Junior US Power Analyst

The Company Nanook was incorporated in 2008, initially acting as a sub advisor to a US commodity fund. The initial core team was comprised of experienced energy professionals who had previously held senior positions at various utilities, energy merchants and investment banks. In 2014, Nanook launched its first fund, investing in energy products based on fundamental modelling of demand and supply. The team has grown organically over the past 15 years, with a team of 60 people and combined assets under management of circa $2bn. Quantitative and technical excellence combined with a thorough and diligent approach to analysis are all attributes that are critical to success at Nanook. Role responsibilities: Work closely with a dedicated Portfolio Manager, as well as other analysts and the quantitative team, to support the fund’s understanding of short- and medium-term fundamental dynamics in US power markets Run and maintain power market models ensuring outputs are accurate, timely, and robust Support the identification of risk/reward opportunities in US power markets within the traded time horizon Assist in the improvement of analytical models, working in collaboration with the quantitative team Maintain a strong level of quantitative rigour, regularly monitoring the accuracy and consistency of analytical outputs over time Effectively communicate findings, issues, and observations to the Portfolio Manager, analysts, quants, and other stakeholders Contribute to team-wide analytical best practice and support the maintenance and improvement of data sources and analytical tools Person Requirements Essential Strong analytical and numerical skills, with a clear interest in data-driven problem solving A methodical, rigorous approach and excellent attention to detail Ability to work effectively in a small team, supporting a dedicated Portfolio Manager Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain analysis and issues clearly to different audiences Comfortable working with quantitative concepts and data (through academic study or early-career experience) Proactive, reliable, and willing to take ownership of day-to-day analytical processes Technical Skills Experience (academic or professional) using R or a similar statistical programming language Familiarity with regression techniques and time-series data Comfortable working with large datasets and checking outputs for accuracy and consistency Development Potential Genuine interest in developing a career in energy markets, with a particular interest in US power Willingness and ability to learn new markets, models, and tools through on-the-job training Open to feedback and keen to develop both technical and market knowledge Benefits Competitive salary with bonus opportunities Life insurance of 4x salary Healthcare 8% Pension contribution Gym Membership Cycle to work scheme Employee assistance program Work socials & trips Amazing team & working environment