Senior Energy Trading Analyst

Placements24

Upington

Hybrid

ZAR 1,000,000 - 2,000,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Energy Trading Analyst for their Upington trading desk in the Northern Cape. The role focuses on developing and executing trading strategies across energy commodities, with emphasis on profitability and risk management.

This position is based on-site in Upington. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in energy trading or quantitative analysis, strong programming skills in Python, R, or VBA, and a proven track record of building and backtesting models.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
Minimum of 5 years of energy trading, quantitative analysis, or related financial role within energy sector.
Proven experience in developing and implementing successful trading strategies.
Strong understanding of energy markets, including physical and financial derivatives.
Proficiency in financial modeling, statistical analysis, and risk management techniques.
Expertise in programming languages such as Python, R, or VBA, and proficiency with data analysis tools.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to articulate complex ideas clearly.
Experience with trading platforms and market data providers is essential.
Ability to perform well under pressure in a fast-paced trading environment.

Responsibilities

Analyze energy market data, including price movements, supply/demand fundamentals, and macroeconomic factors.
Develop, backtest, and refine quantitative trading strategies across energy products (electricity, natural gas, coal, renewables).
Monitor open trading positions, manage risk exposures, ensure compliance with trading policies.
Identify arbitrage opportunities and develop new trading strategies to enhance profitability.
Build and maintain financial models for pricing, valuation, and risk assessment.
Collaborate with traders, risk managers, and quantitative researchers to inform trading decisions.
Prepare market commentary, trading performance reports, and presentations for senior management.
Stay abreast of regulatory changes and market developments impacting energy trading.
Utilize trading platforms and analytical tools to execute trades and manage portfolios.
Conduct due diligence on new market opportunities and potential counter-parties.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Decision making

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering

Master's degree (strong plus)

Tools

Python

VBA

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent entity in the energy markets, is seeking to recruit a highly analytical and results-oriented Senior Energy Trading Analyst to join their trading desk. This position, located in Upington, Northern Cape , will be instrumental in developing and executing trading strategies for various energy commodities. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of market dynamics, financial modeling, risk management, and a proven track record in energy trading or analysis. You will play a key role in maximizing profitability by identifying market opportunities, analyzing price trends, and managing trading positions effectively. This is a critical role for an individual with a sharp mind for finance and a passion for the dynamic world of energy trading.

Key Responsibilities

Analyze energy market data, including price movements, supply/demand fundamentals, and macroeconomic factors.
Develop, backtest, and refine quantitative trading strategies across various energy products (e.g., electricity, natural gas, coal, renewables).
Monitor open trading positions, manage risk exposures, and ensure compliance with trading policies.
Identify arbitrage opportunities and new trading strategies to enhance profitability.
Build and maintain financial models for pricing, valuation, and risk assessment.
Collaborate with traders, risk managers, and quantitative researchers to inform trading decisions.
Prepare market commentary, trading performance reports, and presentations for senior management.
Stay abreast of regulatory changes and market developments impacting energy trading.
Utilize trading platforms and analytical tools to execute trades and manage portfolios.
Conduct due diligence on new market opportunities and potential counter-parties.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related quantitative field; Master's degree is a strong plus.
A minimum of 5 years of experience in energy trading, quantitative analysis, or a related financial role within the energy sector.
Proven experience in developing and implementing successful trading strategies.
Strong understanding of energy markets, including physical and financial derivatives.
Proficiency in financial modeling, statistical analysis, and risk management techniques.
Expertise in programming languages such as Python, R, or VBA, and proficiency with data analysis tools.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly.
Experience with trading platforms and market data providers is essential.
Ability to perform well under pressure in a fast-paced trading environment.

Benefits