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Energy Trade Specialist

Istanbul Kalıcı View Job Description
The Energy Trader will be responsible for analyzing electricity market dynamics, managing trading activities, and developing Power Purchase Agreements by working closely with internal teams and external market stakeholders. This role requires strong analytical capabilities, market awareness, and the ability to translate price forecasts and data insights into commercial trading decisions.

Updated on 03/03/2026

  • Strong analytical capabilities
  • Fluent English

About Our Client

The company is a leading player in the energy retail market with a strong focus on sustainable growth, market-driven solutions, and operational excellence.
It operates within a dynamic and highly regulated energy ecosystem, offering professionals exposure to complex energy markets and large-scale trading operations.

Job Description



  • Monitor and analyze electricity market prices, including Market Clearing Price (PTF) and balancing power markets.


  • Develop, negotiate, and manage Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) with power producers and market participants.


  • Collaborate with traders, market operators, and internal stakeholders to improve trading and operational processes.


  • Conduct price forecasting and market analysis to support energy sales and trading strategies.


  • Actively communicate with power generation companies to sell electricity and manage commercial relationships.


  • Track market trends, regulatory changes, and developments in the Turkish and European energy markets.


  • Use data analytics tools (e.g. Python, SQL, Excel) to support market analysis and trading decisions.


  • Work as part of a 7-10 person trading/market team, contributing to team objectives and knowledge sharing.


  • Support team leads and contribute to continuous improvement of trading strategies and processes.



The Successful Applicant



  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Industrial, Electrical, Mechanical, Energy, or similar); MBA is a strong plus.


  • Proven experience in energy trading, energy markets, balancing power markets, or market analysis.


  • Solid understanding of PTF, EPİAŞ mechanisms, and electricity market pricing dynamics.


  • Experience or strong interest in PPA structures and commercial negotiations.


  • Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and market signals effectively.


  • Proficiency in Excel; knowledge of Python and/or SQL is highly desirable.


  • Good communication skills; able to work cross-functionally and manage external stakeholder relationships.


  • Team-oriented, proactive, and comfortable working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.


  • Outgoing, commercially mindeed, and confident in market-facing roles.



What's on Offer

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Consultant
Cansu Özdemir
Quote job ref
JN-082025-6804800

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Energy/Water/Environment
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Istanbul
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Cansu Özdemir
Job Reference
JN-082025-6804800