Trading Manager

Inspired is a market leading, technology-enabled provider of energy and sustainability solutions in the UK - supporting businesses to transition to net zero carbon and manage their response to climate change.

Established in 2000, we became the first publicly quoted advisor following a successful AIM debut in 2011. We are now the UK’s number one destination for businesses seeking expert insight and advisory services to help them manage their energy costs, reduce their carbon emissions and prove their net zero carbon and ESG strategies to their investors and customers.

Business-wise Solutions Limited is seeking a
Flexible Trading Manager
to support energy procurement, flexible tendering, and wholesale market strategy across gas and electricity portfolios.

This role is
hybrid, requiring 3 days per week at our Nelson (Lancashire) office.

The role supports flexible and hybrid procurement strategies, supplier engagement, and ongoing portfolio risk management for commercial, industrial, and public-sector clients. This is a practical, market-facing role for someone who wants exposure to real trading decisions, not just reporting.

The successful candidate's responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Monitoring UK gas and power wholesale markets and forward curves
• Supporting flexible tendering processes, including pricing analysis and bid evaluation
• Assisting with hedge position tracking, WACOH analysis, and exposure management
• Producing clear client and internal reporting on risk, price performance, and market context
• Supporting ongoing supplier relationship management, including performance and issue resolution
• Assisting senior consultants with procurement recommendations and approvals
• Maintaining accurate market, volume, and position data across client portfolios
• Read and comply with the company Health & Safety Policy; taking reasonable care for the Health & Safety of themselves and others; co-operate with managers and other employees in fulfilling our objectives and statutory duties.

Essential:

• Energy industry experience
• Understanding of UK electricity and gas markets
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Experience in energy procurement, trading, or portfolio analysis
• Advanced Excel skills
• Experience with flexible or structured energy contracts
• Exposure to supplier negotiations or tendering
• Power BI, Python, SQL or similar analytical tools

• Traininganddevelopmentopportunities
• Company pension
• Life insurance
• Enhancedmaternityandpaternity
• Benefitsportal,withawiderangeofbenefits
• 4pmfinishonFriday

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.