About the Role:

We are currently seeking a detail-oriented Settlement Analyst to join a dynamic team within a leading Energy client based in London. This is a hybrid role offering a fantastic opportunity to contribute to key financial processes in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Validate, reconcile, and process settlement data related to wholesale energy markets (electricity and/or gas).

• Monitor and analyze discrepancies in trade and invoice data, resolving exceptions in a timely manner.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory and market obligations (eg, Elexon, National Grid, Ofgem).

• Liaise with internal trading, finance, and risk teams as well as external stakeholders such as counterparties and market operators.

• Support month-end close activities and reporting related to settlements.

• Provide insights to improve settlement accuracy and reduce operational risk.

• Document processes and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in settlement operations, ideally within the energy sector.

• Strong understanding of UK energy markets (eg, imbalance settlement, trading cycles, market participants).

• Proficient in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, formulas); knowledge of SQL or data analytics tools is a plus.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently and in a team in a hybrid environment.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.