Energy Market Access Specialist

Job Description

Our mission is to turn data into market-beating trading strategies by using sophisticated mathematical models and cutting-edge technology. The core team consists of top-class developers, quant analysts and traders who are using their accumulated know-how to create a state-of-the-art platform. It is an ambitious and exciting start-up project - no legacy code, no mundane maintenance and outdated technologies, only a pure joy of creating a well-designed piece of software.

We are an independent company. And you will have a real say in what will be developed and in what way.

We hire only the brightest and the most curious minds. We are looking for university graduates with strong programming skills, a drive and an interest in solving complex problems.

What you would work on

• Leading and overseeing market access across our existing and new energy markets - ensuring we can operate efficiently and in full compliance with market rules and requirements
• Driving preparation for new markets, renewable and storage assets into our trading portfolio, and coordinating legal, tax and compliance aspects
• Acting as the primary point of contact with external market institutions - regulators, TSOs, power exchanges, and other market operators - representing Second Foundation with professionalism and expertise
• Monitoring regulatory and market access developments across jurisdictions and proactively advising internal teams on implications for market participation
• Identifying and implementing improvements to internal processes, workflows, and coordination practices related to market access and operational activities
• Working closely with trading, legal, compliance, and operations teams to support smooth market participation and resolve complex operational matters
• Owning and maintaining our operational, regulatory, and onboarding documentation - ensuring accuracy, completeness, and accessibility across the organization
• Managing KYC, membership, and other regulatory onboarding requirements with precision and a strong sense of ownership

What makes you a great candidate

• University degree in law, economics, finance, or a related field; advanced degree or professional certifications are a plus
• Several years of relevant professional experience in energy, legal, finance, trading, or another regulated industry - you have navigated complex regulatory environments before
• Understanding of energy markets and trading, including exchange memberships, regulatory registration processes, and the operational mechanics of market participation
• Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams independently, prioritize effectively, and drive things to completion without close supervision
• Strong communication skills - comfortable engaging with regulators, market operators, and senior internal stakeholders alike
• Fluent written and spoken English and Czech; additional European languages are a strong advantage
• Proactive, structured, and curious - you anticipate issues before they arise, ask the right questions, and thrive in complex, fast-moving environments
• High attention to detail combined with the judgment to distinguish what matters from what doesn't

What we offer

• Brand new office in the city center - Masaryčka.
• Competitive salary package with the possibility of a yearly bonus.
• 25 days of paid holiday.
• Flexible working hours and home-office options.
• High-end workstation.
• Sponsored lunch in the office. Every workday.
• Free snacks at the office.
• Multisport Card - fully paid by the company.
• Colleagues who are absolute experts in what they do.

Opportunities

We aim to become a global name in quantitative trading. Working with us means access to endless growth opportunities and the chance to solve exciting problems with a collaborative team. We are seeking high-performers across a variety of roles and experience levels to join our growing firm.