Back

Japanese Speaking – Power Trader

Company is end-to-end battery energy storage systems (BESS) business, focusing exclusively on grid-scale battery storage infrastructure. Their business model covers development, construction and operations of BESS assets across multiple geographies.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage operations of grid-connected battery energy storage systems (BESS) and work closely with Market & Policy Analysts and Risk Managers to optimize asset performance and profitability.

  • Support trade execution and settlement activities in the Japan Electric Power Exchange (JEPX) spot and day-ahead markets, as well as the Electricity Price Regulation Exchange (EPRX).

  • Prepare and submit required operational plans and reports to the Organization for Cross-Regional Coordination of Transmission Operators (OCCTO) and EPRX.

  • Manage procedures for participation in new markets, including EPRX market entry tests.

  • Act as the main point of contact for external stakeholders such asJEPX,EPRX,OCCTO, transmission system operators (TSOs), andMETI, while coordinating with the internal Finance team on settlement operations.

  • Prepare and submit regulatory reports to METI and manage the acquisition and maintenance of licenses related to BESS operations, including retail, generation, and aggregator licenses.

  • Collaborate with overseas teams to acquire necessary licenses, manage regulatory reporting, and integrate global best practices into Japan’s trading strategy development.


Qualifications

  • Minimum 3 years of experience in electricity supply and demand operations within Japan.

  • At least 3 years of hands-on experience in physical short-term power trading in Japan (JEPX spot and day-ahead markets).

  • Strong understanding of Japan’s electricity market structure and regulatory environment.

  • Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work effectively both independently and in a team setting.

  • Strong problem-solving skills and a genuine passion for power trading.

  • Comfortable communicating and collaborating with overseas teams (English proficiency not required).