Lead Energy Trading Strategist

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 invites applications for a Lead Energy Trading Strategist role based in East London, South Africa. The position focuses on developing and executing sophisticated trading strategies across energy commodities to maximize profitability and manage market risk.

You will leverage quantitative analysis, market insights, and advanced modeling to identify opportunities and guide trading decisions. This is a high-impact, hybrid role designed for a strategic thinker with a proven trading track

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
• 7+ years of energy trading, quantitative analysis, or strategy development experience.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing trading strategies in volatile markets.
• Expertise in quantitative modeling, statistical analysis, and financial risk management.
• Deep understanding of energy commodities, drivers, and trading instruments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine quantitative trading strategies for energy commodities (power, gas, oil, renewables).
• Conduct in-depth market analysis including fundamentals, macro factors, and geopolitics.
• Use statistical models to forecast prices and identify opportunities.
• Manage trading positions with adherence to risk policies and limits.
• Collaborate with risk, operations, and research to align strategies with company objectives.
• Monitor market developments and adapt strategies to changing conditions.
• Prepare reports on trading performance and market outlook.
• Mentor junior traders and analysts.
• Ensure compliance with trading regulations and ethics.

Skills

Quantitative modeling

Statistical analysis

Risk management

Energy markets knowledge

Decision making

Excellent communication

Education

Master's or PhD in Finance/Economics/Math/Statistics/Engineering

Tools

Trading platforms

Data analysis tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent firm within the energy market , is seeking an exceptional Lead Energy Trading Strategist to join their innovative team. This role will be instrumental in developing and executing sophisticated trading strategies across various energy commodities, aiming to optimize profitability and manage market risk. Based in East London, Eastern Cape , you will leverage deep market insights, quantitative analysis, and cutting-edge modeling techniques to identify profitable opportunities and navigate volatile energy markets. This is a high-impact position for a strategic thinker with a strong quantitative background and a proven ability to drive trading success. The role offers a hybrid work model, fostering collaboration while allowing for personal flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and refine quantitative trading strategies for energy commodities (e.g., power, gas, oil, renewables).
• Conduct in-depth market analysis, including fundamental supply/demand, macroeconomic factors, and geopolitical influences.
• Utilize advanced statistical and econometric models to forecast market prices and identify trading opportunities.
• Manage and optimize trading positions, ensuring adherence to risk management policies and limits.
• Collaborate with risk management, operations, and research teams to align trading strategies with company objectives.
• Monitor market developments and adapt strategies in response to changing conditions.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations on trading performance, market outlook, and strategy recommendations.
• Mentor junior traders and analysts, fostering a culture of continuous learning and analytical rigor.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant trading regulations and ethical standards.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in energy trading, quantitative analysis, or strategy development within the energy sector.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful trading strategies in volatile markets.
• Expertise in quantitative modeling, statistical analysis, and financial risk management.
• Deep understanding of energy commodity markets, their drivers, and trading instruments.
• Proficiency with trading platforms and data analysis tools.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Must be eligible to work in South Africa .

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary, a performance-based bonus structure, comprehensive medical aid, and retirement benefits.
• The hybrid work model provides a flexible approach to your work environment.
• This is a premier opportunity to influence market positions and drive profitability within the dynamic energy trading landscape , based in East London .