Lead proprietary short-term trading across GB, European, and Australian electricity markets to drive team P&L
Execute weather window, day-ahead, and intra-day trading; manage positions and optimise costs
Develop, test, and refine trading strategies including systematic, algorithmic, and cross-border approaches
Establish the Australian spot trading desk: operational standards, workflows, and risk controls
Build and maintain relationships with AEMO and market counterparties
Own the dispatch optimisation strategy for SmartestEnergy's BESS portfolio in the NEM
Develop and implement strategies across the full revenue stack: energy arbitrage, FCAS, cap contracts, and shaped products
Support the implementation of SmartestEnergy's global optimisation platform in the Australian market
Provide leadership and mentorship to the shift team
Work collaboratively across the global spot desk, trading, and structuring functions to achieve commercial targets
Ensure accurate ETRM recording; execute trades and coordinate with bilateral counterparties

Minimum 5 years' experience in spot electricity markets with a demonstrable commercial track record
Experience in algorithmic, systematic, or cross-border trading strategies
Degree in a numerical field (Mathematics, Engineering, Economics, or related)
Proficiency in Python, R, or SQL beneficial
Experience in Australian energy markets (NEM/AEMO) strongly preferred
Experience with BESS or storage asset optimisation highly desirable
Experience establishing or significantly building a trading desk desirable
Ability to handle complex numerical data and perform detailed analysis.

A genuine commitment to smarter working – we recognise your work/life balance matters
Competitive base salary & yearly bonuses
Leave Benefits
Paid Parental, Service, Wellbeing & Birthday leave
Employee Assistance Program
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Employee Health and Wellbeing Platform
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Personal development and coaching opportunities.
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Senior Spot Trader

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