This is the commodities jobs and careers section.
eFinancialCareers offers jobs in the commodities sector from both investment banks and commodities trading houses.
A wide range of different tradable products such as coal and freight; metals and steel; agricultural or 'soft' commodities; gas and power; renewable energy and emissions; and crude oil and petroleum products all fall under the over-arching term "commodities"
Moreover, commodities houses often produce, store or distribute the products themselves, which means they also employ a whole range of people in non-financial roles. However, here only the financial jobs related to their trading activities, such as commodities broker jobs will be looked at.
The focus of the commodities trading houses is to deal in the raw materials, while commodity derivative products are largely created and traded by investment banks. Derivative products, such as over-the-counter (OTC) derivatives or commodity futures, are an important way for farming cooperatives and other producers to protect against a poor year or negative price fluctuations and for investment banking clients to hedge against their exposures.
Despite these disparities, jobs in the commodities sector generally fall into the following categories:
<b>Trading:</b> The role of commodities traders is to manage a trading portfolio on behalf of either their company or client, through the buying and selling of either raw commodities or commodity derivatives, depending on their area of expertise which usually falls under one of the product types mentioned above. They will also perform regular market analysis and research to inform their trading decisions and be expected to take both a long-term and short-term view of the market. Traders working with the physical products also have to consider issues such as shipping, storage and stock levels as well as how pricing exposure is managed using derivative products.
<b>Sales:</b> Commodities sales staff are mainly recruited by investment banks. A sales job in commodities entails developing good relationships with clients, such as commodities producers, who want to use derivative products to manage their price exposure, or simply consumers. Commodities sales staff need good analytical skills to keep up with the latest movements in the commodities markets and comprehend their implications in order to explain the rationale for trading decisions and strategies to clients. Commodities salespeople will develop pitches, write reports and compile presentations for clients.
<b>Structuring:</b> This role involves a high degree of statistical analysis and is a highly quantitative job. Most banks will only recruit people with a Masters degree in a highly mathematical subject, usually physics or quantitative analytics, for a junior role. As the name suggests a structuring job involves creating commodities structured products to offer clients, as well as performing statistical analysis to track their performance. Examples of these products include commodity-linked notes or baskets of commodities. Depending on the organisation, structuring roles can also comprise creating bespoke solutions to a client's (usually a corporate) commodities hedging needs.
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| Sales – Commodity Derivative Sales, Oil, Gas, Base Metals, Metals, Agricultural, Institutional, Salary: Highly Competitive. | Selby Jennings Commodities Highly Competitive | Hong Kong SAR | 17 May 12 |
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I am working with a leading Investment Bank in Hong Kong who are building out their commodities sales team in ...
| Commodities/Energy Business Development - Hong Kong, Asia | Selby Jennings Singapore (Licence No. 11S3033) 180,000 USD + BONUS BENEFITS | Hong Kong SAR | 17 May 12 |
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A strong performing and fast growing advisory firm in Hong Kong are currently looking to add to their commerci...
| Regional Director – Resources Advisory | AME Group Not disclosed | Hong Kong SAR | 15 May 12 |
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New senior and partnership type role which is to lift our considerable reputation within the mining sectors of...
| Senior LNG Consultant - Hong Kong | Spencer Ogden £1 - £2 per annum + flexible depending o... | Hong Kong SAR | 14 May 12 |
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Newly established specialist LNG/NG consultancy are looking to hire a senior consultant to play a key role in ...
| Futures and Options Broker | MAREX Spectron US$50,000 - $150,000 depending on skills... | Hong Kong SAR | 09 May 12 |
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An opportunity has arisen in the Asia office for a Futures and Options Broker.
| IT Support Officer | The Hong Kong Mercantile Exchange competitive | Hong Kong SAR | 26 Apr 12 |
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The Hong Kong Mercantile Exchange (HKMEx) provides a seamless, state-of-the-art electronic platform for commod...
| Data Warehouse Architect | The Hong Kong Mercantile Exchange competitive | Hong Kong SAR | 26 Apr 12 |
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The Hong Kong Mercantile Exchange (HKMEx) provides a seamless, state-of-the-art electronic platform for commod...
| Senior Project Manager | The Hong Kong Mercantile Exchange competitive | Hong Kong SAR | 26 Apr 12 |
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The Hong Kong Mercantile Exchange (HKMEx) provides a seamless, state-of-the-art electronic platform for commod...
| Senior Manager – Treasury, Cash and Collateral Management | The Hong Kong Mercantile Exchange competitive | Hong Kong SAR | 26 Apr 12 |
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The Hong Kong Mercantile Exchange (HKMEx) provides a seamless, state-of-the-art electronic platform for commod...
| Customer Service Manager | The Hong Kong Mercantile Exchange competitive | Hong Kong SAR | 26 Apr 12 |
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The Hong Kong Mercantile Exchange (HKMEx) provides a seamless, state-of-the-art electronic platform for commod...
