Energy Trading Analyst

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive bonus

Hybrid work model

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Advanced trading tech

Team culture

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Energy Trading Analyst in Randburg for a hybrid role combining market analysis with execution support. You will analyze market data, build quantitative models, and identify opportunities across electricity, gas and other energy markets.

Ideal candidates have 2–4 years in energy trading or quantitative roles, with proficiency in Python, R and SQL, and strong communication and teamwork abilities. Hybrid work and performance-based bonuses are offered.

Qualifications

• Degree in a quantitative field with strong academic record.
• 2–4 years of energy trading or related quantitative experience.
• Proficiency in Python, R, SQL for data analysis and modelling.
• Solid understanding of energy markets and derivatives.

Responsibilities

• Monitor real-time market data and events affecting energy prices.
• Develop quantitative models for price forecasting and risk assessment.
• Identify trading opportunities across electricity, gas, and other energy markets.
• Support day-to-day trading strategies and decision making.
• Perform post-trade analysis and refine trading models.
• Collaborate with risk management to ensure compliance with limits.

Skills

Energy trading

Quantitative analysis

Python

R

SQL

Decision making

Communication

Education

Finance/Economics/Math/Stats degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Python

R

SQL

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly analytical and motivated Energy Trading Analyst to join their dynamic trading desk in Randburg . This hybrid role requires a keen understanding of energy markets, a strong aptitude for quantitative analysis, and the ability to make quick, informed decisions. You will be responsible for analyzing market data, identifying trading opportunities, and supporting the execution of trading strategies across various energy commodities. The role offers a blend of remote work flexibility and essential in-office collaboration with traders and risk managers. This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity to contribute directly to the financial success of the company in the fast-paced energy trading environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze real-time market data, news, and events affecting energy prices.
• Develop and utilize quantitative models for price forecasting and risk assessment.
• Identify and capitalize on trading opportunities in electricity, gas, and other energy markets.
• Support the trading team in executing day-to-day trading strategies.
• Perform post-trade analysis and contribute to the refinement of trading models.
• Collaborate with risk management to ensure compliance with trading limits and policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
• 2-4 years of experience in energy trading, analysis, or a similar quantitative role.
• Strong proficiency in statistical software and programming languages (e.g., Python, R, SQL).
• Deep understanding of energy market structures, derivatives, and trading mechanisms.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills under pressure.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with significant bonus potential based on trading performance.
• Hybrid work model providing a flexible and collaborative work environment.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Access to advanced trading technologies and data platforms.
• Stimulating and performance-driven team culture.