Risk Analyst

Inspired PLC is a UK market leading technology enabled provider of energy and sustainability advisory services. Since 2000, it has grown in scale and capability and is servicing over 3,400 UK and Irish clients across all sectors. To enable businesses to respond to the climate emergency, we focus on solving their toughest challenges. By managing data comprehensively, sourcing energy sustainably and reducing carbon efficiently, we allow our clients to control costs effectively, make authentic ESG disclosures, improve their business performance, whilst powering their journey to net zero. This role is ideally suited to a career minded, ambitious individual who is looking for that unique opportunity to prove what they can do and then be rewarded for it. We are looking for a Risk Analyst to join our successful Risk team. This is a Kirkham Office role. Role and Responsibilities Market Reporting – Written review / analysis of energy markets to inform both internally and externally. Market Analysis – Highlight significant market activity, causes and implications. Identify short-, medium- and long-term market risk / opportunities. Undertake supporting data analysis (data trends/history, correlation, etc.) Support – General support to the trading team, data / information provision to support client facing / sales teams. Trading Support – Complete trade requests, following the trade process through to supplier confirmation of the trade. Risk Management Support – Support with the management of Inspired Collectives – managing the positions, validating COGs/COEs, generating position reports, provide updates to the wider business. Progress to managing bespoke risk managed client positions. Qualifications and Education Requirements Essential Analytical/Research Background A good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel essential) Minimum 5 GCSE’s A-C grade including Maths and English Energy Industry Experience Clean & Full UK Driving License Desirable Degree level education VBA & Python experience Required Skills Written Communication – Excellent writing and grammatical skills. Able to communicate in a logical order with clear analysis and conclusion. Appreciation of purpose and audience. Fastidious attention to detail and grammar. Analytical / Research – Proactive with a high level of self-motivation. Logical and considered approach. Able to communicate detailed analysis in a concise and understandable manner. Attributes – Enthusiastic, well organised, clear verbal communication skills, good numerical skills, strong work ethic. Shows initiative and takes ownership of personal development. Experience – Degree level or equivalent award / experience. Energy market experience is beneficial but not necessary. Good excel and word skills What we offer Training and development opportunities Company pension Flexible work hours Sharesave scheme Life insurance 4pm finish on Friday If you are interested in the role and would like to be considered, please apply now and a member of our In House Recruitment Team will be in touch. Good Luck!