Power Market Analyst

As a Power Market Analyst you will help develop Kpler’s Japanese power market offering, integrating data spanning load, price development, generation and regulatory developments. The analyst will also be responsible for monitoring and ensuring the high quality of the Product's data, as well as identifying and implementing improvements.

Key Responsibilities

Continuously improve data coverage and quality by identifying, evaluating, and prioritizing new data sources in collaboration with the Product team.

Monitor and research key developments in the Japanese power market.

Produce actionable insights through commentary and social media posts on Japan power trends.

Collaborate with our LNG and coal teams to embed cross commodity views in the power offering.

Actively engage with stakeholders, including clients, media, and industry participants, to promote research and market insights developed at Kpler.

Work closely with the commercial and product team to articulate client needs.

Experience & Background

Essential:

Have at least 2 years of experience analyzing Asian commodity markets

Are proficient in analyzing complex datasets, with advanced skills in Excel and data handling.

Have coding experience with tools/languages such as SQL, Python, or VBA, enabling efficient data analysis and model development.

Possess a strong understanding of commodity/power markets, ideally experience in Japan power markets

Demonstrate exceptional written and verbal communication and presentation skills, with experience creating high-quality reports and delivering insights to stakeholders.

Exhibit strong logical thinking, a detail-oriented approach, and the ability to synthesize complex information into clear conclusions.

Are passionate about energy markets, with a keen interest in understanding and forecasting market dynamics.

Nice to Have:

Japanese speaker

Skills & Competencies

Technical / Functional Skills:

Data literacy and ability to interpret market datasets

Market knowledge of the power/gas/LNG markets with a focus on Japan and how LNG & power prices develop

Modelling knowledge to develop forward looking fundamental insights on consumption and disruptive trends such as batteries

Clear, structured writing and analytical skills

Behavioural Competencies:

Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team

Resilience and adaptability in fast-moving, unpredictable market conditions

Curious and outside the box thinking skills to develop innovative  and insightful analytics

Strong work ethic, with the flexibility to respond to unexpected developments

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in economics or quantitative topic