Trading Analyst - Front Office Location: Belfast (Hybrid - 3 days in office, including Tuesdays) Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and commercially minded Trading Analyst to join a fast-growing organisation within the energy sector. This Front Office role blends data analysis with financial decision-making, offering the chance to directly influence trading strategy and portfolio performance. You will operate similarly to a data analyst but with a strong financial and market focus-translating data into actionable trading insights, supporting algorithmic strategies, and helping to optimise revenue in a dynamic and evolving market. Key Responsibilities Work alongside an automated trading platform to provide real-time insights and actively support portfolio management Analyse market data to identify trading opportunities and enhance short-term power trading strategies Produce regular reports on trading performance, market trends, and revenue optimisation opportunities Translate complex data into clear, commercially focused insights for both technical and non-technical stakeholders Collaborate with data engineering teams to improve and refine trading models and algorithms Monitor portfolio performance and proactively intervene to maximise value Support effective collateral management across the trading function Investigate market dynamics and communicate key insights across the trading team Contribute to accurate execution of daily trading activities About You Essential: Degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Engineering, Data Analytics) Strong numerical and analytical capability Minimum 3 years' experience within the GB energy market Experience in short-term power trading within Great Britain Strong interest in financial markets, energy trading, and revenue optimisation Experience producing reports and presenting data-driven insights Strong communication skills, with the ability to bridge technical and commercial teams Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment Desirable: Experience in a product, data, or engineering-led environment Exposure to Virtual Power Plants (VPPs) Experience working with trading systems, Python, SQL, or similar analytical tools Working Arrangements Hybrid model: minimum 3 days per week in the Belfast office (Tuesday is a core in-office day) Why Apply? This is an opportunity to play a key role in a high-growth, data-driven energy trading environment. You'll combine analytical thinking with commercial impact, working closely with both trading and engineering teams to shape strategy and drive performance. Skills: Trading Analyst Data Analyst Data Engineer