Our client is looking for a talented and motivated Trader to strengthen the trading team in. They are open to both experienced as well as aspiring traders. The Team is responsible for the hedging and optimization of the Asset portfolio in the wholesale market through trading in standard energy contracts (via exchanges or OTC) within set risk limits.
Earn a competitive salary between €5.287,- and €8.049,- per month, including holiday allowance and a flexible benefit budget, based on your experience and expertise!
About the department and your key tasks
Department
This position will be part of the Asset Optimisation & Trading team, reporting to Head of Asset Optimisation & Trading. Asset Optimisation & Trading manages the asset portfolio and trading books by optimising and hedging the market value of the asset portfolio within the trading horizon through optimal and approved lock-in strategies. To this end, it mainly trades gas, electricity, CO2 and Guarantees of Origin in the Northwest European energy market to optimise the market value of the flexible assets and mitigate market risks through hedging. In doing so, the trading desk is also responsible for hedging FX exposure. Additionally, the team is expected to meet its prop trading targets using the same products. The trading horizon is DA up to 5 years ahead.
Your key tasks?
Responsibilities
- Managing part of the gas.
- Takes prop positions, and responsible for the P&L and VaR
- Analyses market developments and movements. Actively seeks market opportunities. Analyses risks and defines success factors.
- Complying with REMIT, MAR, and MIFID regulations
- Initiates or creates improvement opportunities and commercial marketing methods.
Knowledge, experience and skills
- Master’s Degree in a STEM subject
- Competitive and result driven
- Entrepreneurial and open mindset
- Ability to work and make decisions under pressure
- Sound knowledge of Python and Excel is a plus
What do we have to offer?
You will work at the office in Middelburg. Their dynamic and challenging environment, along with the interaction with various international professionals, offers plenty of opportunities for your personal and professional development. You will receive a comprehensive and attractive benefits package, including:
- A challenging job within an ambitious company.
- Salary min. € 5.287,- and max. € 8.049,- gross a month (including holiday allowance of 8% and a flexible benefit budget). Salary will be depending on relevant knowledge and experience.
- A variable remuneration applies.
- Excellent employee benefits, including discount on health insurance.
- An ideal work location to achieve a healthy work-life balance.
An assessment can be part of the selection procedure.
