​We are seeking a Senior Energy Trading & Risk Manager to join the management team of a forward-thinking organisation in the public sector. This leadership role offers the opportunity to shape energy procurement and trading strategy at a national level, driving both strategic growth and operational and financial resilience.

You will lead high-performing energy trading teams, provide expert guidance on public sector procurement strategies, and manage credit and operational risk to ensure robust trading and procurement operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop high-performing energy trading teams across multiple public sector projects

• Define and implement energy procurement and trading strategies

• Provide expert guidance on UK energy markets and trends

• Manage credit risk, operational risk, and compliance across trading operations

• Collaborate with the management team to support strategic growth initiatives

• Drive process improvement and operational resilience within the energy trading function

Requirements / Must-Haves

• Proven experience leading energy trading teams at a senior level

• Strong knowledge of UK energy markets and public sector procurement

• Expertise in credit risk, operational risk, and compliance management

• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills

• Experience working in a strategic, senior-level role within energy or public sector trading

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary £65–£68k

• Hybrid working (1–2 days in office per week)

• Opportunity to shape energy strategy across the public sector

• Be part of a senior leadership team, influencing organisational growth and resilience