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My client's global head office in London is a leading global brokerage of freight and commodities. They are the world's largest broker on dry freight futures, and have a strong presence across the bulk commodities, metals, and energy markets. They were the first brokerage to trade in the cleared market on iron ore and later coking coal futures, they also maintain a strong position in broking steel futures on all exchanges, as well as fuel oil, base metals, fertilisers, and tanker freight. they are extremely proud of their innovative ethos, having been first mover on a number of products, most recently on the cobalt and air freight futures markets. Not only do they provide excellent brokerage services, but also data services via their App, FIS Live, other data services, as well as education to help those entering new markets.
They have have expanded via their network of trading associates and branch offices to offer coverage of derivative and physical shipping markets in London, New York, Houston, Dubai, Mumbai, Athens, Copenhagen, Geneva, Singapore and Shanghai. Through their global network, offers full brokerage services, trade execution and in-depth market intelligence and data for freight and commodities, as well as providing physical ship and cargo services. Their expertise in managing credit and counterparty risk provides a vital competitive advantage while enabling clients to trade with confidence.
The Role and Benefits
They have an exciting opportunity for a Commodity Broker in their London office. This is a mid-level role for a dynamic individual who has a passion for the financial markets. You will be personable, tenacious and a natural networker, having a proactive approach to generating leads and securing new business. In addition, you will be well organised, highly analytical and thrive in a fast-moving environment with a flat management structure. You are able to work under your own initiative as well as being an excellent team player.
Key responsibilities:
Promote their company; providing market intelligence and analysis to clients
Arrange trades via voice broking on and behalf of clients
Ensure all trades are executed on a non-advice / execution only basis
Reconcile and enter trades in Trade Manager and/or relevant exchange as necessary
Maintain and enhance existing client relationships, making regular contact and tracking daily trading activities
Proactively solicit feedback from industry participants via trade calls, surveys, industry events, trade shows and conferences
Produce a daily/weekly update of market prices, market direction for international desks
On-board new clients following correct Compliance and Operations procedures Regularly assess client needs and financial conditions to identify internal cross-selling opportunities
Understand the desk's business strategy; identify and seize new business opportunities relating to trends, future markets, products and clients
Perform any other reasonable duties the company may requireRisk related responsibilities
Understand regulation within the evolving regulatory landscape
Support a risk and compliance aware culture and comply with FIS company policies Exercise judgement and act with integrity, due care, skill and diligence and open and co-operative with the FCA, other regulators and exchanges
Ensure full awareness of and adhere to internal policies that relate to the role or any relevant other activities
Observe standards of market conduct and ensure understanding and adherence to all regulatory, exchange or clearing house requirements applicable to roleRequirements
Experience in any of the commodity markets in which they operate - preferred
Sound knowledge of underlying markets and technical aspects of broking - essential
Demonstrate experience as a broker covering commercial clients (financial markets) - essential
Deep understanding of price risk management - essential
CISI Regs & Derivatives exams - preferred
Strong client focus; personable and engaging building relationships and networks wherever possible - essential
Communicate effectively with clients and colleagues - essential
Tenacious and thrives in a pressurised environment - essential
Team orientated; works well with others and diverse groups / personalities - essential Excellent attention to detail; strong analytical and numeracy skills - essential
Exhibit professional and ethical conduct at all times, establishing and developing all business relationships (internal and external stakeholders) based on respect, integrity & dignity
Strong IT Systems experience - Excel - essentialBenefits
Their rapidly growing business offers a dynamic environment for talented, entrepreneurial professionals to achieve results and grow/ progress their careers.
Competitive salary and discretionary bonus
Pension scheme
Private healthcare and life assurance scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
25 days holiday
Gym membership
Season ticket travel loan
Cycle to work scheme
Learning & Development / CPD opportunitiesServices advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business.
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