Team Leader, Market Analysis

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We are now looking for a Team Leader, Market Analysis to join our Hedging & Market Analysis team in UPM Energy.  

Greetings from your future manager

“This is a great opportunity to join a world-class company aiming to create a future beyond fossils. Strong internal market analysis is the foundation for UPM Energy’s market operations, both in physical and financial electricity markets and in other energy commodity markets. In this position, you will have an intriguing task to lead a team of experts who analyse energy markets in different time horizons and develop our-in-house modelling solutions. This is a truly unique opportunity to apply your energy market experience to understand how the energy sector develops. I look forward to having you in my team!” – Timo Javanainen, Director, Hedging & Market Analysis

What you will do

• You will lead daily operations and development of the Market Analysis team, consisting of approximately 10 energy market professionals, ranging from Data Scientists to Energy Market Analysts

• You will actively contribute to UPM Energy’s hedging strategy and contribute to energy-related decision making of other UPM businesses, together with the team

• You will lead, grow and develop the talent in the Market Analysis team

• You will energetically present and communicate energy market insights and price views to a diverse group of internal stakeholders, including senior management

• You will follow and analyse the energy commodity market complex

• You will work in close collaboration with physical and financial trading teams

Who you are

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

• You have an extensive understanding of the Nordic/Continental physical and financial electricity markets with a minimum 7-10 years of relevant work experience in the electricity markets

• You have experience of managerial roles, for example from a team lead position or project manager roles

• You have great analytical and problem-solving skills

• You collaborate well with others and have good communication and presentation skills

• You demonstrate high independency, self-leadership, and willingness to learn and develop

• You are fluent in English, ability to communicate in Nordic languages is seen as an asset

This is what we offer for 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 Helsinki, Finland. Occasional travel may be required.

For further information, please contact Timo Javanainen, Director, Hedging & Market Analysis at timo.javanainen@upm.com or tel. +358504536316.

Please apply and attach your CV and Cover Letter by August 18, 2024. We will start going through the applications already during the application period, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

For support with submitting your application, please contact the HR Service Center at careers@upm.com or tel. +358204146600.

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UPM Energy is the second largest electricity producer in Finland. It generates zero-carbon electricity in its own and co-owned power plants. In addition, our operations include trading in physical electricity and its derivatives. We also explore opportunities brought by the energy transformation. www.upmenergy.com