Mesh-AI
Ready to tackle the most complex challenges in energy trading? Mesh-AI is a dynamic, fast-growing consultancy where you'll work alongside brilliant minds to solve the hardest data and AI problems facing the world's largest energy trading companies. As a Senior Energy Trading Consultant, you'll be at the forefront of transforming how global energy markets operate - architecting next-generation trading solutions that process billions in daily transactions and shape the future of energy. This isn't your typical consulting role. You'll have the autonomy and agility of a smaller company while working on enterprise-scale challenges that would typically require armies of consultants. Every engagement is high-stakes, every solution is cutting-edge, and every client interaction shapes the direction of entire trading operations. You'll go from whiteboard sessions with CTOs in the morning to hands-on solution design in the afternoon - all while building the consulting practice that will define the industry's next chapter. Key Responsibilities: Client Engagement & Strategic Leadership Lead client workshops to define and refine complex trading solution requirements across multiple energy commodities (power, gas, oil, renewables) Partner with senior client stakeholders (CTOs, Heads of Trading, Risk Directors) to understand business objectives and translate them into actionable solution roadmaps Develop compelling business cases that demonstrate ROI and value creation for trading solution investments Act as the primary client relationship owner for strategic engagements, maintaining executive-level relationships throughout project lifecycles Facilitate cross-functional stakeholder alignment between Trading, Risk, Operations, IT, and Regulatory teams Drive thought leadership discussions on industry trends, market structure evolution, and technology adoption strategies Solution Design & Requirements Management Lead requirements gathering for Front, Middle and Back Office use cases and shaping Mesh-AI's approach to building bespoke solutions to solve these challenges Design end-to-end solution architectures that address complex trading workflows, risk management, and regulatory requirements Navigate the nuances of physical and financial energy trading flows, including basis trading, portfolio optimization, and asset-backed trading strategies Define functional specifications for real-time market data integration, position management, P&L calculation, and risk reporting systems Establish clear success criteria and KPIs for solution delivery, ensuring alignment with business objectives Complex Delivery Management Lead agile delivery of multi-workstream programs involving trading systems, data platforms, and analytics solutions Coach and coordinate cross-functional agile teams including data engineers, software developers, quantitative analysts, and business stakeholders Establish agile governance frameworks including sprint planning, retrospectives, and continuous improvement processes Drive rapid prototyping and iterative delivery approaches that enable early value realization and stakeholder feedback Facilitate agile ceremonies at scale including PI planning, release planning, and cross-team coordination events Ensure regulatory compliance considerations (EMIR, MiFID II, REMIT) are integrated into agile delivery practices and sprint outcomes Required Experience & Expertise: Energy or Commodity Trading: 5+ years of experience in energy or commodity trading environments with deep understanding of multiple commodities: power, gas, oil, and/or renewable energy Trading Systems: Hands-on experience with ETRM platforms (Endur, Allegro, Brady, Eka, etc.) and trading system architectures Risk Management: Understanding of energy trading risks including market, credit, operational, and regulatory risks Physical and Financial: Experience with both physical commodity flows and financial derivative instruments Consulting & Client Management Consulting Background: Ideally 5+ years in management consulting, preferably with Big 4, tier-1 strategy firms, or specialist energy consulting practices Stakeholder Management: Proven track record of managing C-level and senior executive relationships in complex, high-stakes environments Business Case Development: Demonstrated ability to build compelling financial and strategic business cases for technology investments Workshop Facilitation: Expert-level facilitation skills for requirements workshops, design sessions, and stakeholder alignment meetings Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with ability to present to board-level audiences Agile Delivery & Program Management Agile Leadership: Experience leading large-scale agile transformations and complex multi-team delivery programs (>£5M value) Cross-functional Leadership: Ability to lead diverse agile teams including business users, technologists, and external vendors without direct authority Change Management: Experience driving organizational change and user adoption using agile change management principles Vendor Management: Track record of managing agile delivery partnerships with technology vendors and system integrators Preferred Qualifications: Background in quantitative analysis or derivatives pricing Previous experience at energy trading companies, utilities, or investment banks Knowledge of emerging technologies in trading (AI/ML, cloud platforms) Why Mesh-AI Fast-growing start-up organisation with huge opportunity for career growth Highly competitive salary package along with company bonus A hugely collaborative working environment where every person's viewpoint is considered - a chance to make your mark on the business from day one! Financially backed business meaning security and support for new initiatives and global market expansion Pick your own Gear! Macbooks, PCs, Accessories! Drive your development with a personal learning budget
