Energy Trader — Hybrid Role in Dynamic Markets

Placements24; Kempton Park; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Performance bonus

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Placements24 is hiring an Energy Trader to join our Gauteng trading desk in a hybrid work setup. The role focuses on executing trades in electricity, natural gas, and derivatives while maximizing profitability and controlling risk.

You will collaborate with risk and portfolio managers, analyze market data, and implement trading strategies in a fast-paced environment with a strong emphasis on integrity and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or related field.
• Master's degree or MBA is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Execute trades for energy commodities and financial instruments across markets.
• Monitor market trends, news, and geopolitical events affecting prices.
• Analyze market data to identify trading opportunities.
• Develop and implement short- and medium-term trading strategies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Risk management

Quantitative analysis

Communication skills

Hybrid work

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA / Master’s preferred

Tools

Excel

Python

Bloomberg Terminal

Financial modeling

Job description

Placements24 is hiring an Energy Trader to join our Gauteng trading desk in a hybrid work setup. The role focuses on executing trades in electricity, natural gas, and derivatives while maximizing profitability and controlling risk.

You will collaborate with risk and portfolio managers, analyze market data, and implement trading strategies in a fast-paced environment with a strong emphasis on integrity and compliance.