About the role:
Flogas is seeking a highly motivated and analytical Senior Trading Analyst to join our team. This critical role involves trading and managing the risk associated with a portfolio of renewable energy generation and customer supply positions. The successful candidate will play a key part in forecasting both short-term and long-term electricity and gas demand.
Key Responsibilities:
- Optimise day ahead and within day trading strategies of the demand and generation portfolios to help minimize costs through forecasting improvements and risk reduction strategies Actively trade a portfolio of renewable electricity generation assets and customer demand positions, optimizing financial outcomes and managing associated risks.
- Oversee the training and development of junior team members.
- Develop the team's capabilities to handle increasing supply and generation volumes, as well as new trading requirements from contractual agreements and market developments. Lead on the design and operational implementation of any changes to trading processes and reporting.
- Maintain excellent knowledge of ISEM markets and closely monitor regulatory decisions and market publications which shape market design. Provide insights regarding the impacts on Flogas' portfolio and potential changes to trading requirements.
- Develop and enhance quantitative models, methodologies, analysis techniques, and software tools to support all areas of the business.
- Execute forward trades in line with hedging strategies and provide input into improvements and refinements of said strategies.
- Support the development of renewable PPA business line by exploring and implementing innovative PPA trading solutions such as a wind to baseload products and building up a knowledge of the key market structures affecting these assets.
- Regular monitoring of forecasting models and errors including reporting on the power portfolio's performance.
Candidate Profile:
The ideal candidate holds a primary degree or postgraduate qualification in a technical field such as computer science, natural or environmental sciences, economics, engineering, or finance. They are an experience trader, ideally in the energy sector. They possess strong quantitative and analytical skills, with a good understanding of power systems, the energy industry, and commodity markets. Proficient in programming and database management, particularly in Excel, VBA, and SQL, they are detail-oriented, self-motivated, and capable of prioritising tasks effectively. Additionally, they bring a solid knowledge of IT systems and quantitative modelling experience in financial or commodity markets.
About Flogas:
Part of the DCC Group, Flogas Ireland was established in 1978 supplying Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) throughout the island and to this day remains one of the leading suppliers in Ireland, servicing a diverse range of market sectors, including commercial, agricultural, and domestic.
Over the years, Flogas has evolved and grown as an Energy business, and with the acquisition of Budget Energy, based in Derry, and Flogas Enterprise Solutions, (formally known as Naturgy) we are now also a leading supplier of Natural Gas and Electricity, as well as Renewables, including Corporate Power Purchase Agreements, and energy services in both residential and commercial markets across the island of Ireland. We have an esteemed reputation within the Energy Industry and have been awarded the NSAI Quality System Certificate from the I.S. EN ISO 9001 Series.
As a Flogas Group, we are now driving our growth strategy to achieve our vision of being Irelands leading provider of total energy solutions, meeting our customers changing needs and delivering to the highest possible standard.
Why work with us?
Flogas is a well-established business within the DCC group and is continuing to grow, becoming a top provider in the energy sector, making it a very exciting time to be part of the Flogas Group. We offer a warm and welcoming environment, valuing our people and their input into the business. We encourage a collaborative workplace, where everyone feels included and heard.
Benefits:
- Competitive Salary
- Defined Pension Contribution
- Healthcare Allowance
- Staff discounts
- Hybrid work options (role dependant)
- Health and Wellbeing Supports
- Learning and Development Opportunities
- Career Advancement is important to us in Flogas. All our roles are advertised internally, and we encourage internal progression right across the business.
Flogas is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