| QFII Sales | CITIC Securities Co. Ltd Competitive | China-Beijing | 17 May 12 |
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CITIC Securities is looking for QFII Sales with over 2-year relevant work experience and preference for overs...
| Head of Metals Trading, China | PSD China Competitive | China-Shanghai | 17 May 12 |
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Top tier European commodities trading house is looking to set up a new office in Shanghai. Strong track record...
| Sales –Non Ferrous Metal Sales, China | Hays SH attractive | China-Shanghai | 17 May 12 |
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-Finished product sales -Tier one investment bank -Base in Shanghai and fantastic career growth
| Commodity Product Director | Career International Shanghai 1,000,000 - 1,500,000 | China-Shanghai | 15 May 12 |
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More than 10 years Banking experience, including 3+ years commodity and 5+ years team mgmt experience
| Steel Market Analyst | Commodity Appointments (Licence No. 11C3228) Market | China-Beijing | 14 May 12 |
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A multinational research and analysis information service provider is looking for a Steel Market Analyst to s...
| BJ & TJ Branch General Manager | Hays - Beijing CNY1.5million | China-Beijing | 14 May 12 |
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One reputable international bank is looking BJ or TJ Branch General Manager, meanwhile this role will be also ...
| Bloomberg New Energy Finance Data Analyst | Bloomberg negotiable | China-Beijing | 08 May 12 |
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We are seeking a highly motivated Data Research Analyst to join our global clean energy research team.
| Managing Director | Scott-Macon Securities, Inc. salary, full benefits package and an ann... | USA-TX-Tyler | 17 May 12 |
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Scott-Macon, Ltd. is a 39-year old established, New York-based investment bank that focuses on transactions be...
| Quantitative Risk Analyst – Energy Trading firm - London | Bramwith Consulting Very competitive + bonus + benefits | UK-London | 17 May 12 |
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My client is the trading arm of an international energy firm headquartered in London. They are growing aggres...
| Front Office RAD Developer C# C++ Excel VBA | The JM Group £35000 - £60000 per annum + Benefits | UK-London | 17 May 12 |
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RAD Developer / Front Office / C#, C++, Winforms / WPF / Excel VBA up to £60k My client, a cash rich Commoditi...
| Commodities Ops Drafting Associate | Bruin Financial Excellent package | UK-London | 17 May 12 |
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A fantastic opportunity for a Documentation specialist to develop their skill set within the Commodities space...
| Commodities Financial Controller. Based in London | Marlin Selection Excellent + Benefits | UK-London | 17 May 12 |
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World renowned commodities trading House is expanding thier business, rewarding the chosen candidate with a hi...
| Head Oil Futures Broker, Salary: Highly Competitive, (Oil, Crude, Energy, Futures, USA, Derivatives, Broker) | Selby Jennings Commodities Highly Competitive | USA-NY-New York City | 17 May 12 |
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A market leading brokerage is looking to develop their listed derivative business in the US and seeking an exp...
| Senior LNG Trader, Salary: Highly Competitive, (LNG, Gas, Energy, Physical, Trader) UK. | Selby Jennings Commodities Highly Competitive | UK-London | 17 May 12 |
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A leading energy house is growing their European LNG presence and seeking a senior trader to lead and manage t...
| Durum Wheat Trader , USA Location | Selby Jennings Commodities Dependent Upon Candidate | Canada-ON-Toronto | 17 May 12 |
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We are currently working with a niche, yet medium sized company who focus within the grains sector. They are ...
| FFA Trader Based in Switzerland | Selby Jennings Commodities Dependent Upon Candidate | Switzerland-Romandy - Geneva | 17 May 12 |
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A mid to senior level position has arisen at a leading trading house in Geneva. They are looking for an exper...
| Trading – Senior Agricultural Trader, Edible Oils, Grain, Agriculture, Soft Commodities, Salary: Highly Competitive, (Grain, Edible Oil, Physical, Derivative) | Selby Jennings Commodities Highly Competitive | Switzerland-Romandy - Geneva | 17 May 12 |
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Our client, a European agricultural trading house are looking to develop their global presence and set up an o...
| Trader – Soft Commodity and Agricultural Trader, Salary, Highly Competitive; (Coffee/Cocoa/Grain/Trading/Sales) | Spain | | Selby Jennings Commodities Highly Competitive | Spain | 17 May 12 |
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Our client, a giant agricultural trading house is developing their soft commodity and agricultural trading tea...
| Vegetable Oil Trader/Broker - Agricultural, Edible Oils, Soft Commodities, Salary: Highly Competitive. | Selby Jennings Commodities Highly Competitive | Switzerland-Romandy - Geneva | 17 May 12 |
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I am working with an established broking house who is seeking an experienced vegetable oil trader/broker to jo...
| Broker – Mid-Distillates Broker – Energy, Futures, Options, Salary: Highly Competitive:UK | Selby Jennings Commodities Highly Competitive | UK-London | 17 May 12 |
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Our client, a leading broking house, is setting up a mid-distillates desk in London and seeks an experienced b...