Energy Procurement & Trading Analyst

Energy Procurement & Trading Analyst Location: Kings Hill/Remote (with occasional office attendance required) Salary: £32,126 to £37,863 per annum Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week You will be a trusted and valued contributor within the Energy & Carbon team, playing a key role in supporting trading activity, data analysis and market insight. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact, with real visibility and responsibility in a fast-paced environment. This role would suit an analyst or early-career trader looking to develop their expertise, offering the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in energy markets, trading activity and data-led decision making. Who we are LASER Energy is part of Commercial Services Group (CSG), one of the UK’s largest local authority-owned trading organisations, operating 33 businesses across education, energy, IT, procurement, HR and more. With over 1,800 employees, our ambition is to create value and impact for every customer, every day. Our mission is simple. We support the delivery of better public services to help people live, learn and thrive. This purpose underpins everything we do. A significant proportion of our profits is reinvested into frontline public services, enabling us to combine commercial performance with meaningful social value. Why this role matters You will play a key role in supporting trading and analytical activity, ensuring accurate data, timely market insights and effective portfolio management. This is a role where attention to detail, resilience and sound judgement are essential, with responsibility for supporting both front-end trading activity and back-end analysis. What you’ll be doing • Supporting energy trading activity across power and gas markets to ensure accurate execution and reporting • Analysing large data sets to provide insights that support trading and procurement decisions • Validating trades, reconciliations and pricing to ensure accuracy and compliance • Working closely with internal teams and suppliers to align data and portfolio positions • Preparing reports and market updates to support decision making • Maintaining procurement schedules and supporting contract performance • Developing tools and solutions to improve data visualisation and reporting • Monitoring market trends and regulatory changes to support informed trading decisions • Supporting the development of new products and services within the energy offering What we’re looking for • Proven experience working with data analysis, trading environments or similar analytical roles • An enthusiastic and proactive approach, with the confidence to build relationships, take initiative and thrive in a fast-paced environment • Strong Excel skills and confidence using Microsoft tools such as Power BI or similar • The ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively • Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy • Strong communication and relationship-building skills • An interest in energy markets or trading environments • Minimum A-level education or equivalent What you’ll get in return • Salary of £32,126 to £37,863 per annum • 25 days annual leave, rising to 27 after 4 years. • Birthday Day Off • One concessionary day during the Christmas period • Pension scheme with 4% employer contribution • Life assurance cover • Access to Learning & Development opportunities via our CSG Academy • Flexible or hybrid working Why CSG? CSG is the UK’s largest local authority-owned trading company (LATCO), generating over £800 million in revenue per annum and supporting more than 16,000 education and public sector customers globally. We are growing through a combination of organic development, acquisitions and strategic partnerships. Our businesses deliver services across education, IT, HR, legal, energy, procurement and more, all focused on delivering meaningful impact. As a locally owned organisation, we take pride in reinvesting a significant proportion of our profits into frontline services, helping strengthen the communities we serve. 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. As a member of Inclusive Employers and a Working Families Employer, we are actively building an environment that supports inclusion, flexibility and belonging for all colleagues. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our application and interview process; please let us know if you require any. Department Energy & Carbon Role LASER Locations West Malling Remote status Hybrid Yearly salary £32,126 - £37,863 Employment type Full-time Portfolio Energy & Environment Brand LASER DBS Vetting Required? Not required About Commercial Services Group Commercial Services Group is one of the leading providers of procurement and support services to education and public sector customers globally. Serving over 15,000 customers, CSG is committed to providing an excellent customer and user experience underpinned by social value and a committed and empowered workforce. Founded in 1928 Co-workers c1800 Turnover Over £800M