Requirements: English
Company: CGS
Region: Madrid , Community of Madrid
Senior Renewables Power Trader
CGS is excited to offer an exclusive opportunity to lead the trading strategy for a dynamic Independent Power Producer (IPP) driving renewable energy transformation in Southern Europe. Our client, a pioneer in the solar PV and Wind sector, operates across Spain, Portugal, and Italy, actively developing projects that make a meaningful environmental and social impact.
As part of their continued expansion, they are seeking a Senior Renewables Power Trader to oversee and optimize short-term power trading and asset balancing activities, with a particular focus on the Iberian and broader Southern European / CWE markets. This is a high-impact role for a commercially driven trader with proven experience in maximizing value from renewable portfolios in Iberia and beyond.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead short-term power trading and renewable asset balancing (solar/wind) in Spain and across Southern Europe (Portugal, Italy), with the ability to support CWE expansion when applicable.
- Monitor and optimize intraday and day-ahead trading strategies to maximize profitability while managing risk exposure.
- Support the build-out of internal trading capabilities, processes, and systems to scale the trading desk alongside asset growth.
- Identify market opportunities and contribute to the overall trading strategy and business development efforts.
Required Qualifications Experience:
- Minimum 3 years of professional experience in short-term power trading or balancing renewable assets in Spain.
- Exposure to other markets in Iberia, Southern Europe (Portugal/Italy), and/or CWE is highly preferred.
- Proficient in market analysis tools and platforms; Python or similar programming skills a plus.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills to operate in cross-functional and multicultural teams.
Language Location Requirements:
- Fluent in English and Spanish (both spoken and written).
- Additional European languages (e.g., Portuguese, Italian, French, German) are an asset.
- Must be eligible to live and work in Spain and willing to be based on-site (hybrid models considered).
Whats on Offer:
- Work with a mission-driven IPP shaping the future of green energy in Southern Europe.
- Leadership role with significant influence on trading strategy and revenue growth.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Entrepreneurial and collaborative environment with clear growth opportunities.