Senior Power Trader/Head of Trading
Remote · London, England, GB... more
Remote · London, England, GB... more
Job Description
Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Head of Trading with a strong quantitative background to lead our Trading team. The ideal candidate will possess in-depth knowledge of power and gas markets, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to develop and implement sophisticated trading strategies. If you're passionate about renewable energy and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership:
- Accountable for the Trading team across hedging and prop.
- Development and implementation of strategies for trading power and gas in the short-term markets and along the forward curve.
- Oversight of engineering and data science teams.
- Manage the risk profile of the trading portfolio, implementing appropriate risk management measures.
- Quantitative Analysis:
- Leverage Python to deliver trading processes and data analysis.
- Ensure robust back-testing of trading strategies to validate their effectiveness.
- Team Management:
- Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing trading team.
Requirements
- Minimum 7 years of experience in power and gas trading.
- Proven track record of success in a senior trading role at a commodity trading house, hedge fund, or utility.
- Strong quantitative and analytical skills with a deep understanding of statistical and mathematical methods.
- Proficiency in Python is essential; familiarity with other programming languages (e.g., R, SQL) is advantageous.
- In-depth knowledge of power markets, trading instruments, and regulatory environments.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
- Experience managing and developing high-performance trading teams.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and a stock options sign-on bonus
- Biannual bonus scheme
- Fully expensed tech to match your needs!
- 28 days paid annual leave per year
- Deliveroo breakfast and dinner for office based employees