IN SHORT

Ready to push boundaries in European energy markets?

We’re looking for a client‑driven Structured Trader to join our Execution Desk in Manchester — someone who thrives on possibility, turns complexity into opportunity, and partners with clients to deliver outstanding commercial performance.

At SEFE, we don’t just trade gas, power and clean energy — we shape the markets of tomorrow.
What’s your possible? Let’s find out.

WHAT WILL YOU DO

• Drive profitable, forward‑looking Natural Gas, Power & Clean Energy strategies that balance ambition with smart risk management.
• Optimise structured trading across futures, options and swaps, adapting quickly to market shifts and evolving portfolio needs.
• Work with portfolio managers to deliver consistent results, execute client trades flawlessly, and improve EBITDA through accuracy and insight.
• Turn deep market research into actionable intelligence, identifying trading opportunities and delivering impactful reports for sales teams and customers.
• Build strong, trust‑based relationships with clients and brokers while collaborating closely with traders and analysts to shape trading ideas.
• Help design and enhance automated processes and digital trading solutions, streamlining workflows and building a best‑in‑class deal capture ecosystem.
• Contribute to IT innovation, new product development and emerging market channels, widening SEFE’s commercial footprint.

WHAT WILL YOU BRING

• Proven expertise managing customer positions and deep knowledge of OTC & Futures hedging and flow trading.
• Strong capability in pricing and structuring futures, forwards, swaps and options.
• Solid understanding of European Natural Gas & Power Markets; exposure to emissions and biofuels is a plus.
• Exceptional commercial instinct — you read markets, understand clients, and act decisively.
• Self‑motivation, resilience and the ability to thrive in a fast‑moving environment.
• Clear, confident communication and polished presentations that bring complex ideas to life across diverse audiences
• A track record of improving efficiency through better systems, processes or digital tools.
• Experience using machine learning in trading and proficiency in Python (desirable)

We will consider applications from recent graduates with a STEM or economics based degree who are keen to utilise their analytical mindset to develop a career in the energy sector.

ABOUT US

SEFE is an international energy company anchored in Europe, delivering energy solutions that ensure reliable and affordable supply. Our activities span the entire energy value chain – from origination and trading to sales, transport and storage. With decades of trading expertise and a growing LNG portfolio, SEFE is one of Europe’s leading suppliers to industrial customers, providing more than 200 TWh of gas and power each year. We supply over 50,000 clients, from small businesses to municipalities and multinational organisations. By investing in clean energies, we support our customers on their decarbonisation journey and contribute to the energy transition. SEFE employs over 2,000 people worldwide and is owned by the Federal Government of Germany.

Securing energy – now and for the future.

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