Location: West Malling/Hybrid

Salary/package: £32,960 per annum

Contract type: 12 MonthFixed Term

Hours:Full time

Join our Energy & Carbon Division as an Energy & Procurement Trading Analyst and play a key role in monitoring, executing, and analysing trades across electricity and natural gas markets. This is a unique opportunity to work at the heart of UK energy procurement, directly influencing trading strategy and delivering value to customers.

Who we are

Commercial Services Group (CSG) is one of the largest, local authority-owned trading organisations of its kind in the UK. Our Energy & Carbon Division delivers innovative and sustainable energy solutions to public and private sector customers, including energy procurement, trading, and decarbonisation services. We pride ourselves on making a difference, giving our best, and creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

Why this role matters

The Energy & Procurement Trading Analyst is central to LASER’s trading operations, ensuring that customers receive the best possible outcomes in volatile energy markets. By tracking market fundamentals, executing trades, and providing in depth analysis, you’ll help shape purchasing strategies and support the delivery of high quality, data-driven energy solutions.

What you’ll be doing

• Monitor UK and European energy market fundamentals, including supply/demand andgeopolitical influences.
• Execute wholesale trades via supplier optimisation desks and accurately record transactions.
• Actively manage traded positions to maximise customer value within agreed risk policies.
• Provide analysis and insight at weekly market meetings to inform purchasing decisions.
• Review import/export forecasts to ensure tradable volumes align with customer needs.
• Maintain strong partnerships with framework suppliers and ensure timely operational delivery.
• Deliver trading intelligence and analysis to support customer strategy meetings and governance panels.
• Support the development of new product opportunities to expand LASER's services.
• Assist in maintaining software solutions for clear reporting and trade recording.

What we’re looking for

• Degree level qualification or equivalent experience.
• Experience in energy wholesale trading, or a related environment, including execution and settlement of contracts.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes and public sector purchasing legislations.
• Ability to analyse large data sets and present findings to support business objectives.
• Proficiency with Microsoft solutions such as Excel, Power BI, Power Query and Power Automate.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to work to tight deadlines.
• A curious, self motivated and collaborative approach to problem solving.

What you’ll get in return

• Salary of £32,960 per annum
• 25 days annual leave
• Life assurance cover (4x salary)
• Pension scheme with 4% employer contribution
• Additional benefits including retail and gym discounts, health cash plan and cycle to work scheme
• Volunteer days and access to a comprehensive wellbeing programme
• Tailored learning and development support with real opportunities to progress

Why CSG?

Commercial Services Group (CSG) is the UK’s largest local authority-owned trading company (LATCO), generating over £800 million in revenue and supporting 16,000 education and public sector customers worldwide. With more than 1,800 employees across the UK, France, Dubai and Bangkok, we are working towards becoming the global leader in education and public sector solutions.

We are expanding rapidly, with annual growth of around 25 percent, supported by a blend of organic development, acquisitions and strategic partnerships. Our 33 trading businesses deliver a wide range of services including education management, IT, HR, legal, energy, procurement and supplies.

CSG is wholly owned by local authorities, and a significant proportion of our profits is reinvested into frontline public services. Over £77 million has already been returned, reflecting our commitment to combining commercial performance with meaningful social impact.

Inclusion & Accessibility

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We encourage applications from suitably qualified people of all backgrounds.

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our application and interview process; please let us know if you require any.