Front Office Trading Assistant — Diversified Metals Desk

Gerald Group; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gerald Metals in Stamford, CT seeks a Trading Assistant to join the front office trading team. You will support traders with trade capture, validation, and risk monitoring, and act as a key liaison with internal and external stakeholders.

The role emphasizes accuracy, rapid problem solving, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. A strong math background, Excel/VBA proficiency, and interest in derivatives markets are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or related field required.
• Strong work ethic and ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Detail oriented, organized, diligent.
• Experience on a trading desk or similar environment preferred.
• Proficiency in Excel and VBA; Bloomberg/SQL/Python a plus.

Responsibilities

• Trade Capture and Validation – accurate entry and allocation of derivative transactions.
• Position Reconciliation and Risk Monitoring – end-of-day P&L and cash margin calculations; monitor position limits.
• Desk Liaison – coordinate order flow and market information with internal and external stakeholders.
• Process Improvement – assist testing of new trading technologies and automation of reports.

Skills

Trading desk experience

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business/Finance/Economics

Tools

Excel

VBA

Bloomberg

SQL

Python

Job description

Gerald Metals in Stamford, CT seeks a Trading Assistant to join the front office trading team. You will support traders with trade capture, validation, and risk monitoring, and act as a key liaison with internal and external stakeholders.

The role emphasizes accuracy, rapid problem solving, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. A strong math background, Excel/VBA proficiency, and interest in derivatives markets are essential.