Energy Market Analyst - Wholesale Markets

About the Role

Our client is seeking a sharp and analytical Energy Market Analyst to join their dedicated team focusing on wholesale energy markets in Nottingham . This position is crucial for understanding and forecasting market dynamics, pricing trends, and policy impacts across the UK and European electricity and gas sectors. You will provide critical insights to support trading strategies, risk management, and business development efforts. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an individual with strong quantitative skills to deepen their expertise in the complex and dynamic world of energy trading and market analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyse factors influencing wholesale energy prices , including supply/demand, fuel costs, weather, and regulatory changes.
• Develop and maintain quantitative models for forecasting electricity and gas market prices.
• Prepare regular market reports, presentations, and data visualisations for internal stakeholders.
• Conduct deep-dive analysis on specific market events, policy proposals, and their potential impacts.
• Support the trading and origination teams with timely market intelligence and strategic advice.
• Track and evaluate the performance of different market participants and strategies.

Requirements

• Degree in Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related quantitative discipline.
• 1-3 years of experience in an analytical role within the energy sector or financial markets.
• Strong quantitative and modelling skills, with demonstrable proficiency in statistical analysis.
• Excellent understanding of the UK and European energy markets is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in Excel; experience with data analysis tools or programming languages (e.g., Python, R, SQL) is a strong advantage.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and career advancement within the energy industry .
• Fully remote work option allowing for flexibility and work-life integration.
• Exposure to cutting-edge market analysis techniques and tools in the energy market .