Job Description

Montel is expanding! We are looking for an

analytically minded Junior Data Scientist

to join our growing team in either Terneuzen or Teesside. You'll be joining a friendly, ambitious, and international team that's helping to shape the future of energy data in Europe. We're big on curiosity, collaboration, and learning as we go. Whether you're fine-tuning forecasting models or trying out new analytical approaches, you'll have plenty of chances to grow your skills and learn from others who are just as passionate about energy and innovation as you are.


In this role, you will use your technical skills and problem-solving mindset to help clients turn complex energy market data into

actionable insights

across the European energy sector. This is a unique opportunity for candidates excited about the energy sector, passionate about data science, and eager to contribute to meaningful, data-driven insights. If you've got strong quantitative skills, a love for data science, and an interest in the energy world, we'd really love to hear from you.

Please note

: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Job location:

We're looking for someone based in either the Netherlands who can work from our Terneuzen office or the UK who can work from our Stockton-on-Tees office. Once your induction is successfully completed, you'll have the flexibility to be in the office at least two days a week. We get that everyone has their own way of working, so we offer a flexible, hybrid setup to help make that work for you.

Key responsibilities:

Work closely with market experts and analysts to

transform raw data into valuable intelligence

. Analyse European energy market data to identify

trends, anomalies, and patterns

. Build, maintain, and optimize

forecasting and analytical models

using Python and modern data science tools. Monitor and evaluate

model performance

to ensure reliability and accuracy. Deploy models into

production

and collaborate with stakeholders to integrate insights into business decisions.

What we are looking for:

Strong quantitative and analytical skills (e.g. in statistics, mathematics, physics, or computer science). Proficiency in

Python

and familiarity with data analysis libraries (pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn, etc.). Genuine interest in the energy sector and motivation to learn about market dynamics, with any relevant studies, experience or exposure seen as a plus but not essential.

Fluent in English

(any extra languages are a bonus).

We offer:

Salary: Competitive (negotiable depending on experience). Hybrid and flexible working. 25 days annual holiday. Company pension. Opportunities for career growth and plenty of training opportunities. Opportunity for European travel. Regular social activities and events. Additional benefits are available depending on office location.

About Montel

Montel, an independent and rapidly growing provider of information to the energy sector, specializes in news, data, and analytics. We are a trusted information source, boasting a dedicated team of over 50 journalists who meticulously cover market developments, and more than 30 developers committed to delivering top-notch data to our clients.


At the forefront of the green transition, Montel plays a pivotal role by equipping companies with essential decision-making tools tailored for the dynamic energy markets. Our clientele encompasses a wide range of entities including large energy consumers, producers, regulators, traders, consultants, authorities, media, and more.


Since its establishment 30 years ago, Montel has cultivated a distinct, amiable business culture, steeped in the Norwegian ethos of "hyggelig-hyggelig", a term that reflects our values of generosity and friendliness.


In 2022, Montel joined forces with Riverside, a renowned global private equity firm. Maintaining co-ownership with its employees and founders, Montel is on an ambitious path of growth.


Today, Montel proudly employs over 300 staff members across various European offices, offering abundant opportunities for professional development and collaboration with colleagues from different regions.


Our comprehensive product range includes Energy news, market price data, and various analytics products such as Montel Online, EnAppSys, PriceIT, Energy Quantified, and Energy Brainpool. For more information, please visit our website www.montel.energy