Proprietary Futures Trader -Precious Metals / Base Metals

Page Executive; United Kingdom; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Trading Specialist to develop and execute commodity arbitrage trading strategies. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience within the futures industry, including a proven P&L track record. This role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for career growth in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical insurance

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in the futures or securities finance industry.
• Strong P&L track record in futures or commodities arbitrage.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement commodity arbitrage trading strategies.
• Take ownership of arbitrage trading for base metals futures.
• Analyze industry data and trends.

Skills

Futures arbitrage

Commodities trading

P&L management

Market research

Communication skills

Job description

• Familiar with base metals / precious metal futures trading
• Good futures or commodities arbitrage and a solid P&L Track record

About Our Client

Established globally with offices worldwide and is a diversified investment firm globally trading equities, commodities, FX, fixed income (Bonds, Credit & Rates). The company adopts market neutral strategies to minimize the impact of market turbulence and maximize investment potential.

Job Description

• Trading Strategies: Utilize your expertise in the base metals industry to create and implement commodity arbitrage trading strategies and execution. (China vs Global arbitrage)
• Precious / Base Metals Futures Arbitrage: Take ownership of arbitrage trading for base metals futures and commodity futures, encompassing both offshore and onshore products. Products such as Gold, Silver, Copper, Aluminium, Zinc, Nickel, Lead, Tin etc
• Holdings Analysis and Reporting: Organize and consolidate business segment holdings. Monitor brokerage bank funds and monthly positions, promptly communicating updates to the trading supervisor
• Industry Research and Reporting: Collect, organize, and analyze industry data. Monitor industry trends, conduct thorough research within your designated sector, and prepare insightful research reports
• Investment Opportunity Identification: Demonstrate a keen eye for recognizing valuable investment opportunities within the market

The Successful Applicant

• Relevant Experience: Possess a minimum of 3-5 years of hands-on experience within the futures or securities finance industry with Futures or commodities arbitrage and a solid P&L Track record
• Demonstrate a strong sense of initiative, responsibility, and execution capability. Possess excellent communication and problem-solving skills, coupled with a collaborative team spirit
• Adaptability: Thrive in diverse work environments and effectively manage work pressure

What's on Offer

• Comprehensive benefits, including medical insurance
• Opportunities for career growth within the banking and financial services department.