Senior Proprietary Energy Trader

Senior Proprietary Energy Trader

About Us

Greenland Commodities is a science & technology based, fast-paced growing trading house, located in the heart of Europe – Prague. We unite our international trading experiences with science and technology supported by well-educated experts in their niche fields. Our trading desks focus on variety of trading products; mainly power, gas, oil, coal, and certificates across 20 countries and 12 energy exchanges.

Job Description:

We are looking for a Lead/Senior Power Trader with a strong understanding of cross-commodity markets to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and optimizing our portfolio for the whole curve.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute strategies for major European power & gas markets from DA to Y+1, taking into account cross-commodity relations and market volatility.

• Develop fundamental models and understanding for corresponding markets; provide market insights and forecasts to support decision-making.

• Maintain strong relationships with market participants and stakeholders, and stay abreast of regulatory changes and market developments affecting different energy commodities.

• Provide support and help to Quant Team to enhance research tools for the respective markets.

• Help automation processes and make a contribution to algorithmic trading.

• Collaborate with the risk management team to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements, and to manage portfolio risks.

Qualifications:

• Relevant education in Finance, Math, Physics, Economics, or comparable quantitative studies.

• 3+ years of experience in trading the European energy markets

• Solid trading track record in corresponding markets.

• Knowledge and understanding of the European and Global Energy Complex.

• Active proprietary trading of energy markets.

• Ability to take calculated trading decisions and stick to risk management guidelines.

• Excellent time management and communication skills including significant attention to detail.

• Strong mathematical skills and structured thinking.

• Ability to execute under pressure in a fast-paced environment alongside confidence, accountability, and decisiveness.

• Experience in cross-commodity optimizations.

• Programming skills in Python, and MATLAB are a plus.

• A MSc degree is a plus.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary + bonus scheme upon satisfactory results.

• Opportunity to develop your own strategies.

• A good insight into the energy market and the impact of the energy transition.

• 4 weeks of vacation +1 week extra vacation.

• 3 sick days/year + 1 day birthday leave.
  
  
• Multisport Card Access and Contribution

• Fully equipped kitchen with free coffee, tea, various snacks, and other refreshments.

• Meal support (added to salary).

• Yearly public transport support.

Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted for further evaluation.

Thank you for considering joining our innovative team at Greenland Commodities – where science, technology, and trading converge for unparalleled success!

Important: Please apply only if you are based in Europe.