Energy Market Analyst (m/w/d)

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We are looking for Energy Market Analyst (m/f/d) focusing on Germany and Central Western Europe to join in the Market Analysis team in UPM Energy. Position could be located either in Helsinki or Augsburg.

Greetings from your future manager

I am looking for an energy market analyst focusing on the German and Continental energy markets. Your working location can be either in Helsinki, where the rest of the team is based, or in Augsburg, where our important customer for German market analysis operates. UPM Energy is a compact, agile, and versatile organization. Our team has a good mix of novice and experienced colleagues who are inspired and motivated to gain new knowledge. I am happy to hear from you and discuss this opportunity further! - Juha Nurmiainen, Team Leader, Market Analysis

What you will do

• Assume main responsibility for our Central West Europe (CWE) electricity market modelling and price view

• Update price forecast in the short-term, mid-term and long-term horizons

• Develop market models and related processes

• Prepare and present fundamental power and commodity market analyses, providing valuable input for decision-making in production and consumption optimization, hedging, and trading activities

• Contribute to energy commodity analysis with a focus in gas and carbon markets, depending on your experience and interest

Who you are

• You have a university degree in engineering, math, physics or economics

• You have some years of work experience from a relevant field, for example from CWE electricity markets, energy commodity markets, data science, mathematical modelling or optimisation

• You master the basics of data science and the principles in the electricity and energy commodity markets

• ⁠You are motivated, able to learn and see the big picture

• You have great communication, co-operation and presentation skills

• You have experience in data science (Python, SQL), fundamental simulation software (Plexos), and visualisation platforms (PowerBI)

• You are fluent in English; knowledge of German would be valuable

This is what we offer to you

• A meaningful job – We have an inspiring purpose ‘We create a future beyond fossils. Our work is impactful and transformative.

• A caring community – Our community is built on great team spirit and shared commitment. We care about each other and the well-being of our colleagues. We support the work-life balance of all our employees.

• Development opportunities – We offer you great opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career.  We are an international, multi-business organization offering plenty of avenues for personal growth.

• Responsible employer – Sustainability is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to ambitious, science-based sustainability targets in all areas from climate change to biodiversity. We foster diversity and inclusivity, offering a work environment in which everyone can be themselves.

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Additional information

The position is located in Augsburg or Helsinki.

The position holder will report to Team Leader, Market Analysis.

For further information regarding the position, please contact Juha Nurmiainen at juha.nurmiainen@upm.com

Please apply via the link above and attach your CV and cover letter latest by 14th of April 2025. Please note that we will go through the applications already during the application period and may invite candidates for interviews already before the end of the application period.

UPM Energy is the second largest electricity producer in Finland. We generate zero-carbon electricity in our own and co-owned power plants. In addition, we sell electricity and its derivatives on the electricity market and drive the energy transformation. www.upmenergy.com

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