Remote Energy Trader: Markets, Forecasts & Strategy

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Remote work

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Trading tech access

Market exposure

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging, South Africa, seeks a strategic Energy Trader to optimize the company's energy portfolio by trading electricity, natural gas, and other commodities on global markets. Remote work is supported.

You will use market intelligence, forecasting, and risk management to maximize profitability, while maintaining security of supply and compliance with trading limits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or related field.
• MBA or Master’s in a quantitative discipline is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years in energy/commodity trading.
• Proven track record in volatile energy markets.

Responsibilities

• Execute trading strategies for electricity, natural gas, and other energy commodities across exchanges and bilateral markets.
• Monitor market trends and indicators to identify opportunities and manage risks.
• Develop and maintain relationships with energy suppliers, brokers, and counterparties.
• Utilize analytical tools to forecast market movements and optimize positions.
• Manage portfolio risk and ensure compliance with trading limits and policies.
• Provide market insights to senior management and relevant departments.

Skills

Analytical skills

Decision-making under pressure

Risk management

Market awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Economics/Mathematics

MBA or Master’s in quantitative discipline

Tools

Trading platforms

Risk management systems

Data analysis tools

Job description

Placements24 in Vereeniging, South Africa, seeks a strategic Energy Trader to optimize the company's energy portfolio by trading electricity, natural gas, and other commodities on global markets. Remote work is supported.

You will use market intelligence, forecasting, and risk management to maximize profitability, while maintaining security of supply and compliance with trading limits.