Senior Business Analyst (m/f/d)- Trading Business Support
Statkraft · Düsseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany · hybrid
Senior Business Analyst (M/F/D) – Trading Business Support
Location: Düsseldorf
This is a permanent role; however open to flexibility to consider rotation. If you are an experienced Business Analyst with a strong background in commodity trading operations and/or finance looking to apply your expertise at the centre of a fast-paced international Proprietary Trading organisation, you can help solve the climate crisis with Statkraft.
Why Statkraft?
Statkraft has been making clean energy possible for over a century. That’s what we offer: 125 years of unrivalled expertise in supplying the world with what it needs most. We envision a world that runs entirely on renewable energy. In the fight against climate change, we do not see renewable energy as part of the solution – we believe it must be the solution. With us, you will shape a truly forward-facing career with many opportunities and offerings to match.
But there is more work to be done – that is why we need you to join us.
Working in Markets Trading
Statkraft trades energy products in more than 20 countries and is active on 13 energy exchanges. Proprietary Trading takes place mainly from trading floors in Oslo, Düsseldorf, London and the United States. Our Proprietary Trading teams engage in standardised and contracts for power, gas and other energy-related commodities.
The Proprietary Trading department at Statkraft is known for its innovative and data-driven approach. Our team members are expected to have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as a passion for renewable energy. Collaboration is a key part of the culture in Proprietary Trading, and employees work closely with other teams across the company. Working in Proprietary Trading at Statkraft offers the opportunity to join a dynamic and growing business at the forefront of the energy transition, while gaining valuable experience in the fast-paced world of energy trading.
The Trading Business Support team owns and continuously improves the operational platform for the Proprietary Trading department. It is the central point of contact for operational and administrative matters and works across Proprietary Trading, internal support and control functions, and external stakeholders. The team ensures efficient and stable trading operations, develops scalable processes and governance frameworks, supports transparent financial reporting and effective cost management, and delivers strategic initiatives that enable the continued development of the business.
As a Senior Business Analyst in the Trading Business Support team, you will:
- Take business ownership for strategic business development and improvement initiatives, translating objectives into structured plans and measurable outcomes and driving delivery from assessment and business case through stakeholder alignment, execution and transition into stable operations.
- Lead or coordinate cross-functional workstreams involving Proprietary Trading, Finance, Risk, Compliance, Legal, IT and operational support teams.
- Own financial planning and cost management for the Proprietary Trading department in close collaboration with Controlling & Performance Management, coordinating budgeting, forecasting, periodic reviews, cost allocations, analysis and management reporting to ensure accurate, timely and decision-relevant information.
- Act as a key interface between Proprietary Trading and finance-related departments, including Controlling & Performance Management, Financial Reporting, Accounting, Procurement, Tax and other relevant support functions.
- Coordinate business input, resolve data and process issues, and document workflows and assumptions to ensure Proprietary Trading activities are executed, evaluated and processed accurately and consistently.
- Improve processes and controls for shared services including market data, technology and analytics to maximise value for the department.
- Contribute to audit readiness by preparing supporting documentation, coordinating responses and ensuring that agreed actions are implemented.
- Map, define, document and continuously improve end-to-end processes and governance within Trading Business Support and the wider organisation, addressing structural gaps and clarifying ownership, roles, service expectations, controls and escalation paths.
- Handle administrative matters required to support the department and act as the first line of support during operational incidents, coordinating initial assessment, communication, escalation and follow-up with the relevant teams.
- Represent the Propr Trading department in projects, working groups and governance forums, and ensure that agreed outcomes are implemented effectively.
- Build and maintain constructive relationships across an international stakeholder landscape, both internally and externally.
- University degree in business administration, economics, finance, accounting, business engineering or a related field.
- Several years of relevant professional experience in business management, consulting, advisory, project management or a comparable role.
- Experience in commodity trading, energy markets, financial services or another complex and regulated environment is an advantage.
- Commercial mindset, strong service orientation and attention to detail, with a proactive approach to supporting stakeholders and the confidence to challenge constructively and influence senior decision-makers.
- Ability to structure ambiguous topics, apply sound judgement, balance strategic and operational priorities, and work independently with a high level of accountability.
- Track record of taking ownership for cross-functional initiatives and delivering complex business and process changes from concept through implementation.
- Proven experience in defining, improving and implementing end-to-end business processes, including governance, controls, roles, documentation and interfaces.
- Strong understanding of financial reporting principles, budgeting, forecasting, management reporting, cost allocation and financial performance management.
- Experience supporting audit activities, financial and process controls, reconciliations or the resolution of reporting and data-quality issues.
- Strong analytical skills and a high affinity for data, digital tools, financial systems and management information; advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint is expected.
- Excellent stakeholder-management and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across business, finance, accounting and control functions in an international environment.
- Structured, disciplined and solution-oriented working style, with strong attention to detail, documentation quality and practical outcomes.
- Excellent written and spoken English is required; German and/or Norwegian is an advantage.
What we offer
A career with Statkraft is a career filled with purpose – meaning that every employee is not just making a living, but making a real difference to the planet, our communities and the future. Together, we work on the front lines of changing the game for renewable energy, from hydrogen development to algorithmic trading and everything in between. We have 125 years of unrivalled expertise in creating the technologies that put ecosystems, communities and our environment first. With us, you will shape a truly forward-facing career with many opportunities and offerings to match. These include:
- Unlimited learning opportunities at various levels of the organisation, including LinkedIn Learning and inspiring leadership programmes such as IMD.
- The chance to grow your career alongside a truly global network of experts, leaders and specialists from different countries and backgrounds.
- The opportunity to work somewhere with pride and to honestly say, “My work is contributing to saving the planet.”
Statkraft offers competitive terms of employment and benefit