Commodities Trader / Portfolio Manager

Aptitude Asia Limited; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Aptitude Asia Limited in Singapore seeks a Commodities Trader / Portfolio Manager to craft investment strategies across global energy and soft commodities. You will leverage Python, VBA and MATLAB to model risks, optimize returns, and drive capital allocation within a collaborative research team.

Ideal candidates have a finance degree and a proven trading track record in volatile markets, with the ability to make independent, high-stakes decisions in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in portfolio management or trading.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills for modeling and risk management.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics or related field; CFA/advanced degrees a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute investment strategies for commodities portfolios.
• Analyze global commodity markets to identify opportunities and mitigate risk.
• Collaborate with research and trading teams to apply data-driven insights.
• Monitor and adjust portfolio positions in response to market trends.
• Drive performance through innovative portfolio management and capital allocation.

Skills

Portfolio management

Quantitative analysis

Decision making under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance/economics

Tools

Python

VBA

MATLAB

Job description

About the job Commodities Trader / Portfolio Manager

Ready to elevate your career as a Commodities Trader / Portfolio Manager? Join a world-class firm where you’ll craft cutting-edge investment strategies, harness global market insights, and drive stellar returns in fast-paced commodity markets. Leverage your expertise in Python, VBA, and/or MATLAB to analyze trends, manage risks, and innovate with a top-tier research team. Ideal candidates bring a proven track record, deep market knowledge, and a finance-related degree (advanced degrees or CFA a plus). Seize this chance to shape high-impact portfolios and thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment!

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute investment strategies for commodities portfolios, leveraging market insights to optimize returns.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of global commodity markets to identify trading opportunities and manage risk effectively.
• Collaborate with research and trading teams to integrate data-driven insights into portfolio decision-making processes.
• Monitor and adjust portfolio positions in response to market trends, economic shifts, and regulatory changes.
• Drive performance by implementing innovative approaches to portfolio management and capital allocation.

Job Requirements:

• Proven track record as a portfolio manager or trader in commodities, with strong performance in volatile markets.
• Advanced expertise in commodity market dynamics, including supply-demand fundamentals and pricing mechanisms.
• Proficiency in Python, VBA, and/or MATLAB for quantitative modeling, data analysis, and risk management.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment while making independent, high-stakes decisions.
• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or a related field with excellent academic track record; advanced degrees or certifications (e.g., CFA) preferred.