Back Office Trainee

Axpo Bulgaria is an energy trading company established in 2006. We are part of the Swiss Axpo Group, whose 5000 employees develop innovative energy solutions based on state-of-the-art technologies for customers in 40 countries in Europe, the USA and Asia. Our strategic focus is on power and gas markets across Europe. In our operations center in Sofia, more than 90 employees are active in Europe-wide electricity and natural gas trading.

About the role
As a Back Office trainee you will gain knowledge and experience in the different areas of Back office for an energy trading company. You will receive the necessary training and mentoring and in the course of three 6-month rotations cycles will get the opportunity to support the daily activities of our Back Office, Financial Settlement and Transactions Management teams.

What you will do

• Take active participation in training initiatives which provide introduction to the deal life cycle of an energy trading business


• Gain knowledge and understanding of the processes in the departments performing Back office activities


• Support the operations of the Back Office, Financial Settlement and Transactions Management teams by performing various tasks and activities such as confirmation matching, checks, reconciliations, EMIR/REMIT reporting, handling of incoming investigations and clarification requests


• Show proactive attitude - make suggestions for improvements and optimizations


• Take advantage of networking opportunities within the company to expand the scope of knowledge and gain new experience

Who you are and what you bring 

• Completed at least Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Economics, Business Administration, Information Technology or related field


• Well-developed analytical, numerical and logical thinking


• Excellent academic track record


• Responsible with ability to prioritize and manage one's time


• Attention to detail


• Excellent communication skills


• Pro-active attitude and willingness to learn


• Basic programming skills will be a strong plus (ex: SQL, VBA, Python)


• Fluent English; other languages will be considered an advantage

About the Team 
Axpo Bulgaria has a team of experienced professionals with in-depth knowledge of the Energy industry. The real energy of Axpo lies in its employees. Committed people who think innovatively and entrepreneurially are the basis of Axpo's success. Become part of the Axpo experience and make a difference.

Our offer

• A friendly and supportive team of professionals


• Opportunity for long-term career development in a dynamic, but yet very steady business


• Excellent remuneration and extensive social benefits (32 days of paid leave per year, food vouchers, sports and transportation allowance)


• Opportunity for professional exchange in Switzerland for up to 3 months


• Invaluable professional experience and business knowledge => kick start a career in Energy trading


• Introduction to the deal life cycle  => see the purpose and impact => get inspired about the importance of your role

All applications will be treated with a high level of confidentiality. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview. Please apply with your CV in English.