Remote Energy Trading Strategist

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Ibrido; ZAR 150.000 - 230.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Fully remote position

Competitive base salary with bonus

Health & retirement benefits

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical and strategic Remote Energy Trading Strategist to develop and implement quantitative trading strategies across energy commodities. This fully remote role focuses on maximizing profitability and managing risk in the energy portfolio, with emphasis on Mahikeng, North West market dynamics.

You will backtest strategies, utilize machine learning models, and collaborate with risk, IT, and management teams to ensure robust trading platforms and informed

Competenze

• Master's or PhD in a quantitative field such as Financial Engineering, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, or Computer Science.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in energy trading, quantitative analysis, or portfolio management within the energy sector.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing successful trading strategies.
• Strong quantitative and statistical modeling skills, including experience with Python, R, or similar.

Mansioni

• Develop, backtest, and implement quantitative trading strategies for energy markets (e.g., electricity, natural gas, renewables).
• Analyze market data, price trends, and news to identify trading opportunities and risks.
• Utilize advanced statistical and machine learning models to forecast market prices and optimize trading decisions.
• Manage and monitor trading positions, ensuring adherence to risk limits and mandates.
• Collaborate with risk management teams to assess and mitigate portfolio exposures.
• Work closely with IT and quantitative development teams to enhance trading platforms and analytical tools.
• Provide market insights and strategic recommendations to senior management.
• Stay abreast of regulatory changes and market structure developments affecting energy trading.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of trading methodologies and algorithms.
• Effectively communicate complex trading strategies and market outlooks to stakeholders remotely.

Conoscenze

Python

R

Quantitative modeling

Data visualization

Remote communication

Risk management

Market analysis

Strategic thinking

Formazione

Master's or PhD in quantitative field

Strumenti

Python

R

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a leading independent power producer, is seeking a highly analytical and strategic Remote Energy Trading Strategist. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere while contributing to our energy trading operations that impact the Mahikeng, North West region. You will be responsible for developing and implementing sophisticated trading strategies across various energy commodities, leveraging market intelligence, data analytics, and risk management principles. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of energy markets, financial instruments, and advanced quantitative techniques. Your role will be crucial in maximizing profitability and managing risk exposure for our energy portfolio. We are looking for a self-driven individual with a proven track record in energy trading or a related quantitative finance field, capable of thriving in a remote-first, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, backtest, and implement quantitative trading strategies for energy markets (e.g., electricity, natural gas, renewables).
• Analyze market data, price trends, and news to identify trading opportunities and risks.
• Utilize advanced statistical and machine learning models to forecast market prices and optimize trading decisions.
• Manage and monitor trading positions, ensuring adherence to risk limits and mandates.
• Collaborate with risk management teams to assess and mitigate portfolio exposures.
• Work closely with IT and quantitative development teams to enhance trading platforms and analytical tools.
• Provide market insights and strategic recommendations to senior management.
• Stay abreast of regulatory changes and market structure developments affecting energy trading.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of trading methodologies and algorithms.
• Effectively communicate complex trading strategies and market outlooks to stakeholders remotely.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in a quantitative field such as Financial Engineering, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, or Computer Science.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in energy trading, quantitative analysis, or portfolio management within the energy sector.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing successful trading strategies.
• Strong quantitative and statistical modeling skills, including experience with Python, R, or similar.
• Deep understanding of energy markets, derivatives, and risk management principles.
• Experience with large datasets and data visualization tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts clearly in a remote setting.
• Self-motivated, highly organized, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• While the role is remote, an understanding of the South African energy market dynamics, relevant to Mahikeng, North West, is beneficial.

Benefits

• This is a fully remote position offering significant flexibility and autonomy.
• Our client provides a highly competitive base salary and a substantial bonus structure tied to individual and company performance.
• Comprehensive health benefits and retirement planning options are included.
• You will have access to cutting-edge technology and analytical tools, and opportunities for continuous professional development in a globally recognized energy firm.
• Join a team that values innovation, data-driven decision-making, and a sustainable approach to energy trading.