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Trading Assistant / Trainee Trader
Location: Beckton, London
Salary: £26,000 per annum
Recruiter: Pin Point Recruitment
Pin Point Recruitment is proud to be working with a highly respected and long-established precious metals merchant based in Beckton.
This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual to join their Trading team as a Trading Assistant / Trainee Trader, offering full training, long-term development, and the chance to build a career in a specialist and fast-moving industry.
The Role – Trading Assistant / Trainee Trader
* Reporting directly to the Head of Trading, you will play a key support role within the busy Trading department. Your responsibilities will include:
* Monitoring and maintaining metal positions in real time
* Assisting with daily reconciliation of trading P&L
* Processing customer orders accurately and efficiently
* Handling customer enquiries with professionalism and confidence
* Engaging in retail sales of bullion products
* Supporting the trading team with administrative and operational tasks
* Learning the fundamentals of precious metal trading, with structured on-the-job training provided
Requirements
* Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent), ideally in Economics, Mathematics or a related field
* Interest or knowledge in commodity trading and/or small-scale engineering/manufacturing (advantageous)
* Ability to work independently, use initiative, and generate ideas
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Experience with Sage products (Sage 200 in particular) would be an advantage
* A proactive mindset and eagerness to learn—full training is provided
Why Apply?
* Full, structured training in a specialist and high-demand sector
* Clear development and long-term progression opportunities
* Work alongside highly skilled industry experts
* Friendly, supportive and established team
* Competitive starting salary of £26,000
* Based in Beckton, near London City Airport
How to Apply
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