About ElectroRoute
Our vision is to make net zero a reality by solving the commercial mechanics of a decarbonised energy system.
ElectroRoute is an international, renewables focused, energy trading and services company. The company employs over 120 energy professionals based in Ireland, the UK, Europe, and Japan and is a subsidiary of Mitsubishi Corporation.
ElectroRoute intelligently leverages the benefits of new technologies, our advanced methodologies, and the application of unrivalled expertise to develop innovative energy trading and renewable risk management solutions. These mitigate the factors which impede clean energy investment and help make net zero a reality.
Our expert trading team operates 24x7 in Ireland, the UK, across Continental Europe and in Japan; utilising our bespoke trading platform, ElectroRoute CORE, to provide essential trading services to wind farms, solar farms, and batteries.
The company is a significant commodity trader on its own account – trading a range of energy commodities including Power and Gas, in the global energy markets with activities spanning Europe to Japan.
Our ambitious growth plans will see us increasing the volume and variety of our activities over the coming years, requiring growth in the strength and depth of our team to help us make net zero a reality.
The Position
ElectroRoute is seeking a Trainee Energy Trader to join us on our mission to “solve the commercial mechanics of a decarbonised energy system.” Following graduation from the ElectroRoute Academy, you will become an Energy Trader and will join our 24/7 trading desk, where you will manage a portfolio of renewable assets and other trading activities in the wholesale energy market. At ElectroRoute we pride ourselves on our core values of Curiosity, Humanity and Excellence and you will join a team of 120 ambitious, exceptional professionals who are passionate about making a difference.
The ElectroRoute Academy
On joining you will be welcomed into the ElectroRoute Academy programme which has successfully trained over 40 ambitious trainees to become highly skilled energy traders.
This programme will provide you with formal and informal training over a period of 3 months on many relevant topics including:
fundamentals of the power system and wholesale energy markets
trading and optimising renewable and battery plant
understanding and interpreting meteorological data and weather patterns
making trade decisions
ElectroRoute’s trading systems, databases and trading tools
energy risk management, regulatory and compliance requirements
After the first few weeks, you will start working on the trading desk, shadowing experienced traders and learning on the job.
Learning and development at ElectroRoute is continual – regular training and updates are scheduled throughout the year with opportunities for external training and education.
Responsibilities
On successful graduation from the ElectroRoute Academy, you will become an Energy Trader. You will join the 24/7 operational trading desk rota and you will be responsible for managing ElectroRoute’s clients and positions in the wholesale energy market.
You will be responsible for:
Trading energy in various energy markets and timeframes
Optimising the traded position of our renewable and battery clients in relevant markets
Developing trading strategies and tools to support decision making and trade execution
Identifying and capturing real-time market opportunities in the Irish, UK and European electricity markets
Required Skills and Experience
Experience in energy markets or energy trading is not required – we will provide you with the training and knowledge you need.
You should:
Have a relevant primary degree (for example, Engineering, Finance, Economics, Science, Mathematics or similar).
Have a strong knowledge of Excel and a basic knowledge of programming and databases.
Be diligent with an attention to detail.
Be flexible and eager to learn.
Location
The role will be based in Dublin.
Remuneration
Competitive package with a market competitive bonus structure.
Hybrid Policy
Hybrid working (minimum of 3 days onsite).
Diversity & Inclusion
ElectroRoute is an equal opportunity employer. We aim to create value through diversity and inclusion. We seek to attract candidates to reflect the diverse nature of our society. Diversity and inclusion allow the ElectroRoute team to be curious, creative, and promote positive change. We understand the many demands on all our employees, and we adopt flexible working arrangements where possible. Working at ElectroRoute offers something special for everyone.