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Junior Power Trader

Job in Montreal, Montréal, Province de Québec, G4F, Canada
Listing for: McGill St Laurent
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-18
Job specializations:
  • Finance & Banking
    Financial Analyst, Trading - Equity / Derivatives / Quantitative, Financial Advisor / Consultant
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Montreal

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
This Role Is for You If:
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)

What We Offer     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
Life at McGill St Lauren
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