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Trading Analyst


Company : Drax


Location : Ipswich, Eastern


Created : 2025-05-02


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Trading Analyst Please read the information in this job post thoroughly to understand exactly what is expected of potential candidates.Permanent Selby/London/hybrid (3 days per week in the office)Tuesday 20th May 2025Who we are:Were not just talking about making adifference, were making it happen. We generate dispatchable, renewable powerand create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage,we have ambition to become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbonremovals.Youll be joining our teams ofpractical doers, future thinkers and business champions. Were enabling a zerocarbon, lower cost energy future for all, and working hard to decarbonise theplanet for generations to come.About the role:As part of the Trading andOptimisation team, the Trading Analyst will; Provide robust fundamental analysis, engage in trading strategies, develop and maintain models, review past analysis, own pricing tools and trading-decision models such as European Pricing models, option pricing and simulation models. Provide market and competitor intelligence and be spotting areas to add value.Be a key member of the team to support and direct the traders towards value, enabling them to make quick and informed decisions.Who were looking for:To be successful in this role youllideally have- Degree level education in a subject along the lines of science, maths, economics or engineering-A working knowledge of UK power markets and experience and understanding of power generation units - Solid experience with statistical and fundamental modelling using IT techniques such as; SQL, Python, Excel, Business Intelligence tools (Power BI); and be able to apply a pragmatic approach to large data structures.- A good understanding of the methods underlying linear and mixed integer programming with experience of building models and solving them with commercial optimiserswould be beneficial. Rewards and benefits:As you help us to shape the future,weve shaped our rewards and benefits to help you thrive andsupportyour lifestyle. If successful in thisrole youll get:- A discretionary bonus depending on company performance- Private Healthcare with Vitality- SAYE (Sharesave): discretionary scheme from time to time- Personal accident cover- Group personal pension plan where well pay up to 10%- Holiday 25 days plus bank holidays- Reimbursement of the cost of your annual membership of one relevant and appropriate professional bodyWere committed to making a tangibleimpact on the climate challenge we all face. Drax is where your individualpurpose can work alongside your career drive. We work as part of a team thatshares a passion for doing whats right for the future. With Drax you can shapeyour career and a future for generations to come.Together, we make it happen.At Drax, were committed to fosteringan environment where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of theirrole. To make this a reality, we actively work to better represent thecommunities we operate in, foster inclusion, and establish fair processes.Through these actions, we build the trust needed for all colleagues at Drax tocontribute their perspectives and talents, no matter their background. Find outmore about our approach here.How to apply:Think this roles for you? Click theapply now button to begin your Drax journey.If you want to find out more aboutDrax, check out our LinkedIn page to see our latest news.We understand that you may have someadditional questions about the role. If youd like to have a confidential chatto discuss the role in more detail, please email careers@drax.comWe reserve the right to close rolesearly when the particular role and / or location has had sufficientapplications.