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Australian Power Trader

Primary office location
Sydney
Date
07-Feb-2025
Permanent - Full time, Mid-level
Job category
Sales, Structuring & Trading

Join our APAC Power, Gas and Emissions team as an Australian Power Trader in Sydney. Our energy trading division has been pivotal in driving growth and shaping the future of energy markets.

While Macquarie offers hybrid working for many of our roles, this role does require 5 days a week in our office location.


At Macquarie, our advantage is bringing together diverse people and empowering them to shape all kinds of possibilities. We are a global financial services group operating in 34 markets and with 55 years of unbroken profitability. You’ll be part of a friendly and supportive team where everyone - no matter what role - contributes ideas and drives outcomes.

What role will you play?

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As an Australian Power Trader, you will play a crucial role in the strategic management of our power trading operations within the Australian market. You will be responsible for executing short and long-term trading strategies, optimising trading positions and ensuring the firm remains ahead of market trends and developments.

As an experienced member of the team, you will develop, implement and manage trading strategies for Australian electricity markets, monitor and analyse market data, trends and price signals to make informed trading decisions. You will also collaborate closely with our risk, analytics and research teams to maximise returns and manage portfolio risk effectively as well as maintain strong relationships with counterparties, brokers and industry participants

What you offer

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  • 2-4 years’ of proven experience in an Australian Power Financial Trading role, strong preference for candidates with OTC or Listed products experience 
  • Strong understanding of energy markets, power pricing models and financial derivatives
  • In-depth knowledge of market fundamentals, supply and demand dynamics and regulatory policies impacting power markets
  • Excellent quantitative and analytical skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced team-orientated environment
  • A proactive approach to identifying opportunities and managing risks
  • Experience with databases, power models, and programming
  • Relevant qualifications in finance, economics, engineering or a related field
We love hearing from anyone inspired to build a better future with us, if you're excited about the role or working at Macquarie we encourage you to apply.

About Commodities and Global Markets

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Commodities and Global Markets is a global business offering capital and financing, risk management, market access, physical execution and logistics solutions to its diverse client base across Commodities, Financial Markets and Asset Finance.

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

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We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and welcome all identities, including race, ethnicity, cultural identity, nationality, gender (including gender identity or expression), age, sexual orientation, marital or partnership status, parental, caregiving or family status, family and domestic violence status, neurodiversity, religion or belief, disability, or socio-economic background. We welcome further discussions on how you can feel included and belong at Macquarie as you progress through our recruitment process. To learn more, contact our team by clicking here.

Our aim is to provide reasonable adjustments to individuals who may need support during the recruitment process and through working arrangements. If you require additional assistance, please let us know in the application process.

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