Electricity Market Analyst

Nexun

. Lead the commercial development, negotiation, and optimization of standalone and co-located solar-plus-storage BESS projects .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeBologna • ItalyMid-LevelSenior💰 €50,000 - €60,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in commercial development and negotiation of BESS projects, with strong analytical skills for revenue forecasting and optimization in European electricity markets. Proficient in financial modeling and stakeholder management, with a proven track record in deal closure and project valuation.

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BESS Revenue OptimizationCommercial Negotiation SkillsFinancial Modeling ExpertiseElectricity Market KnowledgeAnalytical Problem-Solving

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Hard Skills

Revenue ForecastingFinancial ModelingQuantitative AnalysisProject ValuationMarket Analysis

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationStakeholder ManagementSelf-DrivenProactive MindsetStructured Problem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

ExcelPythonPower BI

Industry Keywords

BESSPPATolling AgreementEnergy TradingFlexibility Markets

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the commercial development, negotiation, and optimization of standalone and co-located solar-plus-storage BESS projects
Identify best-value route-to-market strategies and forecast revenue schemes and offtake contract opportunities
Optimize plant commercial design to derisk projects and maximize value at ready-to-build stage
Develop and maintain knowledge of European electricity and flexibility markets, particularly Italy
Analyze regulatory developments and impacts on BESS and hybrid renewable projects
Develop country- and project-specific revenue forecasts using historical data, assumptions, trends, and competition
Analyze and quantify BESS revenue stacks, including arbitrage, intraday, balancing, ancillary services, capacity mechanisms, and flexibility revenues
Determine optimal technical and commercial BESS and hybrid project configurations
Evaluate grid connection conditions and operational constraints affecting configuration and revenues
Build, maintain, and improve revenue models and analytical tools
Benchmark external forecasts and develop internal revenue assumptions for investment and valuation
Evaluate merchant, tolling, PPA, floor, and hybrid route-to-market structures
Support PPA, Tolling Agreement, and other offtake negotiations with market analysis and pricing recommendations
Support business cases, investment decisions, and project valuations through scenario and sensitivity analyses
Collaborate with Development, Engineering, and Finance throughout the project lifecycle
Build relationships with utilities, traders, optimizers, aggregators, TSOs/DSOs, regulators, and other market stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Good understanding of electricity markets in at least one European target market
Familiarity with Day-Ahead, Intraday, Balancing, Ancillary Services, Capacity Markets, and other flexibility markets
Understanding of revenue optimization and commercialization models for standalone BESS and co-located renewable energy projects
Ability to interpret and use market models, revenue forecasts, and financial models
Strong Excel skills and financial modeling capabilities
Familiarity with Python, Power BI, or similar tools is a plus
Exposure to commercial negotiations, tolling agreements, PPAs, or energy trading is beneficial but not mandatory
Quantitative assessment of how technical configurations impact project economics
Strong commercial and negotiation skills; proven ability to lead and close deals
Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills
Self-driven, proactive, and entrepreneurial mindset
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Fluent English, written and spoken; additional European languages are an advantage
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Energy Economics, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Finance, or related discipline
3–5 years of experience in commercial or offtake origination, PPA/tolling negotiation, route-to-market, or energy trading, combined with solid understanding of electricity markets and BESS and renewable assets
Demonstrable deal track record is highly desirable

Benefits

Comp & perks

26 days of annual leave
Flexible working arrangements and strong work–life balance
Diverse and international team in a collaborative, inclusive culture
Modern equipment, including laptop and mobile phone
Vibrant co-working office in central city
Opportunity to contribute to high-impact renewable energy projects across six countries
Dynamic, innovative environment supporting learning, growth, and career development
Competitive compensation packages aligned with experience and market standards