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 company's 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
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