• Collaborate with risk management, operations, and research teams to ensure seamless trading operations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Quantitative skills

Decision making

Trading experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Economics/Mathematics

Tools

Trading platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly analytical and motivated Energy Trader with expertise in commodities to join their trading desk in Richards Bay . This dynamic role involves managing and executing trades in various energy markets, including crude oil, natural gas, and power, to optimize profitability and manage risk exposure. You will be responsible for market analysis, developing trading strategies, and making swift, informed decisions in fast-paced trading environments. This is an exceptional opportunity for a skilled trader to contribute to a leading energy company, leveraging market insights to drive financial performance within a global commodities trading landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute trades for various energy commodities (oil, gas, power, coal) across different markets and exchanges.
• Conduct in-depth market research and analysis to identify trading opportunities and risks.
• Develop and implement innovative trading strategies to maximize profit and minimize risk exposure.
• Monitor market movements, news, and geopolitical events impacting energy prices.
• Manage portfolio risk, ensuring adherence to trading limits and risk management policies.
• Collaborate with risk management, operations, and research teams to ensure seamless trading operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
• Proven experience (3-5 years) in energy commodity trading or a similar financial trading role.
• Strong understanding of energy markets, trading platforms, and risk management principles.
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to make quick, decisive actions under pressure and in volatile market conditions.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing profitable trading strategies.

Benefits

• Highly competitive base salary plus significant performance-based bonuses.
• Exposure to global energy markets and complex trading strategies.
• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development within the trading division.
• Dynamic and high-energy work environment focused on market performance.