Junior Power Trader
Listed on 2026-10-02
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Finance & Banking
Financial Analyst, Financial Advisor / Consultant, Trading - Equity / Derivatives / Quantitative
Accelerated Path to a PnL Generating Role
Start Date:
May 2027
Montreal (On-site) Start date may vary based on candidate availability.*
CWP Energy is an energy trading company headquartered in Montreal. Since 2012, we have developed deep expertise in renewable energy and physical power trading. What sets us apart is our entrepreneurial mindset — we encourage initiative, experimentation, and calculated risk-taking. We operate in a niche, complex, and highly technical market.
This role is designed as a true entry point into power trading, offering strong exposure to market fundamentals, daily trading operations, and analytical projects. The selected candidate will progressively build the knowledge and experience required to transition into a Junior Power Trader role.
Phase 1 – Analyst (March to September 2027)* Start date may vary based on candidate availability.*
You will learn to:- Analyze supply and demand dynamics
- Understand congestion drivers and transmission constraints
- Monitor specific transmission lines and key market indicators
- Identify and interpret market anomalies
- Develop analytical tools
- Structure and document strategic information
You will work alongside traders and gain daily exposure to real-time decision-making.
Phase 2 – Junior Power Trader (October 2027)Once you have mastered the fundamentals, you will officially join our junior trading program.
You will be expected to:- Analyze real-time data to identify profitable trading strategies
- Execute trading strategies in U.S. deregulated power markets
- Contribute to P&L generation alongside experienced traders
- Develop quantitative tools to support trading decisions
- Apply risk management and compliance frameworks
- Participate in capital allocation and portfolio risk analysis
- You want to develop a niche expertise in Power Trading
- You hold a Master’s degree or strong academic background in finance, actuarial science, engineering, or a related field
- You have a strong analytical and entrepreneurial mindset
- You thrive in competitive, high-performance environments
- You are proficient in SQL, and Python
- You are available to work full-time from our Montreal office
- You are bilingual (french & english)
- The opportunity to be part of an entrepreneurial culture that encourages initiative. Curious to learn more? McGill St Laurent
- Direct mentorship from a senior trader and a fast-track opportunity into a trading role
- Comprehensive group insurance and the opportunity to contribute to a retirement savings plan (RRSP)
- Vacation policy starting on day one
- Public transit incentive program (Metro, bus, BIXI, etc.)
- “Give & Match” charitable program
- A modern office featuring a lounge, gym, golf simulator, locker rooms, and showers
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