Futures Trader – Iron, Steel & Coal

Redstone Search; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in commodities is seeking an experienced Futures Trader in Singapore to join a high-performing team. This role involves developing trading strategies across iron, steel, and coal, with a focus on commodity arbitrage. Candidates should have 3–5 years in futures finance and a strong market insight. A collaborative mindset and the ability to thrive under pressure are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in futures or securities finance with hands-on commodity arbitrage.
• Strong market insight with excellent organisational and analytical capabilities.
• Able to thrive under pressure and adapt to fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute trading strategies across iron, steel and coal.
• Take ownership of futures arbitrage covering onshore and offshore markets.
• Conduct in-depth industry research and prepare market reports.

Skills

Hands-on commodity arbitrage

Market insight

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in economics, finance, mathematics, statistics, or engineering

Job description

Redstone Commodity Search focus 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 an investment fund looking to hire an experienced Futures Trader to join a high-performing team and take ownership of arbitrage trading across iron ore, steel and coal markets. This role suits a commercially driven trader with strong market insight, a proven P&L track record and deep understanding of China–global futures dynamics.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sophisticated trading strategies across iron, steel and coal, with a strong focus on commodity arbitrage.
• Take full ownership of iron ore, coal and steel futures arbitrage, covering both onshore and offshore markets, including China vs global futures spreads.
• Analyse and consolidate holdings, monitor brokerage funds and monthly positions, and provide timely reporting to the trading supervisor.
• Conduct in-depth industry research, collect and analyse sector data, and prepare high-quality market and research reports.
• Identify high-value investment opportunities through continuous market monitoring and analytical assessment.

Experience Required

• 3–5 years’ experience in futures or securities finance with hands-on commodity arbitrage and a solid P&L track record.
• Strong market insight with excellent organisational, analytical and logical reasoning capabilities.
• Confident communicator with strong coordination, execution and problem-solving skills, and a collaborative team mindset.
• Ability to thrive under pressure and adapt to diverse, fast-paced environments.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in economics, finance, mathematics, statistics, engineering or a related discipline.

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.