Senior Trading Analyst

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Job Summary

Job Description

Key Accountabilities

Analytics Support:

•Develop and deploy analytics models to support trading strategies and improve operational efficiencies

•Conduct data analysis to identify potential trading opportunities and market trends

•Create and maintain reports and dashboards to track KPIs and trading metrics 

Market Research:

•Stay updated with market trends, regulatory changes, and technological advancements in the energy trading sector

•Conduct market research and prepare reports for internal stakeholders

•Assist in preparing market reports and communicating analytical findings to various stakeholders 

Collaboration:

•Work closely with other analysts, IT, traders, and other Commercial stakeholders to align analytics initiatives with business priorities

•Participate in team meetings and contribute to the development of trading strategies

Ensure effective communication and collaboration within the team to support decision-making processes

Education, Experience & Skill Requirements

•Training in finance, economics, engineering, data science, mathematics and statistics

•Proficiency in coding with Python and, ideally, experience in software development.

•Proven experience in algo design, quantitative analysis, and advanced modeling including implementation of machine learning and AI solutions

•3+ years of relevant work experience (ideally on a trading desk, in quantitative analysis or operations research within a commodity trading context).

•Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with senior analysts and traders.

•Deep expertise in energy markets, including a strong familiarity with trading commodities and interpreting market, credit, and operational risks across multiple commodities and assets. Demonstrated commitment to staying updated with market trends and developments.

Key Metrics

•Measurable improvements in trading performance through the effective use of analytics models

•Contribution to targeted P&L outcomes by identifying and capitalizing on trading opportunities

•Effective team collaboration and continuous learning and development 

Job Family

Trading

Company

Luminant Energy Company LLC

Locations

Irving, Texas

Texas

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