Remote Power Trader: Data-Driven Market Strategist

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary plus bonuses

Health insurance

Remote work stipend

Career development

Flexible hours

Profit-sharing

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Remote Energy Trader to join a leading energy trading firm. This fully remote role focuses on developing and executing strategies across wholesale power markets, with strong emphasis on risk control and profitability.

You will collaborate with market analysts, risk managers, and portfolio managers from a remote setup. The ideal candidate has 4–6 years of energy trading experience, deep knowledge of power market structures, and proficiency in ETRM

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, or related quantitative field.
• 4–6 years of direct experience in energy trading, specifically in power markets.
• Proven ability to develop and implement profitable trading strategies.
• Strong understanding of power market structures, pricing mechanisms, and regulatory frameworks.
• Advanced analytical and quantitative skills with proficiency in data analysis and modeling.
• Experience with risk management principles in trading environments.
• Excellent decision-making under pressure and remote-work suitability.
• Proficiency with trading software and analytical tools (ETRM, Bloomberg).

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute profitable trading strategies in wholesale power markets (day-ahead, real-time, ancillary services).
• Monitor market conditions, news, and indicators impacting power prices and positions.
• Analyze market data to identify opportunities and execute trades efficiently.
• Manage trading risks and keep positions within defined risk limits.
• Collaborate with analysts, risk managers, and portfolio managers to optimize performance.
• Maintain trading records and ensure regulatory compliance and policies.
• Utilize advanced trading platforms and analytical tools to support decisions.
• Communicate market outlook and trading activity to internal stakeholders.
• Research and evaluate new trading methodologies and market structures.

Skills

Energy trading

Analytical skills

Risk management

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, or related quantitative field

Tools

ETRM systems

Bloomberg

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Remote Energy Trader to join a leading energy trading firm. This fully remote role focuses on developing and executing strategies across wholesale power markets, with strong emphasis on risk control and profitability.

You will collaborate with market analysts, risk managers, and portfolio managers from a remote setup. The ideal candidate has 4–6 years of energy trading experience, deep knowledge of power market structures, and proficiency in ETRM