​Senior Short-Term Power Trader – Germany (Hybrid/Remote)

Location: Germany (Berlin or hybrid with flexible working)

Type: Full-time | Permanent

I am currently supporting a leading international energy trading company in their search for an exceptional Senior Short-Term Power Trader to join their high-performing European desk. This is a strategic hire as the business looks to expand its physical and proprietary trading activities across Central and Western Europe.

This opportunity is ideal for a driven individual with a proven track record in intraday and day-ahead power trading who thrives in dynamic market environments and is looking to take a key role in a team where their voice and performance will directly impact growth.

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Key Responsibilities

• Independently execute short-term trading strategies across key European power markets (EPEX, Nord Pool, SEE, CEE).

• Maximize PnL through intraday and day-ahead trading activities, including cross-border flows and capacity management.

• Monitor market fundamentals, weather forecasts, grid constraints, and price signals to identify real-time trading opportunities.

• Collaborate with analysts, quants, and tech developers to continuously refine tools and decision-making models.

• Maintain close interaction with TSOs, power exchanges, and internal operations to ensure efficient deal execution.

• Help shape trading strategy and contribute to commercial decision-making at a senior level.

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Candidate Profile

• 5+ years of short-term power trading experience (DA/ID), ideally with a strong PnL record.

• Excellent market knowledge in European short-term electricity markets (especially DACH, Benelux, CEE or SEE regions).

• Strong understanding of trading platforms (EPEX, Nord Pool), and ETRM systems.

• Quantitative mindset with the ability to interpret large datasets and market signals.

• Adaptable, performance-driven, and highly collaborative.

• Fluent in English; German or French is a strong advantage.
  

What’s on Offer

• Join a fast-growing, agile trading house with a strong financial foundation and ambitious growth plans.

• Highly competitive base salary + bonus structure linked to performance.

• Hybrid/remote flexibility with a base in Switzerland and relocation support where needed.

• Entrepreneurial, low-politics environment where traders are empowered to lead their own strategies.

• Clear progression path with influence over trading strategy, tools, and commercial direction.
  

If you’re an experienced short-term trader who enjoys autonomy, thrives under pressure, and is looking for a new challenge in a dynamic, well-capitalised environment — I’d be keen to speak.

Please reach out directly to arrange a confidential conversation or to request more information.