Trading Analyst

Xiamen ITG Group Corp., Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Xiamen ITG Group Corp., Ltd. is seeking a motivated Trading Analyst / Junior Trader in Singapore to support the oil products trading desk with market analysis, trade execution, and risk management.

You will monitor market developments, assess opportunities, and assist in hedging and settlement activities. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in Excel; knowledge of Python/VBA and Chinese language is advantageous for cross-border

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Engineering or related discipline.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Excel; Python or data analysis tools is a plus; Chinese language ability is required for stakeholder communication.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze regional and global oil product markets and trading opportunities.
• Assist in execution of physical and derivatives transactions and hedging activities.
• Prepare daily market reports, price analysis, and market commentary for trading decisions.
• Maintain market data, pricing models, and analytical tools to support trading activities.
• Coordinate with Traders, Risk, Operations, and Finance to ensure accurate trade capture and settlement.
• Reconcile derivatives trades with broker statements daily and monitor margin requirements.
• Support process improvements and trading-related projects as assigned.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Chinese language

Education

Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Python

VBA

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and analytical Trading Analyst / Junior Trader to support the trading team in market analysis, trade execution, and risk management activities within the oil products business. The successful candidate will monitor market developments, analyze trading opportunities, maintain market intelligence, and assist in the execution and administration of physical and derivatives transactions. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop a strong understanding of commodity trading and build a career in the energy markets.

Working location: Singapore, town area

Job Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze regional and global oil product markets, including supply-demand balances, refinery operations, inventories, arbitrage flows and physical market developments.
• Analyze market structures, including physical differentials, time spreads, cracks and forward curves, and identify key market drivers and trading opportunities.
• Prepare daily and ad hoc market reports, price analysis, and market commentary to support trading and hedging decisions.
• Assist Traders in the execution of physical and derivatives transactions, including swaps, futures, and other approved hedging instruments.
• Maintain market data, pricing models, and analytical tools to support trading activities and market analysis.
• Work closely with Traders, Risk, Operations, and Finance teams to ensure accurate trade capture, timely settlement, and effective risk management.
• Reconcile executed derivatives trades with broker and clearing statements on a daily basis.
• Monitor margin requirements, margin calls, and clearing account balances to ensure sufficient funding and efficient cash utilization.
• Support process improvements, market research, and other trading-related projects as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Engineering or related discipline.
• Good understanding of global oil markets, commodity trading, pricing mechanisms, and derivatives products.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; knowledge of Python, VBA, or data analysis tools is an advantage.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced trading environment.
• Proficiency in spoken and written Chinese is required to communicate effectively with Chinese-speaking stakeholders.