Senior Originator - Structured Power & Flexibility d/f/m

RWE Supply & Trading GmbH
To start as soon as possible, full time / part time, permanent

About the role

RWE Supply & Trading is scaling what’s next in UK power and green certificates. Join a high-performing team that’s now expanding into flexibility purchase agreements and storage solutions — giving you real freedom, visibility and the chance to build a greenfield growth area.

• Originate and close PPAs and green certificate agreements across both asset‑backed and trading‑backed structures


• Design and structure innovative, risk-balanced solutions, including flexibility purchase agreements, storage-backed structures and battery optimisation-linked products.


• Build and manage a high‑quality pipeline in partnership with generators, storage developers, suppliers and large energy consumers


• Lead end‑to‑end negotiations and steer approvals with Portfolio Management, Trading, Risk, Legal & Compliance and Finance


• Turn market, regulatory and credit insights into compelling term sheets and proposals that create measurable value


• Strengthen RWEST’s market position through long‑term partnerships and a trusted, solutions‑led presence in UK power


• Operate across commercial tenors from 6 months up to c. 15 years, shaping structures that fit customer needs and RWEST’s portfolio

Job requirements and experience

• Proven track record originating complex commodity deals, including PPAs (up‑ and downstream/RtM)


• Experience with flexibility purchase agreements, storage-backed structures, BESS route-to-market, optimisation, tolling or other structured power products; ideally across both asset-backed and trading-backed origination models


• Commercially sharp negotiator with clear P&L accountability and strong business acumen


• Deep understanding of market, credit, regulatory, legal and liquidity risks; able to structure balanced risk–return contracts


• Established relationships across the UK flexibility ecosystem (e.g. storage developers, aggregators, utilities)


• Strategic and adaptable mindset, comfortable adjusting approaches in a dynamic regulatory landscape and across varied tenors


• Skilled communicator who can develop, document and explain complex structures to senior internal and external stakeholders


• Strong networker and influencer; a true team player with the drive to advance RWEST’s growth in renewables and trading

Further we welcome applications from individuals who may not be able to commit to full-time roles. At RWEST, finding the right person for the job is our top priority, and we are willing to explore flexible arrangements.

Your benefits

We want to ensure your time with us is fulfilling and rewarding. We offer a comprehensive package designed to support your well-being as well as your personal and professional growth. Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Shape the future of energy: Work on market‑defining PPAs and flexibility solutions that accelerate the energy transition


• Freedom to deliver: Join a successful, flat‑hierarchy team with the autonomy to create, test and scale new commercial structures


• Continuous growth: Access learning, mentoring and career opportunities across one of Europe’s most dynamic trading organisations


• Competitive package: Receive an attractive salary, benefits and a performance‑related bonus reflecting your impact

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Any questions? Contact HR: Lisa Koenen, [email protected]

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We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, age, sexual orientation, and identity. #inclusionmatters

RWE Supply & Trading is our connection to the world’s energy markets. Headquartered in Essen, Germany, the company operates one of Europe’s largest and most advanced energy trading floors. A diverse team of over 2,200 professionals from around 90 countries trades electricity, gas, commodities, and CO2 emission allowances. With precise market analysis and a strong customer focus, we create innovative energy supply solutions and tailored risk management concepts for industrial clients.

We also ensure the commercial optimisation of RWE’s power plant portfolio and markets the electricity generated by RWE. In addition, legally independent RWE gas storage companies operate in Germany, contributing to a secure energy supply.