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Intraday Power Trader

Posted 08 December 2025
LocationDüsseldorf
Job type Permanent
Discipline Commodities and Financial Services

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an Intraday Power Trader to join a fast-paced, data-driven trading desk operating across the German and Central European short-term power markets. You will focus on active intraday trading, asset optimisation, and leveraging market fundamentals to generate consistent PnL.

Key Responsibilities

  • Execute intraday and within-day trading (EPEX Spot + OTC).

  • Optimise a portfolio including renewables, flexible generation, and cross-border capacity.

  • Monitor fundamentals: weather, outages, system balance, RES forecasts, flows, and spreads.

  • Manage risk and ensure accurate reporting and compliance.

  • Collaborate with analysts and algo/trading tech teams to enhance tools and strategies.

  • Support development of models, dashboards, and forecasting processes.

Requirements

  • 2–5+ years of intraday or short-term power trading experience.

  • Understanding of German power markets and market mechanics.

  • Proven intraday PnL or asset optimisation track record.

  • Python/SQL or willingness to learn.

  • Strong communication skills; thrives under pressure.

  • English required; German is a bonus.

What We Offer

  • Competitive fixed salary + annual performance bonus.

  • High autonomy within a fast-moving desk.

  • Growing exposure to both prop and asset-backed trading.

  • Clear career progression opportunities.