Senior Energy Trader

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Training programs

Conferences access (virtual)

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Energy Trader to optimize energy portfolios in a fully remote role. The position focuses on developing and executing trading strategies across electricity, gas, and related derivatives, monitoring markets, and managing risk.

You will leverage advanced trading platforms, collaborate with risk, research, and operations teams, and deliver profit-driven insights from a home office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of proven experience in energy trading.
• Strong understanding of commodity markets and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage trading strategies for physical and financial energy markets.
• Monitor trends and data to identify opportunities and risks.
• Execute trades with emphasis on pricing and volume optimization.
• Mitigate trading risks following established policies.
• Collaborate with risk management, research, and operations via virtual channels.
• Maintain relationships with brokers and exchanges; ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Energy trading experience

Analytical skills

Risk management

Remote collaboration

Decision making under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics

Master's degree or MBA (plus)

Tools

Trading platforms

Market data analysis tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and forward-thinking company in the global Energy market, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Energy Trader to join their fully remote team. This position is critical for optimizing the company's energy portfolio and maximizing profitability through strategic trading activities. You will be responsible for developing and executing trading strategies across various energy commodities, including electricity, natural gas, and potentially related derivatives. The role requires a deep understanding of market dynamics, risk management, and real-time decision-making. As this is a remote-first position, you will leverage advanced trading platforms and communication tools to engage with markets and colleagues seamlessly from your home office. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned trader to join a leading firm and drive significant financial outcomes in the complex world of energy markets. The ability to perform and excel in a fully remote setup is paramount for success in this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage trading strategies for physical and financial energy markets.
• Monitor market trends, news, and data to identify trading opportunities and risks.
• Execute trades efficiently and effectively, ensuring optimal pricing and volume.
• Manage and mitigate trading risks, adhering to established risk management policies.
• Analyze market data and performance metrics to refine trading strategies.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including risk management, research, and operations, via virtual channels.
• Maintain relationships with brokers, exchanges, and other market participants.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant trading regulations and internal policies.
• Provide market insights and contribute to the company's overall trading strategy development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field. Master's degree or MBA is a plus.
• Minimum of 7 years of proven experience in energy trading, preferably in electricity and natural gas markets.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing profitable trading strategies.
• Strong understanding of commodity markets, financial instruments, and risk management principles.
• Proficiency in trading platforms and market data analysis tools.
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional decision-making abilities under pressure.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, adapted for remote collaboration.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and the ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Benefits

This role offers a highly competitive salary, significant performance-based bonuses, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance. As a fully remote position, you gain unparalleled flexibility in your work environment. Our client invests in employee growth through continuous training, access to market intelligence, and opportunities to attend key industry conferences (virtual or in-person as required). You will be part of an agile and results-oriented team, contributing directly to the company's financial success in the global Energy arena. Enjoy the autonomy and comfort of working from home while making a significant impact.