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Vacancy Graduate & Entry Level
Post Lucerne, Entry Level Junior Metals Trader (Lucerne – Stamford) LUC412
Location Lucerne
Country Switzerland
Post Number LUC412

 

Job Title:                             Entry Level Junior Metals Trader (Lucerne – Stamford)

 

 

Main purpose of Job:

In the first instance and as a part of the on-the-job training programme a successful candidate will join an existing Operations or Deals Desk department in the Lucerne office. Once a sound grasp of the business is attained, the ultimate goal shall be to join a trading desk in one of  our commodities. The time spent during this period will vary from candidate but will tend to be typically around 1 to 1.5 years. The initital exposure shall be to the respective Head of Department, either Operations or Deals Desk with an increasing exposure to the Traders culminating in a move to the trading desk, based in Stamford.

 

 

Key Responsibilities:    

Initially to undertake a full training programme in the physical metals trading business covering:

  • Physical market characteristics and product knowledge
  • Hedging
  • Shipping logistics
  • Financing
  • Operations
  • Monitor physical and derivative positions
  • Develop customer relationships
  • Support trading activities of Senior Trader

Key Relationships:         

  • Traders
  • Operations department
  • Deals Desk department
  • Trade Finance department
  • Customers on operational level

Reporting Structure:     

  • Reporting directly to Head of Operations and Senior Trader

Experience/Knowledge/Skills:

  •  Graduates educated to minimum degree level 2:1 (or equivalent) in Mathematics / Statistics / Economics are preferred but not essential; candidates with a background in humanities and/or other courses who demonstrate a rounded personality and a flair for trading will also be considered. 6 to 24 months relevant work experience on either the physical or the derivatives side of the business would be advantageous.
  • Fluent English essential as daily contact with traders and internal departments is conducted in English, any other language will be an advantage, Spanish and Mandarin are particularly welcome
  • Strong communication/influencing skills and numeral literacy are very important
  • Ambitious, dynamic and enthusiastic personality who seeks to understand the complexity of the business
  • Forward thinking with a natural aptitude for implementing innovative processes
  • Ability to work in an independent, proactive manner and motivated to succeed in a high speed environment
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and flair for IT systems

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