Ready to tackle the most complex challenges in energy trading? Mesh-AI is a dynamic, fast-growing consultancy where you'll work alongside brilliant minds to solve the hardest data and AI problems facing the world's largest energy trading companies. As a Senior Energy Trading Consultant, you'll be at the forefront of transforming how global energy markets operate - architecting next-generation trading solutions that process billions in daily transactions and shape the future of energy. This isn't your typical consulting role. You'll have the autonomy and agility of a smaller company while working on enterprise-scale challenges that would typically require armies of consultants. Every engagement is high-stakes, every solution is cutting-edge, and every client interaction shapes the direction of entire trading operations. You'll go from whiteboard sessions with CTOs in the morning to hands-on solution design in the afternoon - all while building the consulting practice that will define the industry's next chapter. Key Responsibilities: Client Engagement & Strategic Leadership Lead client workshops to define and refine complex trading solution requirements across multiple energy commodities (power, gas, oil, renewables) Partner with senior client stakeholders (CTOs, Heads of Trading, Risk Directors) to understand business objectives and translate them into actionable solution roadmaps Develop compelling business cases that demonstrate ROI and value creation for trading solution investments Act as the primary client relationship owner for strategic engagements, maintaining executive-level relationships throughout project lifecycles Facilitate cross-functional stakeholder alignment between Trading, Risk, Operations, IT, and Regulatory teams Drive thought leadership discussions on industry trends, market structure evolution, and technology adoption strategies Solution Design & Requirements Management Lead requirements gathering for Front, Middle and Back Office use cases and shaping Mesh-AI's approach to building bespoke solutions to solve these challenges Design end-to-end solution architectures that address complex trading workflows, risk management, and regulatory requirements Navigate the nuances of physical and financial energy trading flows, including basis trading, portfolio optimization, and asset-backed trading strategies Define functional specifications for real-time market data integration, position management, P&L calculation, and risk reporting systems Establish clear success criteria and KPIs for solution delivery, ensuring alignment with business objectives Complex Delivery Management Lead agile delivery of multi-workstream programs involving trading systems, data platforms, and analytics solutions Coach and coordinate cross-functional agile teams including data engineers, software developers, quantitative analysts, and business stakeholders Establish agile governance frameworks including sprint planning, retrospectives, and continuous improvement processes Drive rapid prototyping and iterative delivery approaches that enable early value realization and stakeholder feedback Facilitate agile ceremonies at scale including PI planning, release planning, and cross-team coordination events Ensure regulatory compliance considerations (EMIR, MiFID II, REMIT) are integrated into agile delivery practices and sprint outcomes Required Experience & Expertise: Energy or Commodity Trading: 5+ years of experience in energy or commodity trading environments with deep understanding of multiple commodities: power, gas, oil, and/or renewable energy Trading Systems: Hands-on experience with ETRM platforms (Endur, Allegro, Brady, Eka, etc.) and trading system architectures Risk Management: Understanding of energy trading risks including market, credit, operational, and regulatory risks Physical and Financial: Experience with both physical commodity flows and financial derivative instruments Consulting & Client Management Consulting Background: Ideally 5+ years in management consulting, preferably with Big 4, tier-1 strategy firms, or specialist energy consulting practices Stakeholder Management: Proven track record of managing C-level and senior executive relationships in complex, high-stakes environments Business Case Development: Demonstrated ability to build compelling financial and strategic business cases for technology investments Workshop Facilitation: Expert-level facilitation skills for requirements workshops, design sessions, and stakeholder alignment meetings Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with ability to present to board-level audiences Agile Delivery & Program Management Agile Leadership: Experience leading large-scale agile transformations and complex multi-team delivery programs (>£5M value) Cross-functional Leadership: Ability to lead diverse agile teams including business users, technologists, and external vendors without direct authority Change Management: Experience driving organizational change and user adoption using agile change management principles Vendor Management: Track record of managing agile delivery partnerships with technology vendors and system integrators Preferred Qualifications: Background in quantitative analysis or derivatives pricing Previous experience at energy trading companies, utilities, or investment banks Knowledge of emerging technologies in trading (AI/ML, cloud platforms) Why Mesh-AI Fast-growing start-up organisation with huge opportunity for career growth Highly competitive salary package along with company bonus A hugely collaborative working environment where every person's viewpoint is considered - a chance to make your mark on the business from day one! Financially backed business meaning security and support for new initiatives and global market expansion Pick your own Gear! Macbooks, PCs, Accessories! Drive your development with a personal learning budget