Trade Analyst

MB Energy
, founded in 1947 and headquartered in Hamburg, is an independent and integrated energy company with operations in Europe, the United States, and Singapore. The company is active in the import, storage, distribution, and marketing of petroleum products, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), chemicals, and biofuels. With decades of industry experience and an innovative approach, MB Energy plays an active role in the global energy landscape, supporting its customers in the transition to lower-emission energy sources by developing and providing forward-looking alternatives.

Let's shape the future of the energy industry together

We are looking for you to start as soon as possible as

Trade Analyst (m/f/d) Power, Gas & Emissions
This position can be based either in Hamburg or London. Please note that terms and conditions may vary for the London location.

Our Offer To You

• Work-life balance: 38.75 working hours per week with 30 days annual leave
• Ability to work freely: flexible working hours and individual remote work arrangement
• Remuneration and additional benefits: Profit sharing, 13 salaries, holiday pay, travel allowance, etc
• Support in various life situations: through our partner PME Family Service, offering support in life crises as well as professional advice on work-related and personal matters, such as childcare, elder care, and more
• Security and provisions: accident insurance also covering private accidents; excellent employer's contribution to your company pension scheme; Lifetime Account with opportunities to save for sabbaticals or early retirement
• Health: Subsidized membership with EGYM Wellpass, providing access to a wide range of sports facilities across Germany, as well as online courses in fitness, nutrition and meditation; free access to the Headspace app; bicycle leasing
• Learning & Development: support on your individual development path with internal and external training opportunities
• Networking: Networks within the company to establish cross-team and international connections, as well as company events
• Open corporate culture: at heart, a family-owned company with drive, a culture of lived tolerance, speak-up mentality and strong team spirit on the path to a green future
• Modern collaborative office: with a subsidized employee restaurant, open-plan office concept and views of the Elbe River and the harbour

Here's What You Can Look Forward To
As a
Trade Analyst (m/f/d) Power, Gas & Emissions
, you play a key role in supporting our trading team with data-driven insights and operational excellence. You work closely with traders, back office, and the Data & Analytics team to ensure the accuracy of trade bookings and the quality of market analysis.

Your structured approach and analytical skills help us better understand market developments and strengthen our trading decisions. By ensuring that data, systems, and processes are aligned and reliable, you contribute directly to the performance and efficiency of our energy trading business and support MB Energy's journey toward a more sustainable energy future.

Your Tasks In a Nutshell

• Data Analysis & Market Monitoring: You analyze large sets of trading and market data to identify trends, price drivers, and trading opportunities in the power, gas & emissions markets.
• Market Intelligence: You support the trading team by preparing timely and accurate market insights, contributing to the development of trading strategies.
• Trade Booking & Validation: You oversee trade entries, ensure accurate trade booking, and support post-trade processes in coordination with back office and product control.
• Trader Support: You work closely with traders to provide analytical input, ensure smooth operational execution, and contribute to day-to-day trading activities.
• Continuous Improvement: You identify opportunities to enhance reporting, streamline data flows, and support automation projects that improve the efficiency and accuracy of trading operations.

What Helps You To Fulfill This Role

• Experience: Initial practical experience in data analytics or a comparable analytical role.
• Education: Completed university degree in business, economics, engineering, data science, or a related field.
• Tool Proficiency: Strong skills in Excel; familiarity with tools like VBA, Python, Power BI, Tableau, or SQL is a plus.
• Technical Understanding: Confident in working with large data sets and deriving actionable insights; an interest in energy markets or trading is welcome.
• Language Skills: Fluent in English is required; German is a strong asset.

With These Characteristics, You Fit Perfectly With Us

• Analytical & Detail-Oriented: You bring strong analytical thinking and a keen eye for detail, enabling you to work precisely with complex data sets.
• Proactive Problem Solver: You take initiative, identify potential issues early, and actively contribute to finding smart and pragmatic solutions.
• Pragmatic & Reliable: You work with a practical mindset, enjoy contributing directly to results, and approach your tasks with focus and consistency – even when things get busy.

Even if you do not fulfil all of the above requirements, we encourage you to apply if you believe your experience will add value to our team.

You feel this could be a match?
We look forward to receiving your application, including your salary expectations and earliest possible starting date via the application form on our website. If you have any questions, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at the following email address:

Learn more about our mission, vision and values: MB Energy - Our purpose, mission, vision & values