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Head of Power Tradingtalisman • Chicago, IL, United States
Head of Power Trading

Head of Power Trading

talisman • Chicago, IL, United States
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We are seeking a Head of Power Trading to lead a high‑performance speculative trading desk within a well‑capitalized trading firm. This is a rare opportunity to take full ownership of strategy, risk, and P&L across North American power markets.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and scale the power trading desk with a focus on speculative short‑term and term trading.
  • Develop, implement, and refine trading strategies across ISO markets (PJM, MISO, ERCOT, CAISO, NYISO).
  • Manage a team of traders and analysts, ensuring disciplined risk management and strong commercial performance.
  • Identify new market opportunities, optimize positions, and drive innovation in trading models and data usage.
  • Partner with senior leadership on capital allocation, technology, and growth initiatives.

Experience

  • Proven track record of strong P&L generation in North American power markets.
  • Expertise in physical, term, and virtual power trading.
  • Deep understanding of fundamentals, congestion, and ISO market dynamics.
  • Strong leadership and mentoring ability with a commercial mindset.
  • Entrepreneurial approach suited to a fast‑moving, speculative environment.
  • Key qualifications include a commercial mindset, entrepreneurial spirit, and the ability to drive performance in a fast‑moving environment. The successful candidate will bring deep industry expertise and a proven record of leadership in high‑performance trading.

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