Energy Trading Analyst

Our client, a leading player in the energy sector, is seeking a motivated Energy Trading Analyst to join their dynamic team in Toronto. This hybrid role offers the flexibility to work both remotely and from our office, providing a balanced approach to your professional life. You will be responsible for analyzing market data, identifying trading opportunities, and supporting the execution of energy trading strategies. The ideal candidate will possess a strong quantitative background, excellent analytical skills, and a keen understanding of energy markets (electricity, natural gas, or renewables). Your responsibilities will include monitoring market trends, evaluating economic factors, and developing financial models to forecast price movements and assess risk. You will collaborate closely with traders, risk managers, and other energy professionals to provide data-driven insights and recommendations. Experience with trading platforms, risk management systems, and data visualization tools is highly desirable. This position requires a proactive individual who can work effectively under pressure, manage complex datasets, and communicate findings clearly and concisely. We are looking for a sharp, detail-oriented professional eager to contribute to our trading success and grow within the energy industry. Join our innovative team and play a role in shaping the future of energy trading.

Responsibilities: Analyze energy market data (e.g., power, natural gas, oil, renewables) to identify trading opportunities. Monitor market trends, news, and economic indicators that may impact energy prices. Develop and maintain financial models for price forecasting and risk assessment. Support traders in the execution of trading strategies and position management. Evaluate counterparty risk and ensure compliance with trading policies. Prepare regular market reports and presentations for management and trading desks. Collaborate with risk management teams to monitor and report on portfolio risk exposures. Utilize trading platforms and analytical software to optimize trading decisions. Contribute to the development of new trading strategies and methodologies. Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and industry best practices. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related quantitative field. Minimum of 3 years of experience in energy trading, market analysis, or a related role. Strong understanding of energy markets and their associated drivers. Excellent quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in financial modeling and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel VBA, Python, R). Experience with energy trading platforms and risk management systems is a plus. Strong communication and presentation skills. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure trading environment. Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy.