£38K/yr to £40K/yr
London, England
Permanent, Variable

Graduate Commodities Trader

Posted by Citygrad.

We are currently looking for ambitious and analytical graduates to join a leading financial institution as Graduate Commodities Traders.

With unrivalled in-house expertise and market knowledge, you will learn how to design customised hedging structures to optimise outcomes. As part of the graduate programme, you will be given a comprehensive training from some of the best in the industry giving you a strong platform to develop your skills as a Trader.

Some of the topics you will cover as part of the graduate programme:

  • Introduction to Commodities Trading: Comprehensive overview of commodities markets, including energy, agricultural products, and FX.
  • Options and Derivatives: Understanding options and derivative products commonly traded in commodities markets, including futures, forwards, options, and swaps.
  • Risk Management and Compliance: Understanding the regulatory environment and risk management practices in commodities trading, including the use of derivatives.
  • Professional Certification: Preparation for and completion of relevant industry examinations, such as the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI) Level 3 Certificate.
  • Market Analysis: Conduct market research and analysis to understand trends, supply and demand dynamics, and geopolitical factors affecting commodity prices.
  • Trade Execution: Assist traders in executing trades and managing positions, learning the intricacies of trade lifecycle management.
  • Portfolio Management: Participate in managing a portfolio of commodity positions, applying risk management techniques to manage the portfolio effectively.

Requirements:

  • STEM Degree educated
  • Strong analytical and quantitative abilities.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work quickly and under pressure.
  • Desirable: Proficiency in a programming language for data analysis and automation tasks.