Remote Energy Trading Analyst

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Full remote work flexibility

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Professional development

Access to analytical tools

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Energy Trading Analyst to join our client’s remote-first team in South Africa. The role focuses on data-driven analysis of power and gas markets, developing models, and supporting trading strategies from a home office.

You will collaborate with the trading desk, risk management, and business development, leveraging Python, R, and visualization tools to uncover opportunities and enhance profitability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in energy markets, with a focus on trading, analysis, or market research.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze energy market data, including prices, supply/demand fundamentals, weather patterns, and regulatory news.
• Develop and maintain complex analytical models to forecast market trends and identify trading opportunities.
• Support the trading desk by providing timely and accurate market insights and analysis.
• Evaluate the risk associated with trading positions and assist in risk management strategies.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of trading strategies and algorithms.
• Generate regular reports on market activity, trading performance, and KPIs.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to senior management and trading teams.
• Research and stay abreast of energy sector developments, including new technologies and market structures.
• Assist in back-testing and validation of trading strategies.
• Ensure data integrity across analytical platforms and reports.

Skills

Data analysis

Quantitative skills

Remote work

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or quantitative field

Tools

Python

R

Excel

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly analytical and motivated Energy Trading Analyst to join their expanding team in a fully remote capacity. This role is crucial for supporting the company's energy trading operations across various markets. You will be responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting market data, identifying trading opportunities, and contributing to the development of trading strategies. The ideal candidate will have a strong quantitative background, excellent analytical skills, and a deep understanding of energy markets, including power, gas, and associated derivatives. This is a remote-first position, offering flexibility and the opportunity to work from anywhere within South Africa, while contributing to the core business objectives. You will collaborate closely with the trading desk, risk management, and business development teams. Our client is a forward-thinking organization committed to leveraging data-driven insights to optimize energy trading performance and drive profitability. This is an exceptional opportunity to advance your career in energy markets from the comfort of your own home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze energy market data, including prices, supply/demand fundamentals, weather patterns, and regulatory news.
• Develop and maintain complex analytical models to forecast market trends and identify trading opportunities.
• Support the trading desk by providing timely and accurate market insights and analysis.
• Evaluate the risk associated with trading positions and assist in risk management strategies.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of trading strategies and algorithms.
• Generate regular reports on market activity, trading performance, and key performance indicators.
• Communicate findings and recommendations effectively to senior management and trading teams.
• Research and stay abreast of developments in the energy sector, including new technologies and market structures.
• Assist in the back-testing and validation of trading strategies.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy across all analytical platforms and reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in energy markets, with a focus on trading, analysis, or market research.
• Strong understanding of energy commodities (power, gas) and financial derivatives.
• Advanced proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, Python (Pandas, NumPy), R, or similar.
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is a plus.
• Excellent quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts clearly.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently in a remote environment, demonstrating excellent time management.
• Familiarity with energy market regulations and trading platforms is advantageous.
• Proactive attitude towards learning and adapting to market dynamics.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience and remote work arrangement.
• Full remote work flexibility, allowing for a healthy work-life balance.
• Opportunity to work within a dynamic and innovative energy trading environment.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Professional development support and continuous learning opportunities.
• Access to cutting-edge analytical tools and resources.
• Contribution to the strategic success of a growing energy company.