Short term gas trader
Fascinated by energy markets? Enjoy challenging the status quo and spotting opportunities? Join us as a gas trader and make a real impact at our global, industry-leading trading company.
Here’s what the job entails
In the role, your primary focus will be to trade within the short-term European gas markets.
More specifically, your responsibilities include:
- optimising our asset portfolio in the short-term markets
- participating in shift rotations for our 24/7 trading operation
- participating in our dispatching duties, including scheduling gas flows and trades
Meet the team
You will join our Short-Term Gas Trading & Operations team dedicated to maximising value within the (sometimes very) volatile short-term gas markets. We blend a data-driven approach with an efficient setup that integrates trading and operations, which positions us to capture opportunities and restore energy balances close to delivery. We trade around the clock, every day of the year, and are always looking to grow our presence in natural gas — and backed by Equinor, we have the necessary financial capacity to enter new markets.
We are a committed team of highly skilled specialists; traders with an eye for results, analysts with innovative approaches to data and automation as well as tech-savvy developers working side-by-side with the business. We are recognised for our great team spirit and efficient collaboration, which are key to running a 24/7 setup smoothly, as we rely on each other every step of the way.
From day one, you will take on significant responsibility and have the freedom to make key decisions for our trading deals. The instant market feedback combined with feedback from the team, helps you rapidly excel at navigating the ever-evolving energy sector.
But enough about us… over to you!
We are looking for someone who takes a big-picture approach when solving problems and is able to spot opportunities in the market while also managing the associated risks. Since the team handles all kinds of tasks and we always have each other’s backs, we picture you as someone who stays positive and is ready to pitch in and tackle anything that comes up.
Furthermore, we imagine that you:
- have some experience in the field or are a recent graduate from a relevant educational background within Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Physics or similar
- are proficient in English – both written and verbal
Please note that prior knowledge of the energy sector is not required for this role.
We’ll take good care of you
At Danske Commodities, we take great care of our people. Joining us means you’ll get a lot of great perks – including social events, cultural experiences, tasty food and benefits to better your health, your life and your future.
Here are some of the benefits we offer our employees:
Vast development opportunities with the help of your own individual development plan, access to our DC University with 50+ courses as well as remote courses through Harvard Learning
100+ yearly professional and social events including DC Talks and DC Sports events, gatherings in our book club, bicycle club, student network, wine club, CS:GO team and more
Global career prospects as part of the Equinor group with +20,000 colleagues across the world
Flexible working hours including the opportunity to work part-time as well as the option to work from home up to two days per week
Fuel Fridays a monthly Friday off with pay, except for July and December, to fuel your energy
Great parental leave conditions including 26 weeks of paid maternity leave, 16 weeks of paid paternity/co-parent leave, paid pension while on leave and the opportunity to join ‘Inspired Beyond Babies’
Unlimited paid children’s sick days no limit on paid absence days in relation to child sickness
Extra days off five to be exact, every year – adding to the standard five weeks off each year
Senior days if you’re over 55 years old
10% paid pension as well as a beneficial health care and insurance package
Compensation for working night and weekend shifts
Bonus scheme
Share savings meaning you have the opportunity to participate in our parent company Equinor’s attractive share savings programme
Paid at home internet and equipment including a mobile phone with paid subscription and IT equipment for when working from home
Various free tickets to family-friendly and cultural attractions Discounts at hotels, restaurants, sports clubs and more
Organic food including a light breakfast, lunch buffet and snacks throughout the day
An office in the heart of Aarhus right next to the central train station
…. and much more
Recruitment process and relocation
You can read more about our recruitment process here. Please note that if you are an international candidate, we will reimburse travel expenses in connection with potential interviews and support you with the relocation process.
What we’re about
We're a tech-driven energy trading company present in +40 markets across five continents. Our +600 people are driven by a need to constantly better things. If you are too, we could very well be the right place for you. You'll join a collective of thinkers and doers. Aspiring chefs, runners, parents, beekeepers, gamers – the list goes on. We're highly specialised experts within our fields. But it’s actually our diversity of ideas we’re most proud of, which is why we continuously work on strengthening an inclusive culture where diverse teams thrive.
Our organisation is flat with an open-door policy. We expect you to care. About your work. About your own and your colleagues’ collective successes. And about the difference we make at Danske Commodities. Together with our parent company Equinor, we have the vision and strength to accelerate the energy transition and make an impact. Like no other.
We've recently moved to our brand-new headquarters in Aarhus, Akson, located in Sydhavnskvarteret – a vibrant district where business meets culture. In this urban oasis, we enjoy state-of-the-art facilities – including our own barista coffee shop, modern fitness facilities and breathtaking views that make every day at the office even sweeter.
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