Remote Energy Trader: High-Impact Markets

Placements24

LegKraal Gate

Hybrid

ZAR 1,976,000 - 2,964,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Remote work
Performance-based bonus
Health coverage
Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a remote Energy Trader for a fast-growing energy trading firm. The role focuses on executing profitable trading strategies in wholesale power markets while managing risk and portfolio performance.

You will analyze market data, weather forecasts, and fundamentals, develop trading strategies, monitor positions, and ensure compliance with risk limits. This remote-first role emphasizes autonomy and high performance.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in a quantitative field (Finance/Economics/Math/Engineering).
  • MBA or advanced degree is a plus.
  • Minimum 5 years in energy trading, preferably power markets.
  • Proven track record in wholesale electricity trading.
  • Strong understanding of power market instruments and risk management.

Responsibilities

  • Execute trades in wholesale electricity markets (day-ahead, real-time, futures).
  • Monitor market developments and price movements to guide decisions.
  • Analyze data, weather forecasts, and fundamentals to spot opportunities.
  • Develop trading strategies to manage risk and maximize returns.
  • Manage trading positions within risk limits and company policies.

Skills

Analytical skills
Decision making under pressure
Risk management
Communication
Quantitative analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering
MBA

Tools

ICE
CME
Refinitiv Eikon
Bloomberg

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a remote Energy Trader for a fast-growing energy trading firm. The role focuses on executing profitable trading strategies in wholesale power markets while managing risk and portfolio performance.

You will analyze market data, weather forecasts, and fundamentals, develop trading strategies, monitor positions, and ensure compliance with risk limits. This remote-first role emphasizes autonomy and high performance.

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