Trade Operations Assistant
CFP Energy · United Kingdom
CFP Energy is a leading specialist in carbon and environmental markets, helping large corporate organisations to navigate complex regulatory environments and volatile market conditions. With 20 years of experience, CFP Energy has built deep expertise across all major compliance carbon markets in Europe, including the EU and UK ETS. Operating from 9 offices across Europe, CFP Energy provides access to environmental markets alongside a broader suite of services across voluntary carbon, biofuels and financial products. The company supports businesses through market access services and tailored financial solutions that unlock liquidity and enable investment, supporting wider commercial growth. With cross-commodity access and a fully integrated offering across environmental, biofuels, and financial services, CFP Energy acts as a strategic partner for organisations navigating the energy transition. As a Trade Operations Assistant within our dynamic London-based team, you will be responsible for critical post-trade operations, including cash and inventory settlements, confirmation and invoice generation, internal and external reporting, and resolving trade-related issues. This role requires close collaboration with trading, sales, legal and other teams to ensure seamless trade processes while driving efficiency through process improvements and automation. * Preparing and reviewing trade confirmations to ensure the accuracy of all its economic, financial and legal terms. * Issuing and reconciling trade related invoices. * Ensuring timely cash and inventory settlements. * Instructing daily transfers of carbon emission certificates. * Managing the end-of-day inventory reconciliation. * Assisting with new registry account setup. * Leasing with various departments within the company, including finance, risk, compliance, sales and trading, to ensure any operational issues are resolved in an efficient and timely manner. * Ensuring the systematic management of operational records and information. Skills and Experience required: * A degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Business, or another relevant discipline, or equivalent practical experience. * Previous internship, placement year or administrative experience in financial services, energy, operations or a similar environment would be beneficial, but is not essential. * Experience using AI tools or automation technologies to improve efficiency, solve problems or support day-to-day tasks would be advantageous. * An interest in financial markets, commodities, or trading, with a willingness to learn about financial products and derivatives (e.g. forwards, futures, swaps and options). * Strong Microsoft Excel skills, with the ability to work confidently with data (e.g. formulas, sorting, filtering and basic analysis). * Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy when completing tasks. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think logically and identify solutions. * Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team. * Well-organised, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise workload and meet deadlines. * A proactive, positive attitude with a willingness to learn, take ownership and adapt in a fast-paced environment. CFP Energy is committed to ensuring equal opportunities, fairness of treatment, dignity and respect, and the elimination of all forms of discrimination in the workplace for all employees/contractors and job applicants.