Sales Trader
Engie · Tokyo
*Please note that this position will be based in either Singapore or Japan.
This role in the S&EM APAC Origination team will capitalize on the exciting opportunities arising in the Japan markets from the ongoing energy transition. It involves working with a diverse range of structured contracts, including oil, gas, power, and carbon/renewable products.
Key Responsibilities :
- Identify and deliver revenue by originating transactions and business opportunities with clients in the Japan across energy & power derivatives and green solutions
- Quote prices and execute trades with clients in various commodity products for clients in Japan
- Build and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and exceptional customer service.
- Develop innovative ideas to assist clients in their risk management in a complex and fast-moving environment.
- Stay updated on industry news, events, and market movements to provide timely information and insights to clients.
- Prepare concise and compelling presentations and reports, leveraging excellent spreadsheet skills.
- Collaborate with different support teams such as KYC/Credit/Legal on the onboarding process
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Economics with 3 to 5 years’ of relevant experience in a trading/banking environment.
- Possess existing relationships with key energy and power players in Japan. Similar exposure in rest of APAC will be an added advantage.
- Possess experience with global markets products, preferably commodity derivatives for corporate clients
- Proven track record of success in the development, negotiation and management of client facing origination activities.
- Solid understanding of energy trading
- Experience in negotiating structured contracts and underlying financing arrangements of energy projects will be a distinct advantage.
- Be conversant in English and Japanese. Able to work with international teams
Competencies
- Demonstrate strong problem-solving abilities, including issue perception, analysis, practical thinking, creativity, and innovation.
- Possess an entrepreneurial spirit to drive new business and processes
- Exhibit effective facilitation skills, demonstrating a pragmatic and proactive approach
- Take initiative and possess a strong aptitude for learning.
- Possess a client-centric approach and invest time in building relationships
- Actively contribute as a collaborative team player.