Energy Trader

5 days ago


Calgary, Alberta, Canada Transalta Full time
About the Role

TransAlta is seeking a skilled Energy Trader to join our team, reporting directly to the Manager of Trading and Mid-Marketing. This role is integral to the success and growth of the East Term desk, where the focus is on generating and executing speculative trading strategies while managing risk.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Maintain a strategic focus on Eastern Power Markets, identifying opportunities for growth and optimization.
  2. Achieve an annual profit and loss target of $2-$5 million, managing risk and ensuring alignment with company objectives.
  3. Manage a Value at Risk (VaR) allocation of up to $1 million, making informed decisions to minimize risk exposure.
  4. Conduct analysis for new business lines and structured transactions, providing recommendations for growth and expansion.
  5. Conduct fundamental research and generate trade ideas in power and gas markets, staying up-to-date on market trends and developments.
  6. Provide backup support for Manager as needed, ensuring seamless execution of trading strategies.
Requirements
  1. Preferred bachelor's degree in Engineering, Economics, Finance, or Mathematics, with a strong foundation in mathematical modeling and data analysis.
  2. Over 5 years of pertinent market and trading experience, with a proven track record of success in energy trading.
  3. Profound understanding of Eastern ISO markets, power generation fundamentals, fuels, FTRs/congestion, and risk management principles.
  4. Aptitude for rapid information processing and decision-making, with the ability to analyze complex data sets and make informed decisions.
  5. Extensive expertise in modeling commodities derivatives, with a strong understanding of financial markets and instruments.
  6. Proven capability to articulate strategy, risk assessment, and deal execution to colleagues and leadership, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  7. Demonstrated efficiency in time management for research, analysis, and continuous professional growth, with a strong commitment to ongoing learning and development.

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