Senior Power Trader (UK/EU Power Curves) — P&L Impact

Exxon Mobil Corporation; Greater London; On-site; GBP 85,000 - GBP 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A major oil and gas company in the UK is seeking a Senior Power Trader for their London trading team. This role requires developing and executing trade strategies across UK and Europe power curves while managing positions and identifying market opportunities. The ideal candidate should have 7-10 years of experience in GB/EU power markets, strong analytical skills, and a proven track record of generating P&L. The position offers a dynamic work environment and a chance to mentor junior traders.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of experience trading GB/EU power curve markets.
• Demonstrable speculative P&L and commercial impact.
• Understanding of forward asset optimization in power markets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute directional and spread trade strategies.
• Manage positions in response to market signals.
• Identify pricing inefficiencies to generate P&L.
• Analyse market data to generate trade ideas.
• Take ownership of trade strategies and maintain compliance.

Skills

Analysing large datasets

Proficient in Python

Proficient in SQL

Advanced Excel skills

Strong communication skills

Job description

A major oil and gas company in the UK is seeking a Senior Power Trader for their London trading team. This role requires developing and executing trade strategies across UK and Europe power curves while managing positions and identifying market opportunities. The ideal candidate should have 7-10 years of experience in GB/EU power markets, strong analytical skills, and a proven track record of generating P&L. The position offers a dynamic work environment and a chance to mentor junior traders.