OTC Oil Desk Lead

Geneva Trading; New York (NY); On-site; USD 250,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Geneva Trading is seeking a seasoned trader in OTC oil commodities to lead and grow our energy trading team in a fast-paced, global environment. You will drive risk-managed strategies across Swaps, Derivatives, and Cleared products on ICE and CME, while aligning with corporate goals.

You will mentor traders, optimize performance, and collaborate with proprietary tech teams to maintain a competitive edge in a co-located infrastructure setup.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a field directly relevant to trading activities.
• Substantive OTC trading experience with risk management.
• Deep understanding of oil commodities and derivatives (Swaps, Cleared products).
• Familiarity with proprietary trading systems and trading platforms.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, oversee, and mentor a team of traders in energy markets.
• Rigorously identify and manage trading risks, ensuring compliance with laws and company policies.
• Develop and execute innovative trading strategies aligned with market dynamics.
• Monitor and manage financial performance, setting and achieving profit targets.
• Serve as primary liaison with internal and external parties.

Skills

OTC trading

Risk management

Leadership

Strategic trading

Market analysis

Regulatory compliance

Team mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ICE platform

CME platform

Proprietary trading system

Job description

Founded in 1999, Geneva Trading is a premier global principal trading firm with strategically located offices in Chicago, Dublin, and London. Our relentless focus on trading excellence combined with technological innovation has equipped us with a best-in-class proprietary trading platform, enabling us to compete at the highest levels in the global markets. Rooted in a culture of integrity, collaboration, and an unwavering passion for progress, we foster an environment of personal and professional excellence. Our nimble organizational structure and entrepreneurial spirit attract top-tier talent with a passion for innovation, laying the foundation and driving our consistent success in the industry.

Join Geneva Trading's visionary approach in marrying cutting-edge technology with expert trading acumen. Our proprietary hardware and software teams, along with our own co-located infrastructure, provide you with an unparalleled electronic edge over the competition. This platform empowers you to excel in a highly competitive global trading landscape, especially in oil commodities like Crude, Fuel, Distillates, Jet, Gasoline, Naphtha, Propane, NGL, and LPG.We are actively seeking a seasoned trader in OTC oil commodities to spearhead our rapidly expanding operations. The role calls for not only proven expertise in trading Swaps, Derivatives, and Cleared products on platforms like ICE and CME but also robust risk management capabilities and exemplary leadership skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Recruit, oversee, and mentor a team of traders in energy markets, promoting a culture of high performance.
• Rigorously identify and manage trading risks, ensuring strict adherence to both company and regulatory guidelines.
• Develop and execute innovative trading strategies in alignment with market dynamics.
• Monitor and manage financial performance, setting and achieving profit targets.
• Serve as the primary liaison with both internal and external parties.
• Ensure that all trading activities meet applicable laws and company policies.
• Stay updated on market trends and regulatory changes, adjusting trading strategies as necessary.

What You'll Need:

• A bachelor's degree in a field directly relevant to trading activities.
• Substantive OTC trading experience, with a focus on risk management.
• Deep understanding of oil commodities and their derivatives, including Swaps, Cleared products, and platforms like ICE and CME.
• Familiarity with proprietary trading systems.
• Ability to develop and execute strategies based on in-depth market analysis.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.