Short Term Power Trader

WHO WE ARE

ENGIE is a global energy company a leading provider of electricity natural gas and energy services. With 153090 employees in more than 70 countries worldwide ENGIE achieved revenue of 55.8 billion in 2020. ENGIE is committed to being a leader in the energy transition. We are looking for talented and motivated people to create the future of energy. Join a rewarding and flexible work environment that encourages innovation and creativity and help us meet the energy challenges of today and tomorrow.
Supply & Energy Management (S&EM) is one of ENGIEs Business Business Entity bringing together the B2B Supply and energy management activities aims to develop new geographies in order to accelerate the supply and management of low-carbon energy for our customers thus creating value for the Group

We deliver services in supply and logistics management asset management risk management market access management while contributing to the market understanding design and efficiency and developing market solutions to accelerate the energy transition.S&EM manages one of the largest and most diversified energy portfolios in Europe including electricity natural gas LNG bulk commodities and environmental products.

WHAT WILL BE YOUR ROLE

Job title: Short Term Power Trader
Role: Responsible for Short Term Trading and Scheduling
Seniority: Mid to senior level (experienced)
Location: Tokyo Japan

Main activities
Trading and hedging short term physical power in Japan and being accountable for the short term book P&L performance. Trading horizon covers short-term JEPX spot auction and intraday market
The person shall also be the head of Expertise Center (EC) Short Term in Japan power physical trading business including trade life cycle nomination gird code
Proactively evaluate new momentum in the market and actively catch trading opportunities
Maximise the value from solar balancing VPPA and other portfolio
Able to reconcile PnL reports should disagreement occurs
Ensure the appropriate market coverage (trading scheduling) including staffing that satisfies the various stage of the business as it grows
Work closely with Head of Japan power other traders and originators to form long lasting business strategies for the desk
Initiate new ideas for big structural deals. Innovate new profitable revenue streams. Elevate relationship alongside sales person
Actively participate in the structuring of new business opportunities and advise the originator on the economics /feasibility
Responsible for ensuring that the new business structures (PPA BalancingServices others) are smoothly and profitably implemented
Add ideas to client presentations and reports upon request
Troubleshoot issues which may occur in physical power trading and delivery phases
Liaise with various internal teams such as KYC Legal Tax IT Middle Office and Back Office on various trade life cycle matters
Lead and accelerate the market analysis relating to the short term trading scop

YOUR PROFILE

Minimum 5 years experience in Japan power trading or power scheduling ()
In-depth knowledge in physical life cycle Japan power
In-depth understanding in various drivers of Japan power market as well as global energy markets (oil gas macro carbon regulations etc.)
Entrepreneurship to build business thinking outside of the box
Excellent team player
Analytical thinker learner curious and keen to push for creative ideas enthusiastic about what he/she is doing and passionate about market
Personal effectiveness: rigorous accountable and Methodic thinking. Able to make decision collectively when needed or independently when there is environmental constraints.
Attention to detail and problem solver
Able to work with time pressure with strict deadlines
Ability to multi-task and work under minimal supervision
Excellent communication skills and ability to prepare presentations
MS Office computer skills VBA/database development would be an asset
Strong work ethic ability to work independently and responsibly
Native level Japanese (reading writing speaking) and advanced English language skills (TOEIC 750 or better)

Working place
Tokyo Gran Tokyo South Tower