This is an exciting opportunity to join our Commodity Markets & Finance business within the Commodities and Global Markets division, where you will be part of the Physical Operations & Optimisation team, responsible for the management, monitoring and optimisation of Macquarie’s gas and power activity in Europe.
At Macquarie, we are working to create lasting value for our communities, our clients and our people. We are a global financial services group operating in 34 markets and with 54 years of unbroken profitability. You’ll be part of a supportive team where everyone - no matter what role - contributes ideas and drive outcomes.
What role will you play?
You will work within the Physical Operations & Optimisation team, scheduling physical gas and power trading positions for trading and client business activities across Europe. Through this activity, you will interact with the broader trading and sales team and also external gas transport system and power grid operators. As an analyst, you will be responsible for (but not limited to) power and gas trading for optimisation purposes, participating in power auctions, the management of Power Purchase Agreements for power stations. In addition to this daily activity, you will be required to participate in and manage projects to set up new business activities from an operational perspective as the business grows into new areas.
What you offer
- Experience working in European gas & power markets, or a keen interest in understanding energy markets desirable.
- Strong analytical and technical skills.
- Highly motivated and proactive individual with ability to sustain a high level of performance under pressure with short deadlines and being able to prioritise between detailed day to day activity, problem solving and longer-term projects.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills - additional European languages including German, French or Spanish would be desirable.
We love hearing from anyone inspired to build a better future with us, if you're excited about the role or working at Macquarie we encourage you to apply.
Macquarie employees can access a wide range of benefits which, depending on eligibility criteria and location, include:
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
- One wellbeing leave day per year and minimum 25 days of annual leave.
- Primary carers are eligible for minimum 20 weeks paid leave and minimum 6 weeks for secondary carer
- Paid volunteer leave and donation matching
- Range of benefits to support your physical, psychological and financial wellbeing
- Employee Assistance Program
- Recognition and service awards
About Commodities and Global Markets
In Commodities and Global Markets you will be part of a global business offering capital and financing, risk management, market access, physical execution and logistics solutions to its diverse client base.
Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
We are committed to providing a working environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion. As an inclusive employer, Macquarie does not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marriage, civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, race (including color and ethnic or national origins), religion or belief.
