Senior Proprietary Energy Trader
greenlandcommodities
| Company | greenlandcommodities |
| Category | Finance |
| Location | Prague |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Senior |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| First seen | 27 Jul 2026 (the employer did not state a posting date) |
| Last verified | 12 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (bamboohr) |
Description
Senior Proprietary Energy Trader
About Us
Greenland Commodities is a science & technology based, fast-paced growing trading house, located in the heart of Europe – Prague. We unite our international trading experiences with science and technology supported by well-educated experts in their niche fields. Our trading desks focus on variety of trading products; mainly power, gas, oil, coal, and certificates across 20 countries and 12 energy exchanges.
Job Description:
We are looking for a Lead/Senior Power Trader with a strong understanding of cross-commodity markets to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and optimizing our portfolio for the whole curve.
Responsibilities:
• Develop and execute strategies for major European power & gas markets from DA to Y+1, taking into account cross-commodity relations and market volatility.
• Develop fundamental models and understanding for corresponding markets; provide market insights and forecasts to support decision-making.
• Maintain strong relationships with market participants and stakeholders, and stay abreast of regulatory changes and market developments affecting different energy commodities.
• Provide support and help to Quant Team to enhance research tools for the respective markets.
• Help automation processes and make a contribution to algorithmic trading.
• Collaborate with the risk management team to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements, and to manage portfolio risks.
Qualifications:
• Relevant education in Finance, Math, Physics, Economics, or comparable quantitative studies.
• 3+ years of experience in trading the European energy markets
• Solid trading track record in corresponding markets.
• Knowledge and understanding of the European and Global Energy Complex.
• Active proprietary trading of energy markets.
• Ability to take calculated trading decisions and stick to risk management guidelines.
• Excellent time management and communication skills including significant attention to detail.
• Strong mathematical skills and structured thinking.
• Ability to execute under pressure in a fast-paced environment alongside confidence, accountability, and decisiveness.
• Experience in cross-commodity optimizations.
• Programming skills in Python, and MATLAB are a plus.
• A MSc degree is a plus.
What We Offer:
• Competitive Salary + bonus scheme upon satisfactory results.
• Opportunity to develop your own strategies.
• A good insight into the energy market and the impact of the energy transition.
• 4 weeks of vacation +1 week extra vacation.
• 3 sick days/year + 1 day birthday leave.
• Multisport Card Access and Contribution
• Fully equipped kitchen with free coffee, tea, various snacks, and other refreshments.
• Meal support (added to salary).
• Yearly public transport support.
Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted for further evaluation.
Thank you for considering joining our innovative team at Greenland Commodities – where science, technology, and trading converge for unparalleled success!
Important: Please apply only if you are based in Europe.