Proprietary Futures Trader – Agricultural

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

Job summary

A global commodities search firm is seeking an experienced Futures Trader to join an agricultural desk. The role involves ownership of trading strategies across global and China agricultural futures. Ideal candidates will have a proven P&L track record and strong market insights, with responsibilities including the development of trading strategies, market analysis, and the identification of investment opportunities. This position is based in Singapore and requires excellent analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years hands-on experience in futures or securities finance with commodity arbitrage and a proven P&L track record.
• Confident communicator with strong coordination and collaborative team approach.
• Ability to thrive under pressure in fast-paced work environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sophisticated trading strategies across agricultural products.
• Ownership of agricultural futures arbitrage.
• Analyze market data and produce high-quality research reports.

Skills

Futures trading expertise

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Strong market insight

Confident communication

Education

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

Job description

About the Company

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.

Job Overview

Redstone Commodity Search is working with an investment fund looking to hire an experienced Futures Trader to join a growing agricultural desk in Singapore, Hong Kong or China. The role offers ownership of arbitrage trading across global and China agricultural futures, building the trading book and generating revenue. This position is ideal for a commercially driven trader with strong market insight, a proven P&L track record, and expertise in grains, vegetable oils, soy and related products.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sophisticated trading strategies across agricultural products, including China vs global futures arbitrage.
• Take full ownership of agricultural futures arbitrage, covering grains, vegetable oils, soy and other commodity futures across onshore and offshore markets.
• Analyse and consolidate holdings, monitor brokerage funds and monthly positions, and report updates to the trading supervisor.
• Conduct in-depth industry research, collect and analyse sector data, and produce high‑quality market and research reports.
• Identify high‑value investment opportunities through continuous market monitoring and analytical assessment.

Experience Required

• 3–5 years hands‑on experience in futures or securities finance with commodity arbitrage and a proven P&L track record.
• Strong market insight with excellent organisational, analytical and logical reasoning skills.
• Confident communicator with strong coordination, execution and problem‑solving capabilities, and a collaborative team approach.
• Ability to thrive under pressure and adapt to diverse, fast‑paced work 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 a copy of your resume/cover letter to [e-mail] or submit your application through the Vacancy Form.