At a Glance
- Tasks: Shape bespoke transactions in the UK and Irish Power, Gas, and Environmental Commodities markets.
- Company: Join a dynamic, globally-minded team with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Benefits: Opportunity to influence commercial outcomes and work on innovative structured products.
- Other info: Be part of a culture that celebrates diversity as a key driver of growth.
- Why this job: Make a global impact while collaborating with experts in a fast-paced environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in the UK energy market, trading, or risk management is essential.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
In this key position, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering bespoke transactions across the UK and Irish Power, Gas, and Environmental Commodities markets. Working at the intersection of commercial strategy, risk management, and market innovation, you’ll collaborate with a diverse network of experts to create tailored solutions that meet customer needs while driving business growth and strengthening our market position. This is a highly visible role within our Trading Origination team, offering the opportunity to influence commercial outcomes from concept through to execution. Reporting to the Structuring Manager, you’ll work closely with Originators, Pricing, Commercial Development, Risk, Finance, and Legal teams, bringing together technical expertise and commercial insight to unlock value in complex and non-standard transactions.
How will I spend my time in this role?
- Work across the organisation to create innovative structured products that contribute to the delivery of Origination PnL;
- Lead the design and structuring of innovative commercial contracts that maximize value while effectively managing risks;
- Conduct independent transaction due diligence, identify, assess, and evaluate risks (market, credit, legal, regulatory, operational), providing critical insights into the Origination process;
- Evaluate deal delivery requirements and our own process and systems capability and provides as input into the Origination process;
- Supports Origination in developing and analysing transactional structures that incorporate risk transfer and create value for Smartest beyond traditional fees and margins.
What skills/experience do I need to be successful?
- Previous UK energy market experience, ideally in trading, asset optimisation, commercial subject matter expert or risk management role;
- Experience with complex subject matter, ideally spanning the structuring and delivery of non-standard energy transactions and risk management solutions.
What sets us apart?
- Global Impact: With offices in the UK, US, Spain and Australia, and plans for further expansion, you’ll be part of a dynamic, globally-minded team, with opportunities to explore new markets and make a difference on a global scale.
- Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate our diverse culture and value individuals irrespective of background, disability, religion, gender identity, sexuality, or ethnicity. Join a team where diversity is not just welcomed but celebrated as a key driver of growth and innovation.
Trading Origination Structurer employer: SmartestEnergy UK
SmartestEnergy UK is an exceptional employer located in Ipswich, offering a dynamic work environment that prioritises flexibility and employee well-being. With a strong focus on customer service and a commitment to professional development, employees enjoy opportunities for growth while being part of a supportive hybrid team. The company's culture fosters collaboration and innovation, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
