JOB DESCRIPTION
ROLE: JUNIOR ENERGY ANALYST
DEPT: COMMODITIES
REPORTS TO: MANAGER OF COMMODITIES
DIRECT REPORTS: none
WHO WE ARE:
Blackstone is a Toronto-based energy transition company who has been serving clients since 2003. Our success is built on helping clients save, sustain, and thrive through the development of responsible energy/carbon management solutions targeting budgeting, cost improvements, and consumption efficiencies, emissions reductions, clean energy retrofits and ESG reporting.
Our unbiased, client-focused approach delivers strategic, full-service energy management from sourcing commodities to energy usage governance. We are guided by our impassioned vision to take all clients to net-zero emissions by 2050.
We are a rapidly growing team with an entrepreneurial culture providing superior customer service and customized energy solutions. This position is an entry-level role in the Commodities department supporting a team that manages North American natural gas, electricity, and carbon portfolios.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
This is an exciting entry-level opportunity for recent graduates looking to launch their careers in the fast-paced and ever-evolving energy sector. As a Junior Energy Analyst, you’ll gain valuable exposure to commodity trading markets, risk mitigation strategies, and the intricacies of energy portfolio management. You’ll play a key role in supporting the management of some of Canada’s largest client portfolios, working alongside industry experts to analyze market trends and optimize energy strategies. Beyond commodities, this role provides exposure to various other areas of the organization, offering opportunities to collaborate across teams and gain a well-rounded understanding of the broader energy landscape. You’ll also develop valuable insight into global energy fundamentals, policy, and regulatory changes - critical factors shaping the future of the industry. If you're eager to build a strong foundation in energy and thrive in a dynamic, high-impact environment, this role is the perfect place to start.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
- Assist with the onboarding of new clients to ensure a smooth transition
- Assist clients in reporting their facility’s annual energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.
- Assist with the development and implementation of new products and services
- Use utility and transportation portals in the nomination of natural gas quantities to ensure delivery obligations are being met.
- Conduct utility rate and rebate analyses and provide recommendations on impacts to client portfolios.
- Conduct risk analyses on natural gas and electricity procurement strategies to understand and clearly communicate the potential risks and implications to senior management and clients
- Support cross-departmental teams to analyze, plan, and/or implement programs related to energy procurement, risk management, sustainability initiatives, regulatory compliance, and market analysis in alignment with the broader corporate business strategy and objectives.
- Summarize complex data into understandable, user-friendly, relevant explanations for reporting and knowledge transfer to management and staff
- Create, analyze, and distribute commodities reporting packages to clients that consist of multiyear budget forecasting, consumption performance, portfolio performance, accrual, and other custom elements.
- Optimize and establish client natural gas daily contract quantity (DCQ) and large volume distribution contract utility parameters.
- Maintain knowledge of U.S. and Canadian energy markets, policies, regulations, programs, rebates, practices, and issues, and stay abreast of current issues affecting energy markets across North America.
- Contribute commodity market commentary in weekly market intelligence reports and assist in commodities-based request for proposals (RFP’s).
- Attend relevant energy symposiums and networking events for continued learning.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING:
- A bachelor’s degree in finance, Business/Commerce, Economics, Math or similar program
- Organized and able to manage multiple projects throughout the life of the project, including post-implementation
- Understanding of strategic planning, data management, financial or economic modeling, performance measurement, and risk management
- Advanced skill level with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access.
- Ability to develop standardized reporting and data management routines.
- Flexible and adaptable with a strong desire to learn.
- High professional standard with a strong sense of personal integrity
- Experience in Power Bi and Python is a strong asset.
- Strong English communication skills (written & verbal)
- Experience in energy sector is an asset but not required
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
- An opportunity to join a dynamic, fast-paced energy transition with true climate responsibility impact.
- RRSP program with employer match
- Competitive salary
- Opportunity for growth and mentorship
- Flexible, hybrid work arrangements
- A fully funded, employee-focused health benefits plan (including vision care, Virtual Doctors, an extensive Employee & Family Assistance Plan, and enhanced coverages for wellness-based practitioners such as mental health support, massage therapy and others)
- Company-paid Health & Wellness days off
- Fitness Club subsidy
- Bike Share subsidy
- A collaborative, inclusive, solutions-oriented work culture.
- DEI+B Committee
- Central midtown Toronto office on the TTC line
Blackstone is an equal opportunity employer, providing equal opportunities to employees regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, or age. We strive to maintain an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and heard, and can be their best selves at work. Our commitment to sustainability and climate responsibility is foundational to who we are. Read our Corporate ESG report here.
We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. Our recruitment process does not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support activities such as application screening and candidate assessment. All hiring decisions are reviewed and made by human representatives of the Company.
