At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead innovative trading strategies in the energy sector and optimise renewable energy assets.
- Company: ENGIE, a leader in energy transition across Europe.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, trading bonus, hybrid work model, and clear career progression.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to inclusivity and professional development.
- Why this job: Shape the future of energy trading and make a real impact on sustainability.
- Qualifications: Experience in energy trading, strong leadership skills, and a relevant degree.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
At ENGIE, we are accelerating the energy transition across Europe. Our UK Energy Management team sits at the heart of this ambition, optimising how energy is traded, stored, and delivered. We need a visionary leader to shape the future of our trading capabilities.
What You'll Do
- Define and execute trading strategies across linear and non-linear products in UK power, gas, and environmental certificate markets.
- Drive asset-backed trading optimisation for renewable energy (wind/solar) and battery storage portfolios to maximise flexibility value.
- Lead the development of a scalable quantitative and algorithmic trading platform, accelerating automation and systematic execution.
- Develop and scale market-making and liquidity provision activities to strengthen ENGIE's competitive position.
- Collaborate with Origination and Portfolio Management teams to structure monetisation strategies for renewable and storage assets.
- Build, inspire, and develop multi-disciplinary teams across trading, quantitative analytics, and algorithmic development.
- Ensure all trading activities operate within approved governance, compliance, and risk frameworks.
What You Bring
- Significant experience in energy trading and/or quantitative trading environments.
- Deep understanding of UK and European power and gas markets, including intraday dynamics and flexibility value.
- Proven track record in asset-backed trading, RES/BESS optimisation, and market-making strategies.
- Advanced knowledge of algorithmic trading, pricing models, forecasting tools, and data science applications.
- Demonstrated leadership of trading and quantitative teams in fast-paced environments.
- Strong stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills.
- Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Finance, Economics, or related discipline.
- An advanced degree (MSc/PhD) in a quantitative field is highly advantageous.
Location
Hybrid working arrangement, combining office presence with remote flexibility.
What We Offer
- A competitive salary package reflecting the seniority and strategic importance of this role including Trading bonus.
- A diverse range of missions spanning trading, technology, and energy transition strategy.
- Intellectually stimulating work at the cutting edge of algorithmic energy trading and renewable optimisation.
- A collaborative, friendly work environment within a supportive and ambitious leadership team.
- Flexibility and work-life balance through our hybrid working model.
- Clear career progression within a global energy leader committed to your professional development.
Our Commitment
At ENGIE, every talent has a role to play in accelerating the energy transition. Make a difference and enjoy a fulfilling professional experience. Take on exciting challenges and build a career path that reflects who you are. Join us and be part of the adventure of the century!
ENGIE is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We evaluate applications based on skills, experience, and potential — regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know. We are happy to support you in presenting your best self.
Head of Trading in London employer: ENGIE UK
At ENGIE, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and collaborative work environment that fosters innovation in energy trading. Our hybrid working model ensures flexibility and work-life balance, while our commitment to professional development provides clear career progression opportunities within a global leader in the energy sector. Join us to be part of a supportive team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the energy transition.
