Trading Analyst

Drax
GB - Birmingham
April 30, 2025

Trading Analyst
Permanent
Selby/London/hybrid (3 days per week in the office)

Tuesday 20th May 2025Who we are:

We're not just talking about making a
difference, we're making it happen. We generate dispatchable, renewable power
and create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage,
we have ambition to become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon
removals.

You'll be joining our teams of
practical doers, future thinkers and business champions. We're enabling a zero
carbon, lower cost energy future for all, and working hard to decarbonise the
planet for generations to come.

About the role:

As part of the Trading and
Optimisation team, the Trading Analyst will;

Provide
robust fundamental analysis, engage in trading strategies, develop and
maintain models, review past analysis, own pricing tools and
trading-decision models such as European Pricing models, option pricing
and simulation models.
Provide
market and competitor intelligence and be spotting areas to add value.
Be
a key member of the team to support and direct the traders towards value,
enabling them to make quick and informed decisions.

Who we're looking for:

To be successful in this role you'll
ideally have…
• Degree
level education in a subject along the lines of science, maths, economics
or engineering
• A
working knowledge of UK power markets and experience and understanding of
power generation units
• Solid
experience with statistical and fundamental modelling using IT techniques
such as; SQL, Python, Excel, Business Intelligence tools (Power BI); and
be able to apply a pragmatic approach to large data structures.
• A
good understanding of the methods underlying linear and mixed integer
programming with experience of building models and solving them with
commercial optimisers would be beneficial.

Rewards and benefits:

As you help us to shape the future,
we've shaped our rewards and benefits to help you thrive and
support
your lifestyle. If successful in this
role you'll get:
• A
discretionary bonus depending on company performance
• Private
Healthcare with Vitality
• SAYE
(Sharesave): discretionary scheme from time to time
• Personal
accident cover
• Group
personal pension plan where we'll pay up to 10%
• Holiday
25 days plus bank holidays
• Reimbursement
of the cost of your annual membership of one relevant and appropriate
professional body

We're committed to making a tangible
impact on the climate challenge we all face. Drax is where your individual
purpose can work alongside your career drive. We work as part of a team that
shares a passion for doing what's right for the future. With Drax you can shape
your career and a future for generations to come.

Together, we make it happen.

At Drax, we're committed to fostering
an environment where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of their
role. To make this a reality, we actively work to better represent the
communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and establish fair processes.
Through these actions, we build the trust needed for all colleagues at Drax to
contribute their perspectives and talents, no matter their background. Find out
more about our approach here.

How to apply:

Think this role's for you? Click the
'apply now' button to begin your Drax journey.
If you want to find out more about
Drax, check out our LinkedIn page to see our latest news.
We understand that you may have some
additional questions about the role. If you'd like to have a confidential chat
to discuss the role in more detail, please email ***

We reserve the right to close roles
early when the particular role and / or location has had sufficient
applications.

Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

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