EDP Renewables is a global leader in the renewable energy sector and the fourth-largest wind energy producer. With a sound development pipeline, first-class assets, and market-leading operating capacity, EDPR has undergone exceptional development in recent years and is currently present in 28 markets.
Our company is part of EDP, a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.
What you will do
Hey there! At EDP, we're all about saving the planet and having a blast doing it! We're like superheroes, but instead of capes, we're wearing sustainable energy hats. Our mission? To create a more inclusive, shared, and greener world! We're talking wind power, solar power, and hydro power - all the powers combined to make the world a better place. By 2030, we're aiming to be as green as a field of clovers, and we're not stopping there! We're committed to Changing Tomorrow Now by promoting gender equality, welcoming people of all abilities, bringing different generations together, and celebrating diversity in our workplace. So come on, join us on this epic journey to save the planet! Role Overview:
The Market Risk Associate will join the Market Risk team, which sits within BEF Risk and works as part of the Global Energy Management (GEM) platform within EDP Group. The role supports the independent monitoring, analysis and control of market risks arising from generation assets, PPAs, hedging activity and market operations, with a strong focus on EDPR and GEM North America. Main responsibilities:
- Be part of the Market Risk function within BEF Risk and GEM, supporting recurring risk governance, reporting and management materials.
- Monitor and control market risks in open exposures arising from generation, commercial contracts, hedging activity and related market products.
- Calculate, analyze and monitor key risk metrics for energy portfolio activities, including exposure, sensitivities, stress scenarios, limit usage and other recurring risk indicators.
- Support the definition, implementation and monitoring of risk limits, escalation processes, risk appetite and governance frameworks.
- Analyze price, volume, shape, basis and congestion risks across relevant power and environmental markets.
- Support the assessment of hedging strategies and market instruments used to manage portfolio risks.
- Contribute to liquidity, collateral and stress-testing assessments linked to market movements and portfolio evolution.
- Support Market Risk input to origination and commercial teams, including analysis of contract structure, shape, optionality, tenor, delivery considerations and risk-return profile.
- Support market operations with risk models for hedging, congestion, scheduling and market participation.
- Support investment and portfolio analyses by assessing relevant market risk drivers, financial risk factors, counterparty considerations and profitability sensitivities.
- Develop, maintain and automate Market Risk monitoring tools and dashboards using data, analytics and visualization tools.
- Perform back-testing, policy reviews and on-demand strategic analyses for management decision-making.
- Other job task as assigned
Work site
Houston Corporate offices - Hybrid - working (3) days in the office and (2) days from home. Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, Finance, Mathematics or related field. MBA, CFA or other quantitative / finance credentials are a plus.
- Professional experience: 3+ years in energy markets, market risk, trading risk, origination, consulting, corporate finance, analytics or a related field.
- Ability to read, write and speak fluent English. Spanish and/or Portuguese are a plus.
- Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills; Power BI, SQL, Python and data visualization experience are a plus.
- Good understanding of statistics, corporate finance, accounting and risk metrics. Knowledge of power markets, renewables, PPAs, FTRs, RECs / environmental attributes or congestion risk is a plus.
- Competency in analytical problem solving, communication, stakeholder management, customer / partner relationships and technology-enabled process improvement.
Behavioral Requirements:
- Good analytical and quantitative skills
- Interest in data management
Physical demands & working conditions:
- Sitting/Standing/Flexibility: Ability to frequently perform physical tasks including standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching while on project sites; ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environment
- Speech/Reading: Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
- Lifting: Ability to lift items weighing up to 20 pounds
- Vision/Hearing: Ability to understand a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
- Safety: Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary
More than academic knowledge and technical skills, we are looking for ambitious people who are enthusiastic about the future and who bring human skills aligned with our purpose.
Equal opportunities for all
Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.
Need more reasons to apply?
As a top employer we:
Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;
Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;
Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;
Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time, highlighting the EDP group's strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:
Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute
Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index
Global certification as a family-responsible company by Fundacion Masfamilia
Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle
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EDPR
Jun 28, 2026