Job Title:
Shift Trading Manager – Power Markets
Location:
Watford, England (On-site)
Type:
Full-Time, Permanent
About the Company:
We are a leading energy trading firm with a strong presence in the UK power markets. Leveraging innovative technology and a data-driven approach, our trading desk operates across day-ahead, intraday, and balancing markets. We are seeking a talented Shift Trading Manager to lead our intraday trading team and drive performance across multiple trading shifts.
Role Overview:
As Shift Trading Manager, you will oversee the operation of our 24/7 power trading desk, leading a team of traders, coordinating shift coverage, and ensuring seamless market execution. You will play a key role in strategy development, risk management, and process improvement, with a strong focus on short-term power markets and renewable optimisation.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage a team of shift traders across the UK power markets.
* Oversee intraday trading operations, ensuring accurate execution and timely decision-making.
* Develop, implement, and optimise trading strategies for short-term power and renewable assets.
* Monitor market trends, positions, and risk exposure, providing insights to senior management.
* Collaborate closely with analytics, risk, and technology teams to improve trading models and automation.
* Manage shift schedules and ensure full market coverage at all times.
* Mentor and develop traders, fostering a high-performance, disciplined, and compliant trading environment.
* Represent the desk in internal and external stakeholder discussions, including exchanges and counterparties.
Requirements:
* Proven experience in UK short-term power trading (intraday, day-ahead, or balancing markets).
* Previous management or leadership experience in a 24/7 trading environment.
* Strong understanding of GB power markets, market regulations, and risk management.
* Experience with renewable generation optimisation, particularly battery storage (BESS), is desirable.
* Excellent analytical and decision-making skills under pressure.
* Strong communication skills and ability to lead cross-functional teams.
* Proficiency in trading tools, Excel, and data analytics; experience with Python or VBA is a plus.
What We Offer:
* Competitive salary and performance-related bonus.
* Opportunity to lead a dynamic trading desk and influence strategy.
* Exposure to cutting-edge trading technology and renewable integration.
* Supportive and collaborative work environment with clear career progression.