Commodities Trade Control Analyst

Gilder Search Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 46,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

401(k) savings plans

Job summary

Canon Recruiting seeks a Commodities Trade Control Analyst for the GFICCO team in Houston, TX. The role begins with on-site training and then shifts to hybrid work after training completion.

Compensation is $40.37 per hour, paid weekly, under a contract from 11/2/2026 to 11/1/2027 with possible extension. Responsibilities include trade validation, amendments, and reconciliation; supporting regulatory and management reporting; and driving process improvements in a fast-paced commodities

Qualifications

• Attention to detail with accurate reconciliation and recording.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of trade lifecycle and settlement processes.
• Willingness to learn and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Perform trade validation by reconciling trades and ensuring accurate system booking.
• Process trade amendments to correct booking errors and maintain accurate trade records.
• Investigate, elevate, and resolve trade breaks in partnership with Sales, Trading, and Operations teams.
• Support regulatory and management reporting activities as required.
• Contribute to process improvement, risk reduction, and control enhancement initiatives.
• Respond to ad hoc requests and support broader team priorities as needed.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong communication

Risk awareness

Trade lifecycle knowledge

Analytical skills

Deadline-driven

Team collaboration

Commodities experience (2-3 years)

ETRM knowledge (Endur/Openlink)

Tools

Endur/Openlink

Job description

Position: Commodities Trade Control Analyst

Location: Houston, TX (training on site, then hybrid once fully trained)

Contract: 11/2/2026 – 11/1/2027 (Potential Extension or Permanent Placement)

Pay Rate: $40.37/HR, Paid Weekly

Shift Availability: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST

Job Description

The Global Fixed Income, Currency & Commodities Operations (GFICCO) team provides end-to-end trade control, confirmation, and settlement support across GFICCO businesses. The team also delivers utility over-the-counter (OTC) derivative confirmation and settlement services for non-FICC businesses.

Within GFICCO, the Commodities Trade Control Team supports a broad range of services, including trade control, settlement, OTC derivative confirmation and settlement, and commodities operations.

The Commodities Trade Control Team is seeking a Trade Control Analyst to join its growing team. This role supports the expanding Global Commodities business across multiple products and instruments. Full technical training will be provided.

The position is desk-aligned and focuses on trade validation and reconciliation, trade amendments, regulatory and management reporting, process and risk improvement, and issue resolution.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, intellectually curious, and detail-oriented individual who is eager to develop and able to work effectively in a fast-paced, diverse, and rapidly evolving environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform trade validation by reconciling trades and ensuring accurate system booking.
• Process trade amendments to correct booking errors and maintain accurate trade records.
• Investigate, elevate, and resolve trade breaks in partnership with Sales, Trading, and Operations teams.
• Support regulatory and management reporting activities as required.
• Contribute to process improvement, risk reduction, and control enhancement initiatives.
• Respond to ad hoc requests and support broader team priorities as needed.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Strong desire to learn, with demonstrated intellectual curiosity and initiative.
• High attention to detail, with a strong focus on accuracy, quality, and follow-through.
• Sound controls mindset with strong risk awareness.
• Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines in a high-energy environment.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build relationships across all levels of seniority.
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize daily workload while maintaining accuracy.
• Strong analytical skills, including data reconciliation, investigation, and interpretation.
• Logical problem-solving approach, with the ability to take ownership and recommend practical solutions.
• Solid understanding of the trade lifecycle.
• Two to three years of commodities experience preferred.
• Experience with an ETRM system, such as Endur Openlink, preferred

• 4-5 years of commodities experience

Working Conditions

• May on occasion be exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise levels, such as from office equipment.
• The ability to lift up to 30lbs.
• Use of computers and technology.

EEO and Diversity Commitment

Canon Recruiting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Benefits and Pay Range

The pay range for this position is listed above. Base pay information is based on market location. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Our range of benefits may include health care and 401(k) savings plans. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please email our HR team [e-mail].