Head of Trading

Who are GridBeyond? 

GridBeyond are a green tech energy scale-up company, with big plans to disrupt the energy sector on a relentless course to achieve our vision of delivering a global zero carbon future. With well-established roots in the demand side response space, we have expanded our commercial strategic thinking and product portfolio to enable us to break new global market barriers.  

How do GridBeyond do this?

We do this by living our Mission, leveraging AI to innovate and collaborate with our customers creating optimal value from renewable energy generation, demand and storage to deliver a zero-carbon future.

What’s the business and culture like?

Over the last 24 months, we have doubled the amount of people that work with us and expanded our business operations over an international landscape.  With people working in Ireland, UK, US, Japan and Australia-we are company that understands the importance of connection and thrive on the purpose of our work. We are proud to contribute to a greener, cleaner world for everyone to live in.

What’s this role about?

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head of Trading to lead our trading team and drive profitability for our energy trading desk. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in energy trading, exceptional leadership skills, and a proven track record of success in managing trading activities within the energy sector.

What will I be doing?

• Develop and implement trading strategies: Develop and execute trading strategies to optimize profitability and manage risk in alignment with the company's overall goals and market conditions.
• Lead trading team: Provide leadership and direction to the trading team, in managing and implement trading strategies for utility scale volumes of BESS, Wind , Solar & DR assets.
• Ensure efficient and effective operation and co-ordination between trading strategy and trading operations teams.
• Risk Management: Implement robust risk management practices to monitor and mitigate trading risks, including market, credit, and operational risks.
• Market analysis: Stay abreast of market developments, trends, and regulatory changes in the energy sector to inform trading strategies and decision-making.
• Relationship management: Build and maintain relationships with key counterparties, including customers, brokers, and exchanges, to facilitate trading activities and identify new opportunities.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and internal policies governing trading activities, including reporting requirements and ethical standards.
• Performance Monitoring: Monitor and analyse trading performance, including P&L, trading metrics, and key performance indicators, to assess effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including risk management, finance, operations, and legal, to support business objectives and optimize trading activities
• Guiding the evolution of our global market leading forecasting and optimization platform capabilities working closely with our product team.

What do I need to be a good technical fit for this role?

• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Proven experience (10+ years) in energy trading, with a deep understanding of energy markets, products, and trading strategies.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing high-performing teams.
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to analyze complex data and make informed trading decisions.
• Proficiency in trading platforms and market analysis tools.
• Solid understanding of risk management principles and practices.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and negotiate effectively.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, with a strong focus on results and continuous improvement.

What behaviors are rewarded at GridBeyond?

• Customer Obsession- We keep our customers at the forefront of every decision we make.

• Relentless- We push beyond boundaries, overcome obstacles. We refuse to give up and will never settle for less than world class.

• Integrity - We are committed to conducting ourselves with honesty, ethics, and transparency. We foster trust and respect with our colleagues, customers and partners.
• Agility- We value agility and the willingness to embrace new ideas and technologies.

• Collaboration- We foster a culture of cooperation, communication, and shared

Can you tell me about the benefits?

• Excellent salary and overall package commensurate to experience
• 33 paid days off per year (including bank holidays), that increases over time
• Pension with generous employer contribution
• Paid market leading medical cover plan with Irish Life or Medical allowance if you prefer
• Self- development funding
• Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Flexible and hybrid working model