We are seeking a Head of Power Trading to lead a high-performance speculative trading desk within a well-capitalized trading firm. This is a rare opportunity to take full ownership of strategy, risk, and P&L across North American power markets.
Responsibilities
- Lead and scale the power trading desk with a focus on speculative short‑term and term trading.
- Develop, implement, and refine trading strategies across ISO markets (PJM, MISO, ERCOT, CAISO, NYISO).
- Manage a team of traders and analysts, ensuring disciplined risk management and strong commercial performance.
- Identify new market opportunities, optimize positions, and drive innovation in trading models and data usage.
- Partner with senior leadership on capital allocation, technology, and growth initiatives.
Experience
- Proven track record of strong P&L generation in North American power markets.
- Expertise in physical, term, and virtual power trading.
- Deep understanding of fundamentals, congestion, and ISO market dynamics.
- Strong leadership and mentoring ability with a commercial mindset.
- Entrepreneurial approach suited to a fast-moving, speculative environment.
Seniority Level
Executive
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Finance, Information Technology, and Management
Industries
Securities and Commodity Exchanges, Financial Services, and Utilities
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid paternity leave
- Paid maternity leave
Head of Power Trading in new york at Unknown Company
This position is listed as full time and onsite.