Junior Portfolio Optimiser

**Junior Portfolio Analyst

Permanent

Selby/hybrid

CLOSING DATE – 21st October 2025

Who we are:**
We're not just talking about making a difference, we're making it happen. We generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals.

You'll be joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and business champions. We're enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, and working hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come.

About the role:
As part of the Commercial team, the Junior Portfolio Analyst will;

• Identify opportunities to improve existing models and processes and lead the implementation of enhancements to drive efficiency and accuracy.
• Contribute to the successful rollout of new initiatives and projects, ensuring timely execution and alignment with business goals.
• Track progress of ongoing improvements and projects, producing clear and informative data packs for internal use.
• Work closely with teams across the Group—including [CG1] Finance, Operations, Logistics, and Biomass Trading—to gather key information and support optimal generation strategies.
• Develop a strong grasp of the commercial logic and processes behind our optimisation strategies, with a particular focus on interfaces with Logistics, Biomass Trading, and Operations.
• Manage meeting logistics including scheduling, room bookings, slide pack distribution, minute taking, and action tracking.

Who we're looking for:
To be successful in this role you'll ideally have…

• A passion for numbers - a genuine enthusiasm for working with data and uncovering insights that drive smarter decisions.
• A strong ability to apply rules and regulations accurately, ensuring precision in every task.
• Excellent prioritisation, coordination, and organisational skills, with a proactive approach to overcoming challenges.
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint is essential, along with clear and confident communication skills—both written and verbal.
• Experience with Power BI report development and Power Query[CG2] is a plus. Familiarity with coding languages such as VBA, Python, or SQL is advantageous but not required.
• A thirst for learning and eagerness to expand your knowledge across systems, tools, and commercial processes.

Rewards and benefits:
As you help us to shape the future, we've shaped our rewards and benefits to help you thrive and support

your lifestyle. If successful in this role you'll get:

• A discretionary bonus depending on company performance
• Private Healthcare
• SAYE (Sharesave): discretionary scheme from time to time
• Personal accident cover
• Group personal pension plan where we'll pay up to 10%
• Holiday 25 days plus bank holidays
• Reimbursement of the cost of your annual membership of one relevant and appropriate professional body

We're committed to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face. Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. We work as part of a team that shares a passion for doing what's right for the future. With Drax you can shape your career and a future for generations to come.

Together, we make it happen.

At Drax, we're committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we actively work to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and establish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed for all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no matter their background. Find out more about our approach here.

Talk to us about flexible working

How to apply:
Think this role's for you? Click the 'apply now' button to begin your Drax journey. If you want to find out more about Drax, check out our LinkedIn page to see our latest news.

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