IN SHORT

Are you passionate about the European natural gas and electricity markets and want to play an active role in their further development? SEFE Energy is expanding its trading and sales activities and is looking for a Structured Trader to act as the key interface between trading and customers. In this role, you will design structured gas and electricity products, increase profitability, and drive the strategic growth of our portfolio in a dynamic market environment.

This position is limited to 24 months and is based in Kassel.

WHAT WILL YOU DO

Pricing & contract negotiation

• Negotiating and concluding structured gas and electricity products, taking into account risk and corporate objectives
• Accurate and timely recording of all sales offers and concluded deals in the relevant IT systems

Operational business development & portfolio growth

• Working closely with sales and trading to increase revenue and expand market share
• Proactively expanding the customer base – especially industrial customers
• Supporting the development of long-term customer relationships

Market Analysis & Strategic Alignment

• Conducting in-depth market analyses of trends, trading opportunities, and market dynamics in the European gas and electricity markets
• Derivation of strategic recommendations
• Identification of new business opportunities and further development of our product portfolio

Projects & Process Optimization

• Active participation in operational and strategic projects
• Further development of internal systems, tools, and processes
• Support in automation and standardization initiatives to increase efficiency

WHAT WILL YOU BRING

• Graduate (Bachelor's/Master's degree)
• University degree with a background in economics/technology, e.g., economics and/or comparable vocational training
• Knowledge of OTC commodity trading and experience with OTC and futures markets desirable
• Advanced IT skills, experience in Python is an advantage
• Very good time management and the ability to reliably achieve operational goals under time pressure
• Strong communication and coordination skills for working with internal and external partners
• High level of commitment and team spirit
• Business fluent German and English skills

ABOUT US

Securing Energy for Europe – it’s a simple statement, with a bold ambition. SEFE is not just our name, but also encompasses everything that drives us. To accomplish this, we’re taking immediate action to secure gas supply – but also looking forward, to explore our role in the European energy transformation and how we can contribute to a stable and sustainable future.  

SEFE, an international energy company, ensures the security of supply and drives the decarbonisation of its customers. SEFE’s activities span the energy value chain, from origination and trading to sales, transport, and storage. Through its decades-long expertise in trading and the development of its LNG business, SEFE has become one of the most important suppliers to industrial customers in Europe, with an annual sales volume of 200 TWh of gas and power. Its 50,000 customers range from small businesses to municipalities and multinational organisations. By investing in clean energies and especially in the hydrogen ecosystem, SEFE is contributing to the energy transition. The company employs around 2,000 people globally and is owned by the Federal Government of Germany.

Our international teams work across locations in Europe, Asia, and North America. We’re passionate about energy and the important role it can play in shaping a better future.  

Securing energy – now and for the future.