Spot Process Manager (Physical Power Trading)
Espoo, FI
About the role
We are looking for a Spot Process Manager to join our Physical Trading organization in Espoo. Our team is responsible for planning hydropower and nuclear power production as well as submitting bids to the Nord Pool day-ahead market.
In this role, you will lead and further develop the day-ahead process together with the team. You will guide the development of tools and processes and work closely on a Pan-Nordic level. You will keep track of regulatory developments in the Nordic and European markets and ensure that our daily processes and tools remain fit for purpose in a changing market environment. You will communicate development needs clearly and constructively to the development teams.
You may already be an experienced electricity market professional or at the beginning of your career – what also matters is your willingness to learn and develop. You will succeed by gaining a good understanding of the current day-ahead process together with our spot traders. Collaboration is key, and you will have the support of experienced colleagues along the way.
This role offers you a front-row seat at the heart of the energy transition and the chance to contribute to building a sustainable future. You will be supported by skilled and approachable colleagues, and you will gain in-depth knowledge of the market while working closely with traders, market analysts, and portfolio managers.
About you
We are looking for someone with a strong interest in physical electricity markets and trading.
To succeed in this role, you should have:
- A university degree in a relevant field, such as technical, business or economics
- Practical experience in physical electricity markets
- Fluency and strong collaboration skills in both Finnish and English
- Swedish is considered an advantage, as you will work in a Nordic environment
- Interest in the development of production planning and trading tools
- An analytical mindset, with the ability to see the big picture while also paying attention to details
We offer you
At Fortum, we believe in a better future and want to be involved in shaping it. Our workplace is a safe place, both physically and mentally. You will grow with professional colleagues, being trusted and free to challenge yourself.
We offer comprehensive benefits, flexible working hours, and hybrid work model to support your productivity, development and wellbeing. We are committed to build diverse teams where everyone feels included and is treated equally. More information about our culture and benefits can be found here.
Espoo office is a smoke-free workplace.
Interested?
Submit your application latest on 21.09.2025. If you have questions and would like to hear more about the position, please contact Satu Poutanen, Manager Asset Optimization & Intraday Trading Finland, +358 400 601 185 or satu.poutanen@fotum.com
What to expect from the recruitment process?
We start contacting suitable candidates already during the application period.
The recruitment process will include two rounds of interviews with different participants. We might utilize a digital assessment in the process and reference checks.
To be selected for the position, the applicant must go through background clearance and a health examination including drug testing.
We are Fortum
Fortum is a Nordic energy company. We generate and deliver reliable energy to our customers and the Nordic energy system while at the same time helping industries decarbonise their processes and grow. Our core operations comprise efficient and best-in-class low-carbon power generation, customer services, and heating and cooling. Fortum’s power generation is already 99% from renewable or nuclear sources with one of the lowest specific CO2-emissions in Europe. We are guided by our ambitious SBTi-validated emission reduction targets on our way towards net-zero by 2040. For our ~4,500 employees, we commit to be a safe and inspiring workplace. Fortum's share is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki. fortum.com