Head of Wholesale Portfolio Strategist

Job Overview

The Head of Wholesale Trading is a senior leadership position responsible for leading and managing the company's wholesale electricity trading activities. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in wholesale electricity trading, with a proven track record of developing and executing successful trading strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the wholesale electricity and gas strategy in alignment with the company's overall business objectives.
• Oversee daily trading operations for both electricity markets, including market analysis, trade execution, and position management.
• Identify, assess, and manage trading risks to ensure the company's exposure is within acceptable limits.
• Ensure all trading activities comply with relevant regulations and industry standards.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing trading team.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory bodies, market operators, and other industry participants.
• Monitor and report on trading performance, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.
• Stay informed about market trends, regulatory changes, and other factors that may impact trading activities.
• Formulate and implement effective hedging strategies to mitigate risks associated with market price fluctuations in electricity.
• Design, structure and execute transactions that are accretive from a portfolio perspective and align with the company's strategic objectives and risk management policies.
• Conduct thorough financial market analysis to inform trading decisions and strategies.
• Engage in derivative trading and ensure accurate and timely capture of all deals in the trading system in accordance with our operational risk policy.
• Monitor and analyse trends in the wholesale electricity and gas markets to identify opportunities and threats.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of the Energy Risk Management Policy (ERMP).
• Contribute to the development, continuous improvement and ongoing management of the AFSL compliance framework and activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field.
• AFMA Accredited AFSL Responsible Manager compulsory.
• Extensive experience in wholesale electricity trading, with a proven track record of developing and executing successful trading strategies.
• Strong understanding of financial markets, derivative trading, and risk management principles.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex market data and trends.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.

About Our Culture

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Interested candidates should submit their updated resume outlining their relevant experience to date, along with a cover letter outlining their motivations behind applying for this role.