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Compliance Analyst (Surveillance)


Company : Drax


Location : Tadcaster, North Yorkshire


Created : 2025-05-05


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Compliance Analyst (Surveillance) Full time, permanent Location SelbyWho we are:Were not just talking about making a difference, were making it happen. We generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals.Youll be joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and business champions. Were enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, and working hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come.About the role:Day to day youll aid in the development and maintenance of a surveillance framework that meets Draxs regulatory obligations to monitor trade and order activities for market abuse and facilitate with advisory and assurance compliance activities across the groups trading and generation businesses.Using your trade surveillance system experience you will investigate alerts and calibrate abuse patterns, and feed this information to the business as required.Youll provide support in the development and maintenance of an effective compliance framework that meets Draxs regulatory, industry codes and generation licence obligations, protecting the business against regulatory sanctions and reputational risk to preserve Draxs licence to operate. Youll demonstrate an understanding of energy/financial wholesale markets and will increase your knowledge in the regulated risks associated with Energy Market regulatory framework, including but not limited to REMIT, MAR, MiFID II, EMIR, TCLC, S&P and FSMA/RAO.Your negotiation and communication skills will be key to success in this role, working collaboratively with multiple stakeholders throughout the business, including Generation, IT, Treasury, Trading & support functions, building trust, confidence and respect whilst challenging the status quo.Who were looking for:Youll be educated to degree level with hands on experience using a Trade Surveillance system in your previous role. Experience using the Scila system would be ideal, however we are more interested in your Data Analytics experience and ability to model and understand complex data sets and identify solutions to data queries! We can teach you the rest!In a varying and fast-paced environment, youll also be involved in investigations, including large volumes of data gathering, complex analysis, conducting interviews, developing/presenting conclusions and recommendations to management. Youll be constructive in your approach, lead by example and have a strong moral compass.Rewards and benefits:As you help us to shape the future, weve shaped our rewards and benefits to help you thrive and support your lifestyle. If successful in this role youll get: A discretionary bonus depending on company performance Private Healthcare with Vitality SAYE (Sharesave): discretionary scheme from time to timePersonal 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 tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face. Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. We work as part of a team that shares a passion for doing whats right for the future. With Drax you can shape your career and a future for generations to come.Together, we make it happen.At Drax, were committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we actively work to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and establish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed for all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no matter their background. Find out more about our approach here.Talk to us about flexible working! How to apply:Think this roles for you? Click the apply now button to begin your Drax journey. If you want to find out more about Drax, check out our LinkedIn page to see our latest news. We understand that you may have some additional questions about the role. If youd like to have a confidential chat to discuss the role in more detail, please email careers@drax.com