Power Trader

CGS is hiring a Senior Renewables Power Trader based in Arroyo de la Encomienda, Spain. The role involves leading trading strategies for renewable energy assets across Southern Europe, focusing on short-term power trading and asset balancing. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in renewable asset trading, with proficiency in market analysis tools. Fluency in English and Spanish is required, and the position is primarily on-site.
Senior Renewables Power Trader
CGS is excited to offer an exclusive opportunity to lead the trading strategy for a dynamic Independent Power Producer (IPP) driving renewable energy transformation in Southern Europe. Our client, a pioneer in the solar PV and Wind sector, operates across Spain, Portugal, and Italy, actively developing projects that make a meaningful environmental and social impact.
As part of their continued expansion, they are seeking a Senior Renewables Power Trader to oversee and optimize short-term power trading and asset balancing activities, with a particular focus on the Iberian and broader Southern European / CWE markets. This is a high-impact role for a commercially driven trader with proven experience in maximizing value from renewable portfolios in Iberia and beyond.

Key Responsibilities:
Lead short-term power trading and renewable asset balancing (solar/wind) in Spain and across Southern Europe (Portugal, Italy), with the ability to support CWE expansion when applicable.
Monitor and optimize intraday and day-ahead trading strategies to maximize profitability while managing risk exposure.
Support the build-out of internal trading capabilities, processes, and systems to scale the trading desk alongside asset growth.
Identify market opportunities and contribute to the overall trading strategy and business development efforts.

Required Qualifications & Experience:
Minimum 3 years of professional experience in short-term power trading or balancing renewable assets in Spain.
Exposure to other markets in Iberia, Southern Europe (Portugal/Italy), and/or CWE is highly preferred.
Proficient in market analysis tools and platforms; Python or similar programming skills a plus.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills to operate in cross-functional and multicultural teams.

Language & Location Requirements:
Fluent in English and Spanish (both spoken and written).
Additional European languages (e.g., Portuguese, Italian, French, German) are an asset.
Must be eligible to live and work in Spain and willing to be based on-site (hybrid models considered).

What’s on Offer:
Work with a mission-driven IPP shaping the future of green energy in Southern Europe.
Leadership role with significant influence on trading strategy and revenue growth.
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Entrepreneurial and collaborative environment with clear growth opportunities.