We’re working with a leading energy trading house who are actively expanding their team with the hire of a Senior Power Trader focused on long-term trading strategies across power, gas, and carbon markets.
This is a high-impact role for someone looking to take ownership of market views and generate returns through discretionary, fundamentals-based strategies. The team already has a strong track record across the curve and is looking to strengthen its capabilities further with someone experienced in directional risk and shaping strategy.
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Building and executing trading strategies with a focus on the long end of the curve (months to years out).
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Taking fundamental views across European power markets and converting those into structured trades.
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Managing open risk positions within a defined mandate.
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Working closely with analysts, meteorologists, and fellow traders to refine views and identify edge.
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Engaging regularly with cross-commodity teams, particularly in gas and carbon, to support integrated strategies.
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Contributing to continuous improvements in market models and decision-making tools.
Requirements:
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5+ years’ experience in power trading with strong exposure to long-term/fundamentals-led strategies.
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Proven PnL track record in European markets.
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Deep understanding of the interplay between power, gas, and carbon markets.
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Commercial mindset and ability to work independently in a risk-taking environment.
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Familiarity with market modelling tools and an analytical approach to decision-making.