Tokyo Axpo Group Full time

Physical Power Trader (f/m/d)
Workload: 80–100%

Are you ready to shape the future of energy trading in Japan? Join Axpo Japan KK to drive profitability and innovation in the APAC Power desk through physical power trading. Be part of a dynamic team that values creativity, expertise, and collaboration.

What you will do:

  • Develop and manage local physical Japan Power books to generate margins and enhance profitability.
  • Expand prop trading (physical and paper) with existing and new counterparties in Japan, focusing on power and related fuels.
  • Implement and monitor prop strategies defined by the APAC Power desk.
  • Lead contract negotiations, due diligence, and trade execution in coordination with internal teams.
  • Provide trading expertise to support origination activities in Japan.
  • Ensure compliance with risk, regulatory, and internal rules.
  • Build and strengthen Axpo's commercial networks within the APAC energy industry.
  • Collaborate with traders, analysts, and teams across APAC and HQ to structure new products and execute transactions.

What you bring & who you are:

  • University degree in business, finance, economics, or energy-related fields.
  • Minimum 7–10 years of experience in power trading in Japan, ideally in utilities, retailers, or trading houses.
  • Expertise in physical power trading on JPEX/OTC, scheduling rules, and operations.
  • Strong knowledge of hedging, power, fuels, renewable market fundamentals, rules, and regulations.
  • Creativity in deal-making and structuring, driven by results.
  • Demonstrated negotiation and relationship management skills.
  • Fluency in English and Japanese is mandatory for this role.

About the team:
We are a collaborative and innovative group, passionate about energy trading and optimization. Our diverse team thrives on exchanging ideas and building strong partnerships within the APAC energy sector.




At Axpo Group, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of non-discrimination, tolerance, and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications regardless of race and ethnicity, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, as well as socioeconomic, cultural, and religious background. We are committed to ensuring a respectful and inclusive recruiting process and workplace for everyone.


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