Japan Power Originator

About US (GEMS):

ENGIE Global Energy Management & Sales (GEMS) provides energy supply solutions and risk management services to support its clients through their decarbonization journey, while optimizing ENGIE’s assets and contributing to value creation.

ENGIE is a global reference in low-carbon energy and services with a leading energy management business, piloted by its entity "Global Energy Management & Sales" who built its savoir-faire managing the Group’s large and diverse asset portfolio over 20+ years.

3,600 employees around the world develop our solutions, through +20 international business platforms. We cover the full energy mix: renewable and thermal power, natural gas & LNG, biomass, environmental products. Our experts provide tailor made solutions based on a wide range of savoir-faire in energy management with a strong focus on decarbonation and decentralization.

Our 190,000 clients span the entire value chain: producers, asset developers, financial players, utilities, distributors and industrials. Our global reach and strong local presence enable us to offer these diverse clients tailor-made services and respond to rapid changes in mature or emerging markets alike.

Our 4 expertise:

• Asset management

• Energy transition services

• Energy supply & global commodities

• Risk management & market access

At GEMS we encourage breakthrough results, team spirit, curiosity and innovation while preserving the right work/life balance for you.

More info on GEMS Hub (https://gems.engie.com) or LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/engie-global-energy-management-solutions).

Context:

As a Power Originator, you will report to Co-Head of Japan. You will contribute to the fulfillment of the missions APAC Power Business development ambition, Coordinating with multiple external and internal stakeholders globally.

Department:                

Job Title:                      Japan Power Originator

Seniority:                     Junior to Intermediate

Location:                      Japan

Role:

• Originate deals on Japan power physical and financial products.
• Understand the various drivers of the Japan power market  and global energy markets (oil, gas, power, macro, carbon, regulations, among others). Deliver actionable outcomes to sales desk and our clients
• Work closely with Japan Power trading desk to ensure timely pricing and market updates to the sales desk and to the client
• Manage  relationship with clients (daily commentary, price indications, data processing, reporting, etc.)
• Initiate and prepare client presentations, reports and maintain necessary database to serve the clients better
• Explore the possibility of automation in some of the desk tasks such as daily price indications, trade recaps, P&L capture and reporting.
• Liaise with different support teams to onboard new clients including but not limited to documentation and compliance with KYC/ AML norms and other checks.
• Develop innovative ideas to assist clients in their risk management in a complex and fast-moving environment.
• Active role in troubleshooting client issues
• Liaise with various internal teams such as Legal, Tax, IT, Middle Office and Back Office on various desk matters.

Hard skills:

• Deep understanding of the Japanese power market, including regulations, market mechanisms, and major players
• Familiarity with energy trading platforms and exchanges
• Proficiency in trading software and energy market analysis tools
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to analyze market data and trends
• Understanding of Japanese energy regulations and compliance requirements
• Ability to perform risk assessments and manage trading positions

Soft skills:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for building relationships with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies
• Ability to interpret complex data and market trends to make informed trading decisions
• Problem-solving skills to address market challenges and seize opportunities
• Ability to develop and implement trading strategies that align with market conditions and company goals
• Flexibility to adapt to rapidly changing market conditions and regulations
• Skill in maintaining and nurturing relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, suppliers, and regulatory bodies

Education and professional background:

• BA/ BS degree is required
• Minimum 3-4 years of sales/origination experience in Japan power, derivatives and/or energy commodities
• Proven track record of good performance in a fast paced and highly transactional environment
• Analytical ability and basic finance knowledge, prior experience in derivatives or Japan power  would be a plus
• Team player
• Excellent communication skills and ability to prepare presentations
• MS Office computer skills, VBA/database development would be an asset
• Strong work ethic, ability to work independently and responsibly

Languages:

• Native/ highly fluent in Japanese (speaking, writing). Basic English is preferred but not mandatory

Work Location:

• Japan

If you meet these requirements, then you are the talent we are looking for. Do not waste time! 

Apply by attaching your updated CV, regardless your gender.

ENGIE Global Energy Management & Sales is committed to create a gender-neutral environment that unlocks the potential of everyone and provides equal employment opportunities for all individuals. 

All our positions are open to people with disabilities, please let your recruiter know if you need reasonable accommodations to be able to participate in the recruitment process, they will be happy to assist you. 

About ENGIE:

Our group is a global reference in low-carbon energy and services. Our purpose (“raison d’être”) is to act to accelerate the transition towards a carbon-neutral world, through reduced energy consumption and more environmentally-friendly solutions, reconciling economic performance with a positive impact on people and the planet. We rely on our key businesses (gas, power, renewable energy, services) to offer competitive solutions to our customers. With our 96,000 employees, our customers, partners and stakeholders, we are a community of Imaginative Builders, committed every day to more harmonious progress.