A growing Irish energy company is seeking a Head of Trading & Portfolio Management to establish and lead a new trading function. This role will manage power and gas portfolios, drive trading performance, oversee risk management, and support the companys growth strategy. Responsibilities: Build and lead the Dublin Trading Team, managing all trading operations Manage demand portfolios via forwards/CfDs, PPAs, OTC, and exchange-traded instruments to minimise imbalance and portfolio risk Develop and implement hedging strategies (including VaR or similar methodologies) Oversee the development of ETRM and Portfolio Management systems Devise and maintain optimal procurement and trading strategies for electricity and gas within the I-SEM Collaborate with the commercial team on pricing strategies and new product development Ensure full compliance with REMIT, EMIR, and other relevant trading regulations Candidate Requirements: Strong knowledge of I-SEM and All-Island gas markets, with familiarity across wider European energy markets Proven experience in portfolio management within a power or gas supply business Expertise in hedging strategy design, market analysis, and risk management tools Experience developing trading capabilities and responding to market or policy changes Leadership experience managing teams In-depth understanding of energy market instruments (IBP/NIBP/NBP/EU gas, ISEM/GB/EU power, coal, emissions). Knowledge of regulatory and compliance frameworks including REMIT, EMIR, and the Trading & Settlement Code Strong commercial awareness, analytical ability, and strategic mindset Skills: OTC derivatives energy trading gas power trading portfolio management hedging Risk Management Benefits: Group Life Assurance Laptop Medical Aid / Health Care Paid Holidays Mobile Phone Pension Fund Performance Bonus