Senior Energy Trader (Remote) – Power, Gas & Oil Markets

Placements24; Gauteng; À distance; ZAR 1 600 000 - 2 300 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Placements24 seeks a Senior Energy Trader to lead execution of energy commodity trades on a fully remote basis. The role emphasizes optimizing positions, applying advanced market analysis and risk controls to maximize profitability.

The ideal candidate has deep experience across power, gas, oil, and carbon markets, with a track record of profitable trading and strong collaboration with global teams. Remote-first with global duties and high-impact outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics or related quantitative field.
• Minimum 8 years of energy commodity trading experience with profitability track record.
• Strong knowledge of electricity, natural gas, oil markets and risk management concepts.

Responsabilités

• Execute trading strategies for energy commodities in spot and forward markets.
• Monitor market dynamics, news and geopolitical events for opportunities and risks.
• Develop and implement trading models and algorithms to improve profitability.
• Manage trading risks within defined parameters and limits.
• Analyze price trends, market data, and economic indicators to inform decisions.
• Collaborate with risk management, research and operations to ensure execution.
• Stay updated on regulations and compliance in energy markets.
• Communicate market insights and trading performance to senior leadership.
• Contribute to new strategies and market-entry initiatives.

Connaissances

Energy trading

Risk management

Derivatives

Bloomberg Terminal

Refinitiv Eikon

Quantitative analysis

Remote collaboration

Formation

Bachelor's in Finance/Economics

MBA or MSc desirable

Outils

Python for analytics

Trading platforms

Description du poste

Placements24 seeks a Senior Energy Trader to lead execution of energy commodity trades on a fully remote basis. The role emphasizes optimizing positions, applying advanced market analysis and risk controls to maximize profitability.

The ideal candidate has deep experience across power, gas, oil, and carbon markets, with a track record of profitable trading and strong collaboration with global teams. Remote-first with global duties and high-impact outcomes.