JUNIOR TRADER - Melbourne, Australia
Employment Type: Full-time & Permanent
Compensation: Starting Salary of AUD 100,000 per annum, plus performance-based bonuses
Job Location: Initial training in Dubai, UAE, followed by permanent placement in Melbourne, Australia. (We provide sponsorship for the temporary relocation to Dubai for training. Candidates must have eligibility to work in Australia as no work visa support will be provided for the Australian location.)
About Cobblestone Energy
Cobblestone Energy is an energy trading company specialising in the European Gas and Power markets. Established in 2017, we are shaping the future of global commodity trading with a focus on deep analytics and technological innovation. Our success is driven by our people, whom we back with real responsibility from the start. At Cobblestone Energy, excellence is valued and extraordinary talent from around the world is welcomed. Our flat organisational structure encourages a culture of innovation, granting team members autonomy and ownership of their work.
Cobblestone Values

• Lifelong learning with continuous reflection
• Independent thinking through a meritocracy of ideas
• The team is more important than the individual.
• Being the best in any market we enter
• Hiring and keeping only the most effective people
• Others must benefit from our existence.

Role Description
As a Junior Trader at Cobblestone Energy, you will be at the forefront of our next-generation energy trading operations, specializing in UK and European electricity markets. This role offers a unique opportunity to kickstart your career in energy trading, with a focus on leveraging advanced analytics and technology to make impactful trading decisions.
What We Offer

• A full-time role within our Commercial team
• Competitive, performance-based compensation
• Investment in your professional growth
• Equity options for outstanding contributors
• A rewarding and challenging career path

Responsibilities

• Ownership, management, and profitable trading in the European power markets
• Development of innovative trading tools and strategies
• Collaboration within our 24/7 trading team
• Compliance with all market regulations
• Upholding Cobblestone's cultural values

Qualifications

• Must possess strong communication skills for clear articulation of complex ideas.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team is required.
• A proactive, business-oriented mindset is essential.
• Strong analytical and numerical problem-solving skills are a must.
• Resilience and decision-making capabilities in high-stress situations are necessary.
• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in a quantitative field is preferred.
• Familiarity with energy markets and coding skills are considered advantageous but not essential.

Hiring Process
Once your application has been reviewed, the evaluation process will involve psychometric tests, a research project, and remote interviews. Following this, selected finalists will be invited to participate in the final stage of the recruitment process: the Commercial Training Program (CTP) in our Dubai office. During this one-week program, we will cover all relocation expenses, including flights, accommodation, work visa paperwork, and related costs.
Upon successful completion of the CTP, candidates will receive an offer to join our Dubai office as full-time Commercial Graduates through our Commercial Development Program (CDP). This 8-12 months program offers a comprehensive rotational experience in trading, and analytics, with the guidance of our experienced commercial team. Throughout the program, you will receive mentorship and training in market fundamentals, allowing you to develop strong analytical skills. After finishing the program, you will assume the role of a Junior Trader at Cobblestone Energy.