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    Help us make a big green dent in the universe. We're on a mission to drive the global renewable energy revolution, and we need loads more people to help us make our vision a reality.

    Working closely with trading, risk, and origination colleagues to help Octopus navigate the energy transition. We believe in applying technology efficiently to help decarbonise the grid. We’ve done this through transparent tariffs, turn-down projects or clever EV charging. Also, we have a growing renewable and battery portfolio!

    We are looking for an energy trader to help with our activities in the UK. In this role you will work on contributing to execution of our hedging and trading strategies for our demand, renewable assets and flexibility portfolios. You will help us to source renewable energy certificates for all our customers.

    What youll do

    • Optimising trading for Octopus’ portfolio, including power and gas supply, PPAs, flexibility assets and renewable certificates
    • Ensure trading is executed within agreed risk limits
    • Monitor fundamental and technical developments in wholesale markets
    • Ensure trades are booked, nominated and scheduled accurately
    • Contribute analysis to support Octopus’ hedging strategies, pricing and risk premia
    • Help and educate across the team/organisation

    What youll need

    • Experience in the UK/European Power and Gas markets with a focus on trading and risk management
    • Quantitative degree with strong statistical/mathematical skills
    • Strong python skills and experience with the scientific stack
    • Strong problem solving skills in a fast-paced environment
    • Good communication skills
    • Knowledge of renewable certificates is beneficial

    Why else youll love it here

    • Wondering what the salary for this role is? Just ask us! On a call with one of our recruiters it's something we always cover as we genuinely want to match your experience with the correct salary. The reason why we don't advertise is because we honestly have a degree of flexibility and would never want salary to be a reason why someone doesn't apply to Octopus - what's more important to us is finding the right octofit!
    • Octopus Energy is a unique culture. An organisation where people learn, decide, and build quicker. Where people work with autonomy, alongside a wide range of amazing co-owners, on projects that break new ground. We want your hard work to be rewarded with perks you actually care about! We won best company to work for in 2022, on Glassdoor we were voted 50 best places to work in 2022 and our Group CEO, Greg has recorded a podcast about our culture and how we empower our people. We’ve also been placed in the top 10 companies for senior leadership
    • Visit our UK perks hub - Octopus Employee Benefits

    If this all sounds like you then we'd love to hear from you.

    At Octopus, we're looking for genuinely decent people who are honest and empathetic. Our people are our strongest asset and the unique skills and perspectives people bring to the team are the driving force of our success. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute. Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities, an inclusive work environment, and fairness for everyone.