Metals Operations Team Lead - Trade & Logistics

Richard James Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing trading business in London is seeking a Metals Operations Team Lead to supervise a small team while managing trade execution, storage, and distribution. The ideal candidate should have experience in metals or commodity trade operations and supervising team members. This hands-on leadership position offers a chance to influence operational processes and contribute to the company's global expansion plans.

Qualifications

• Experience in metals or commodity trade operations, logistics, or trade support.
• Supervising or mentoring junior team members, or currently in a senior operator role.
• Strong organisational, communication, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a small operations team.
• Manage trade execution, storage, and UK distribution.
• Collaborate with traders and internal teams on operational and commercial activities.
• Gain hands-on experience across international metals trading and logistics.
• Influence operational processes and support business growth.

Skills

Experience in metals or commodity trade operations

Supervising or mentoring junior team members

Strong organisational skills

Strong communication skills

Strong analytical skills

Interest in metals markets and trading

Job description

A fast-growing trading business in London is seeking a Metals Operations Team Lead to supervise a small team while managing trade execution, storage, and distribution. The ideal candidate should have experience in metals or commodity trade operations and supervising team members. This hands-on leadership position offers a chance to influence operational processes and contribute to the company's global expansion plans.