Commodities Middle Office Analyst

Marlin Selection Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in London is seeking a candidate with 1–3 years of experience in market risk or product control roles. The ideal applicant will have advanced Excel skills and a strong understanding of financial products. Responsibilities include monitoring trading activity and producing P&L reports. The role requires an analytical mindset and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in a middle office, market risk, or product control role.
• Strong understanding of financial products and derivatives.
• Ability to interpret complex data and communicate insights.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily trading activity to manage risks within approved limits.
• Produce timely P&L and valuation reports across asset classes.
• Collaborate with teams to support decision-making and performance analysis.

Skills

Market risk analysis

Excel proficiency

Data analysis

Tools

SQL

Job description

Responsibilities

Monitoring daily trading activity to ensure risks are accurately captured and remain within approved limits.

• Producing timely and reliable P&L and valuation reports across various asset classes, including commodities and FX
• Supporting and improving risk frameworks and control processes that underpin trading operations
• Building tools and reports to help the business better understand market exposures and trends
• Collaborating with traders, finance, and risk teams to support strategic decision-making and performance analysis

Requirements

• 1–3 years of relevant experience in a middle office, market risk, or product control role within energy or commodities
• A strong understanding of financial products and derivatives
• Advanced Excel skills and a working knowledge of data tools (SQL or similar)
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex data and communicate insights clearly
• The ability to manage deadlines, stay organised, and remain detail-focused in a high-pressure environment

How to apply

If you are interested in the role, please do apply or get in touch with Paula at Marlin Selection.

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