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.