Trade Control Analyst – Energy Trading

Job description

Trade Control Analyst – Energy Trading

International Energy Trading Firm

Salary: £55,000–£65,000 + bonus

Location: London – Hybrid

We are supporting a leading international energy trading business in the search for a Trade Control Analyst to join their Operations function in London. This is a great opportunity for a junior to early-career professional looking to build a career within Energy Trading. The role sits close to the trading activity, working alongside Trading and Operations teams and gaining broad exposure to the processes that support global energy markets.

We are particularly interested in candidates from Trade Control, Middle Office, Back Office or Energy Operations backgrounds. Experience within Gas, Power or Emissions would be beneficial, alongside a good understanding of trade operations and the wider trade lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor trade activity and perform day-to-day operational controls
• Investigate trade discrepancies, exceptions and operational issues
• Support trade amendments and lifecycle events
• Work closely with Trading and Operations teams to resolve issues
• Identify and escalate potential operational risks
• Ensure processes are followed and issues are taken through to resolution
• Support improvements to operational processes and controls
• Work with trade data and operational systems
• Maintain a high level of accuracy across daily activities

Required Experience

• Experience within Trade Control, Middle Office, Back Office or Operations
• Exposure to Energy Markets is highly beneficial
• Understanding of the trade lifecycle and how transactions move from booking through to settlement
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Proactive approach to investigating and resolving issues
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced and changing environment
• Good Excel skills would be beneficial
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience within an energy trading or commodity trading environment
• Exposure to Gas, Power or Emissions markets
• Experience working with trade data, reconciliations or operational controls
• Familiarity with energy trading systems
• An interest in developing a career within Energy Trading Operations

The Opportunity

This role would suit someone looking to take the next step in their career within Energy Trading Operations, offering the opportunity to work closely with front-office teams and develop a broad understanding of how trades are managed throughout their lifecycle. If you have a background in Trade Control, Middle Office or Energy Operations and are open to hearing about a new opportunity, please get in touch for a confidential conversation.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Full Time Jobs

Published at

04-09-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English