Senior Energy Trader

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 2,938,000 - 4,571,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Energy Trader for a fully remote role. You will develop and execute trading strategies across energy commodities, manage risk, and identify profitable opportunities to optimize a global portfolio.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 7 years in energy trading, with strong knowledge of physical and financial markets, and proficiency in Excel, Python, and R for data analysis and modeling.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, mathematics, or related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 7 years in energy trading, with focus on physical and financial markets.
• Proficiency with trading platforms and risk management systems (Excel, Python, R).

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute trading strategies for electricity, natural gas, and other energy commodities across markets.
• Monitor market trends, news, and economic factors to identify opportunities and risks.
• Manage trading positions and exposures, implementing risk management to minimize losses.
• Analyze market data, perform fundamental and technical analysis, and build predictive models.
• Collaborate with risk management, analytics, and operations teams to ensure seamless execution and compliance.
• Stay abreast of regulatory changes and market structure developments impacting energy trading.

Skills

Energy trading

Risk management

Data analysis

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Economics/Mathematics

MBA or advanced degree (preferred)

Tools

Excel

Python

R

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and results-oriented Senior Energy Trader to join their dynamic team. This fully remote position requires a strategic thinker with a proven track record in the competitive energy markets. You will be responsible for executing trading strategies across various energy commodities, managing risk, and identifying profitable opportunities to optimize the company's portfolio. This role demands a deep understanding of market dynamics, regulatory landscapes, and sophisticated trading tools. It's an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned professional to leverage their expertise in a flexible, global setting and drive significant financial outcomes for a leading energy firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute trading strategies for electricity, natural gas, and other energy commodities in various markets.
• Monitor market trends, news, and economic factors to identify trading opportunities and risks.
• Manage trading positions and exposures, implementing effective risk management strategies to minimize losses.
• Analyze market data, conduct fundamental and technical analysis, and build predictive models.
• Collaborate with risk management, analytics, and operations teams to ensure seamless execution and compliance.
• Stay abreast of regulatory changes and market structure developments impacting energy trading.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in energy trading, with a strong focus on physical and financial markets.
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing profitable trading strategies.
• In-depth knowledge of energy market dynamics , derivatives, and risk management principles.
• Proficiency in trading platforms, data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Python, R), and risk management systems.
• Excellent analytical, decision-making, and negotiation skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive base salary and substantial performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement , offering unparalleled flexibility.
• Comprehensive executive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous retirement savings plan with company matching.
• Access to cutting-edge trading technology and market intelligence resources.