Overview
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Responsibilities
* Collaborating on the definition and implementation of energy sales optimization strategies and hedging policies to maximize portfolio profits and minimize market and operational risks in a volatile power market.
* Designing, developing, and implementing algorithms and mathematical/statistical models to evaluate portfolio performance under different market conditions and analyze the impact of hedging strategies.
* Contributing to the development of innovative automated solutions for asset optimization and trading.
* Identifying opportunities for data automation to improve efficiency and accuracy in energy trading and risk management activities.
* Conducting backtesting of strategies and analyzing performance of different assets and trading strategies.
* Developing and defining tools to facilitate the analysis and visualization of portfolio positions and the evaluation of hedges, ensuring proper reporting of P&L and risk metrics.
* Monitoring the performance of data automation processes and identifying further optimization opportunities while managing modern cloud platform tools.
* Manage an Energy Trading and Risk Management (ETRM) system.
Qualifications
* Relevant academic background in a quantitative field (e.g., Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Finance, Computer Science).
* 1–4 years of experience in the energy sector (e.g., energy management, trading, or consulting) as a Quantitative Analyst or in a similar role.
* Knowledge of trade support, trade settlement, and risk management processes.
* Expertise in using databases (e.g., SQL or similar).
* Proficient in programming and analytical tools (Python, R, MatLab, or similar environments).
* Proven experience with automation techniques for data collection and management, including the use of APIs and FTPs.
* Advanced knowledge of Excel, including macros, custom functions, and VBA.
* Familiarity with Azure cloud infrastructure is a big plus.
* Strong analytical mindset with a problem-solving attitude.
* Ability to communicate complex technical topics clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
* Solid understanding of the energy business, including trading and finance concepts.
* Self-starter with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and take initiative, always seeking opportunities to improve processes and solutions.
About ContourGlobal
ContourGlobal, a KKR Company, is an established Independent Power Producer (IPP) developing, acquiring, and operating electricity generation and storage assets worldwide. The company manages 5.3 GW of installed capacity across different power generation technologies and asset categories, with an additional 1 GW of renewables under construction and a further 9.8 GW under development. The operational footprint extends to 18 countries across Europe, Africa, Asia, North and South America. ContourGlobal is committed to speeding up the decarbonization of its portfolio through sustainable transitions, repowering of renewable assets, and organic development of new renewable projects. The company has a history of collaboration with communities, institutions, and customers through long-term contracts or innovative PPAs and energy management solutions.
Values
* "We" is our greatest asset
* We respect and protect the environment
* We are doers, committed to doing things right
* We act with integrity and transparency
* We think and act like entrepreneurs
Job details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
* Industries: Electric Power Generation
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ContourGlobal provides equal employment opportunities and maintains a diverse workforce that reflects the communities and markets we serve.
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