Trading Assistant / Trainee Trader

Pin Point Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected precious metals merchant in Beckton is seeking an ambitious individual for the role of Trading Assistant / Trainee Trader. This position offers full training in a specialist and fast-moving industry. Responsibilities include monitoring metal positions, processing orders, and engaging in retail sales. The ideal candidate holds a relevant degree and has an interest in commodity trading. This role promises excellent long-term development and a chance to build a rewarding career.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, ideally in a relevant field.
• Interest or knowledge in commodity trading is advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain metal positions in real time.
• Assist with daily reconciliation of trading P&L.
• Process customer orders accurately and efficiently.
• Handle customer enquiries with professionalism.
• Engage in retail sales of bullion products.
• Support the trading team with administrative tasks.
• Learn the fundamentals of precious metal trading.

Skills

Interest in commodity trading

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Mathematics or related field

Job description

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 independ...