Commodities Traders/Portfolio Managers lead the development and execution of trading strategies and play a key role in managing portfolio construction and risk. Successful Portfolio Managers are able to build and manage a strong and dynamic commodity vertical-focused portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute trading strategies for a commodities portfolio
Assist the analysis team in developing and enhancing analytical processes
Improve and scale portfolio risk taking
Participate in portfolio construction and risk-taking decisions
Identify short and longer term opportunities based on micro and macro fundamentals
Use new and existing insights to support idea generation and commodity analysis
Challenge consensus views and monitor volatility
Skillset Requirements
Prior commodities experience
Bachelorβs degree or equivalent experience, preferably in statistics, mathematics, computer science, finance or economics
High GPA (>3.8) / 1st Class Hons degree
Strong understanding of financial modeling, specifically using Python and/or VBA, Matlab
Excellent analytical and quantitative skills, with strong attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communications skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and thrive in a fast-paced team environment
Opportunities available in London, Chicago, Houston, Greenwich, and Singapore.