Senior Commercial & Strategy Analyst (90k/Energy/Hybrid)

VANRATH is delighted to be supporting an exceptional global firm within the Energy sector to recruit a Senior Commercial Analyst as part of the commercial team. This exciting and varied role supports the Commercial Manager & Commercial Director to develop and execute commercial strategies, across all the commodity exposures.

In order to attract the very best talent on the market a generous remuneration package is on offer based on experience plus a range of benefits including:

• Competitive Salary, negotiable upwards of £80k
• Performance Bonus of up to 15%
• Extensive Health Care Package
• Pension plan
• Generous Annual leave
• Hybrid working
• Progression pathway

The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for the Gross Margin forecast for the firm's portfolio on the Island of Ireland. This will include the management of the fundamental/dispatch market modelling of all revenue (capacity, energy, ancillary revenue) and costs (fuel, variable operation & maintenance) associated with gross margin and strategies in support of:

• Commodity positions and hedging strategies in merchant energy markets
• Budgeting and monthly forecasting & for long term planning
• Business Development
• Transmission System Operator and Utility Regulator negotiations
• Commercial contracts
• Supports the negotiation of fuel, commodity, and hedge agreements to facilitate the trading of power, coal, gas, HFO, Gasoil and carbon including physical, futures, options and freight/transportation arrangements
• Produce comprehensive weekly and monthly reports on market position, key market analysis, hedging position, mtm position, credit exposure, credit cover etc.
• Responsible for risk management compliance monitoring and review of commercial activities on a regular basis to ensure that processes, policies, and procedures are being adhered to by the business.
• Assist with tendering, and commercial negotiation of key commercial contracts
• Assist with new build strategy formation and associated commercial analysis
• Support with management and the development of team members

The Ideal Person

The successful candidate should have a Third level qualification (degree preferred) in a business, legal or engineering related discipline or alternatively extensive relevant experience.

• Additionally, they should be able to demonstrate experience in the following:
• Gross Margin management & reporting
• Experience and knowledge of the Energy Sector in the Island of Ireland markets
• Knowledge and understanding of the UK and EU commodity markets including gas, coal, oil and carbon
• Understanding of commercial risk management strategies including hedging strategies and governance
• Knowledge of the technical, financial, and commercial risks and opportunities involved in managing and negotiating contracts

For information

If you think this role may be of interest to you, or you wish to discuss any other accountancy or finance jobs in Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Henry Webb at VANRATH in the strictest confidence.

About us

Established in 2000, VANRATH has become a market leader in Northern Ireland. This success is a direct result of our dedication to confidentiality, professionalism and the wealth of knowledge held by our Senior Consultants. VANRATH has a demonstrable track record in pairing the best local talent with leading local businesses.