Job Description:
ESB Trading is a section of the Generation and Trading division of ESB, trading the output from the ESB portfolio in GB and Ireland through various trading strategies and time horizons.
The Prompt Trading desks operate across all short-term Power and Gas Markets to optimize ESB positions in these markets and maximize value from the ESB generation portfolio.
Key Responsibilities:
* Supporting development of prompt trading strategy for relevant desks
* Analysing markets
* Undertaking prompt strategy optimisation projects as required
Trainee Trader Role:
The purpose of the Trainee Trader role is to ensure that ESB has the required on-going skill sets to resource the Prompt Trading Desks and to occasionally provide cover for Prompt Trading rosters which may arise due to project work or other absences.
No significant knowledge of power markets is required as successful candidates will undergo significant training to allow them to operate as Prompt Traders in the GB & ISEM power market.
The successful candidates will also have the opportunity to gain valuable insight into the development of the GB & ISEM markets and will have responsibility to contribute towards the successful delivery of the financial targets in a trading business with an annual gross margin of €100m.
Skills and Qualifications:
* Excellent team member but self-motivated with the ability to work on your own initiative
* Excellent communication and reporting skills to provide effective commentary at shift handover and to the management team
* Comfortable making commercial decisions under tight timelines
* Excellent and timely decision-making skills and judgement are essential whilst ensuring half-hourly deadlines are met
Requirements:
* Relevant 3rd level qualification or equivalent work experience
* Good level of numerical, IT, analytical and communications skills
Benefits:
* Opportunity to lead Ireland's transition to net zero carbon future
* Progressive, hybrid working model
* Career development through mentoring and training
* Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities
* Sports and Social Clubs Networking opportunities
* Credit Union Generous Pension Access to staff well-being programmes
* Generous parental leave entitlements
* Strong values-based and inclusive culture
* Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
* Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted
Why work with us?
We offer a range of benefits and opportunities for career development and growth.
Salary:
€48,100 - €56,500 per annum