<div> Our Trading Team continues to grow and we are now looking for a talented, ambitious Originator with strong knowledge of the German market.You will be responsible for the origination and execution of non-standard energy trading transactions in German Power, Gas &amp; Environmental Commodities markets, as well as supporting origination and market entry activities in other European geographies.   How will I spend my time in this role?<ul><li>Originate bespoke energy trading services agreement with large industrials, generators, energy retailers and other third-party participants in the German energy market;</li><li>Structure linear and non-linear transactions with wholesale counterparties and asset operators in the German market, including IPPS, BESS operators, Pipeline Operators, Gas Storage Operators, Gas Producers etc;</li><li>Maintain a network of contacts in the industry in Germany and cultivate a pipeline of potential transactions of each type;</li><li>Keep updated of market participants, regulatory changes and trends in the German markets and use this to formulate and develop new origination strategies;</li><li>Work closely with colleagues in risk, regulation and legal on new bespoke transactions;</li></ul>What skills/experience do I need to be successful?<ul><li>Extensive experience of wholesale energy markets and trading gained through a front office position at a utility, energy trading house, bank or similar institution;</li><li>Extensive client network in the German power and gas markets;</li><li>Track record of successfully transacting structured energy products;</li><li>Experience of the full deal life cycle - originating, structuring and executing.</li></ul>What sets us apart? <ul><li>Global Impact: With offices in the UK, US, Germany and Australia, and plans for further expansion, you'll be part of a dynamic, globally-minded team, with opportunities to explore new markets and make a difference on a global scale.</li></ul><ul><li>Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate our diverse culture and value individuals irrespective of background, disability, religion, gender identity, sexuality, or ethnicity. Join a team where diversity is not just welcomed but celebrated as a key driver of growth and innovation.</li></ul>What happens next?Once we receive your application, it will be reviewed by a human – no bots here! The average process typically takes around 2-3 weeks, with 2 stages of video interviews using Teams. However, this can vary depending on the role. We may invite you for a face-to-face meeting or require only 1 video interview. If you have any questions or need support, our Recruitment Team is here to assist you.Ready to join us on our journey to digitise, decarbonise, and localize the future of energy? Apply now.We're committed to making the application process easy and comfortable. Let us know how we can help you with any reasonable adjustments that can be tailored to your needs. At the bottom of each of our adverts you can find one of our recruitment teams' contact details. Please reach out so we can discuss with you further.<a href="%5C%22https://www.smartestenergy.com/en_gb/about-us/careers/%5C%22">Check out all our current open positions</a><a href="%5C%22https://www.smartestenergy.com/en_GB/privacy/%5C%22">Our privacy policy is here</a> <a href="%5C%22https://smartestenergy.com/privacy%5C%22"></a> </div>

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German Market Originator - Energy Trading

<div> Our Trading Team continues to grow and we are now looking for a talented, ambitious Originator with strong knowledge of the German market.You will be responsible for the origination and execution of non-standard energy trading transactions in German Power, Gas &amp; Environmental Commodities markets, as well as supporting origination and market entry activities in other European geographies.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;How will I spend my time in this role?<ul><li>Originate bespoke energy trading services agreement with large industrials, generators, energy retailers and other third-party participants in the German energy market;</li><li>Structure linear and non-linear transactions with wholesale counterparties and asset operators in the German market, including IPPS, BESS operators, Pipeline Operators, Gas Storage Operators, Gas Producers etc;</li><li>Maintain a network of contacts in the industry in Germany and cultivate a pipeline of potential transactions of each type;</li><li>Keep updated of market participants, regulatory changes and trends in the German markets and use this to formulate and develop new origination strategies;</li><li>Work closely with colleagues in risk, regulation and legal on new bespoke transactions;</li></ul>What skills/experience do I need to be successful?<ul><li>Extensive experience of wholesale energy markets and trading gained through a front office position at a utility, energy trading house, bank or similar institution;</li><li>Extensive client network in the German power and gas markets;</li><li>Track record of successfully transacting structured energy products;</li><li>Experience of the full deal life cycle - originating, structuring and executing.</li></ul>What sets us apart? <ul><li>Global Impact: With offices in the UK, US, Germany and Australia, and plans for further expansion, you'll be part of a dynamic, globally-minded team, with opportunities to explore new markets and make a difference on a global scale.</li></ul><ul><li>Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate our diverse culture and value individuals irrespective of background, disability, religion, gender identity, sexuality, or ethnicity. Join a team where diversity is not just welcomed but celebrated as a key driver of growth and innovation.</li></ul>What happens next?Once we receive your application, it will be reviewed by a human – no bots here! The average process typically takes around 2-3 weeks, with 2 stages of video interviews using Teams. However, this can vary depending on the role. We may invite you for a face-to-face meeting or require only 1 video interview. If you have any questions or need support, our Recruitment Team is here to assist you.Ready to join us on our journey to digitise, decarbonise, and localize the future of energy? Apply now.We're committed to making the application process easy and comfortable. Let us know how we can help you with any reasonable adjustments that can be tailored to your needs. At the bottom of each of our adverts you can find one of our recruitment teams' contact details. Please reach out so we can discuss with you further.<a href="%5C%22https://www.smartestenergy.com/en_gb/about-us/careers/%5C%22">Check out all our current open positions</a><a href="%5C%22https://www.smartestenergy.com/en_GB/privacy/%5C%22">Our privacy policy is here</a> <a href="%5C%22https://smartestenergy.com/privacy%5C%22"></a> </div>

German Market Originator - Energy Trading

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