Trading Assistant (Recent Graduate)

Unipec America Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Unipec America Inc. in Houston, TX is seeking a recent graduate for the Trading Assistant role to support traders by reviewing and recording transactions, conducting research, and providing administrative support in a fast-paced environment.

The candidate should have a Mathematics/Statistics/Finance/Economics background with strong Excel skills and Python or similar coding ability, plus English and Mandarin proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Finance, Economics, or related field.
• Master’s degree in a relevant field is a plus.
• Fluency in English and Mandarin Chinese is preferred.
• Internship or some experience in an oil and gas company preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical skills and technical skills, i.e., Python or other coding tools.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and a quick learner.
• This position requires permanent, unconditional authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for daily trade entries into trading management systems and ERP as they are executed.
• Check physical and derivatives confirmations from counterparties/brokers and alert traders of any discrepancies.
• Check physical and derivatives contract reports and the settlement reports received from Operators against the trader’s records and the ERP system for accuracy.
• Collaborate closely with the traders to develop an understanding of the market and related counterparties, grades, market movements, and instruments.
• Obtain an understanding of daily operations to enable a better interface between the operations team and trading departments.
• Collaborate closely with other internal departments to resolve trade-related matters.
• Ensure that all financial discrepancies or losses are documented with supporting evidence and communicated to management.
• Implement and monitor corrective actions to mitigate future financial risks or recurring losses.
• Ensure that all data and operational inputs are accurate, timely, and standardized across systems.
• Develop knowledge and understanding of the market.
• Support Traders and Analysts in preparing internal reports, filing documents, managing trading records, and market analysis.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical

Attention to detail

Proactive

Bilingual English-Mandarin

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Finance, Economics, or related field

Master’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Python

Job description

Description:

Location: Houston, Texas, United States

We are looking for recent graduate who are detail-oriented and proactive to fill the Trading Assistant role. In this position, you will support traders by reviewing and recording transactions, conducting research, and providing administrative assistance in a fast-paced environment. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work well under pressure.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for daily trade entries into trading management systems and ERP as they are executed.
• Check physical and derivatives confirmations from counterparties/brokers and alert traders of any discrepancies.
• Check physical and derivatives contract reports and the settlement reports received from Operators against the trader’s records and the ERP system for accuracy.
• Collaborate closely with the traders to develop an understanding of the market and related counterparties, grades, market movements, and instruments.
• Obtain an understanding of daily operations to enable a better interface between the operations team and trading departments.
• Collaborate closely with other internal departments to resolve trade-related matters.
• Ensure that all financial discrepancies or losses are documented with supporting evidence and communicated to management.
• Implement and monitor corrective actions to mitigate future financial risks or recurring losses.
• Ensure that all data and operational inputs are accurate, timely, and standardized across systems.
• Develop knowledge and understanding of the market.
• Support Traders and Analysts in preparing internal reports, filing documents, managing trading records, and market analysis.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Finance, Economics, or related field.

• Master’s degree in a relevant field is a plus.

• Fluency in English and Mandarin Chinese is preferred.

• Internship or some experience in an oil and gas company preferred.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

• Strong analytical skills and technical skills, i.e., Python or other coding tools.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.

• Self-motivated, proactive, and a quick learner.

• This position requires permanent, unconditional authorization to work in the United States as a condition of employment. Eligible candidates are limited to U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, and lawful permanent residents (green card holders) whose work authorization does not expire, is not subject to renewal, and is not contingent upon any pending application, petition, or adjudication by any government agency. The following do not satisfy this requirement:

• Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) of any kind, including those issued in connection with a pending application for adjustment of status (I-485), Temporary Protected Status (TPS), DACA, or any other pending immigration proceeding;

• Any nonimmigrant visa status, including but not limited to H-1B, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, STEM OPT, or CPT; or

• Any other work authorization that is temporary, conditional, or subject to change based on a government decision.

The Company does not offer employment-based visa sponsorship of any kind, now or in the future.