Trading Analyst

Trading Analyst
Permanent
Selby/London/hybrid (3 days per week in the office)

Tuesday 20th May 2025

Who we are:

We're not just talking about making adifference, we're making it happen. We generate dispatchable, renewable powerand create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage,we have ambition to become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbonremovals.

You'll be joining our teams ofpractical doers, future thinkers and business champions. We're enabling a zerocarbon, lower cost energy future for all, and working hard to decarbonise theplanet for generations to come.

About the role:

As part of the Trading andOptimisation team, the Trading Analyst will;

Providerobust fundamental analysis, engage in trading strategies, develop andmaintain models, review past analysis, own pricing tools andtrading-decision models such as European Pricing models, option pricingand simulation models.
Providemarket and competitor intelligence and be spotting areas to add value.
Bea key member of the team to support and direct the traders towards value,enabling them to make quick and informed decisions.

Who we're looking for:

To be successful in this role you'llideally have

- Degreelevel education in a subject along the lines of science, maths, economicsor engineering
- Aworking knowledge of UK power markets and experience and understanding ofpower generation units
- Solidexperience with statistical and fundamental modelling using IT techniquessuch as; SQL, Python, Excel, Business Intelligence tools (Power BI); andbe able to apply a pragmatic approach to large data structures.
- Agood understanding of the methods underlying linear and mixed integerprogramming with experience of building models and solving them withcommercial optimiserswould be beneficial.

Rewards and benefits:

As you help us to shape the future,we've shaped our rewards and benefits to help you thrive andsupport
your lifestyle. If successful in thisrole you'll get:

- Adiscretionary bonus depending on company performance
- PrivateHealthcare with Vitality
- SAYE(Sharesave): discretionary scheme from time to time
- Personalaccident cover
- Grouppersonal pension plan where we'll pay up to 10%
- Holiday25 days plus bank holidays
- Reimbursementof the cost of your annual membership of one relevant and appropriateprofessional body

We're committed to making a tangibleimpact on the climate challenge we all face. Drax is where your individualpurpose can work alongside your career drive. We work as part of a team thatshares a passion for doing what's right for the future. With Drax you can shapeyour career and a future for generations to come.

Together, we make it happen.

At Drax, we're committed to fosteringan environment where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of theirrole. To make this a reality, we actively work to better represent thecommunities we operate in, foster inclusion, and establish fair processes.Through these actions, we build the trust needed for all colleagues at Drax tocontribute their perspectives and talents, no matter their background. Find outmore about our approach here.

How to apply:

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