Base Metals Futures Trader

Redstone Search; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment firm is seeking a proprietary futures trader with a focus on base metals to join a growing hedge fund in Singapore. The role involves developing trading strategies, managing arbitrage opportunities, and conducting market research. Applicants should have 3-5 years of trading experience, a strong P&L track record, and relevant educational qualifications.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of direct trading experience within futures or commodities.
• Proven expertise in arbitrage strategies and a strong P&L track record.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement trading strategies in the base metals markets.
• Manage futures arbitrage opportunities across metals.
• Conduct in-depth industry research and track market developments.

Skills

Trading experience

Market intuition

Analytical abilities

Execution skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in economics, finance, mathematics, statistics, engineering or related disciplines

Job description

Redstone Commodity Search focuses on offering 360° search solutions to the global commodities markets. With a competitive coverage of Trading Houses, Producers, Majors, Utilities, Merchants, Hedge Funds, Investment Banks and Brokerages; Redstone Commodity Search can confidently offer you an edge in today’s volatile market. Redstone Commodity Search are working with a growing hedge fund looking to hire a proprietary futures trader, with a focus on base metals / some exposure to base metals, to be located in Singapore.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement trading strategies in the base metals markets, including cross-market and regional arbitrage (e.g. China vs international flows).
• Manage futures arbitrage opportunities across both precious and base metals, covering products such as gold, silver, copper, aluminium, zinc, nickel, lead and tin.
• Monitor and consolidate position holdings, analyse exposures and provide accurate reporting on P&L, balances and performance.
• Conduct in-depth industry research, tracking market developments and delivering high-quality reports on sector trends.
• Identify and capture profitable investment opportunities through data-driven market insight and analysis.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of direct trading experience within futures or commodities, with proven expertise in arbitrage strategies and a strong P&L track record.
• Sharp market intuition combined with strong organisational, planning and analytical abilities.
• Excellent execution skills with clear, confident communication and the ability to coordinate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.
• A proactive mindset with resilience under pressure and the ability to work collaboratively in fast-paced environments.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in economics, finance, mathematics, statistics, engineering or related disciplines.

If you match the job description and are keen on applying for this role, please send us a copy of your resume/cover letter to [e-mail] or submit your application through the Vacancy Form.