Commodity Options Broker

Freight Investor Services Ltd.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global brokerage firm is seeking an experienced Commodity Options Broker to drive business and promote services. The role involves arranging trades, providing market intelligence, and developing client relationships in the commodities sector. Ideal candidates will have a background in options markets, strong client focus, and excellent communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary, discretionary bonus, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Discretionary bonus

Various employee benefits

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in options markets is required.
• A deep understanding of price risk management is essential.
• Candidates must demonstrate strong attention to detail and ethical conduct.

Responsibilities

• Promote FIS and provide market intelligence to clients.
• Arrange trades via voice broking for clients at relevant exchanges.
• Create liquidity and facilitate price discovery.

Skills

Experience in options markets (equities, fixed income, FX, commodities)

Strong client focus

Excellent communication skills

Resilience under pressure

Job description

London, United Kingdom Posted on 06/08/2025

Freight Investor Services (FIS) is a leading global brokerage of freight and commodities. We are the world's largest broker on dry freight futures, with a strong presence across bulk commodities, metals, and energy markets. We pioneered trading in the cleared market on iron ore and coking coal futures, and maintain a strong position in broking steel futures on all exchanges, as well as fuel oil, base metals, fertilisers, and tanker freight. We pride ourselves on our innovative ethos, being first movers in markets like cobalt and air freight futures. We provide excellent brokerage services, data services via our App, FIS Live, and educational support for new market entrants.

Our global network of trading associates and branch offices in London, New York, Houston, Dubai, Mumbai, Athens, Copenhagen, Geneva, Singapore, and Shanghai allows us to offer comprehensive services in derivative and physical shipping markets, including trade execution, market intelligence, physical ship and cargo services, and risk management expertise.

Job Description

THE ROLE

We are seeking an experienced Commodity Options Broker with proven expertise in options markets. This mid-level role suits a dynamic individual passionate about financial markets. Responsibilities include promoting FIS, arranging trades on behalf of clients, and generating new business through proactive networking. Ideal candidates will have experience in commodity or energy markets.

Requirements

Key responsibilities

• Promote FIS and provide market intelligence to clients
• Arrange trades via voice broking for clients at relevant exchanges
• Create liquidity and facilitate price discovery with exchanges, SI's, MTF's, clearers, prime brokers, and prop traders
• Maintain and develop relationships with other brokers and clients
• Track daily trading activities and provide market updates
• Onboard new clients following compliance procedures
• Identify new business opportunities based on market trends

Risk-related responsibilities

• Understand evolving regulations and support a risk-aware culture
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements
• Act with integrity and due care, cooperating with regulators and exchanges

Training and Professional Development

• Participate in management feedback and mandatory training
• Maintain ongoing professional development and knowledge of markets and derivatives

Candidate Profile

• Experience in options markets (equities, fixed income, FX, commodities)
• Deep understanding of price risk management
• Strong client focus, communication skills, and resilience under pressure
• Team-oriented with excellent attention to detail and ethical conduct

We offer a dynamic environment with opportunities for career growth, a competitive salary, discretionary bonus, and various employee benefits.