Oil Derivative Trader

Location London
Discipline: Commodities
Job type: Permanent
Contact name: Freddie Ricks

Contact email: freddie.ricks@venturesearch.com
Job ref: 2881
Published: 14 days ago

Our client is a top-tier global commodity trading house, known for its strong presence across the energy markets. With access to deep liquidity, cutting-edge trading infrastructure, and significant risk capital, they are looking to expand their speculative trading desk by hiring an experienced Oil Derivatives Trader.

This is an opportunity to join an elite team of traders focused on high-conviction, directional trading strategies in crude and refined products across global markets.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and execute speculative trading strategies in oil derivatives (crude & refined products) across futures, swaps, options, and other structures.
  • Proactively manage risk exposure, optimizing risk/reward across multiple trading books.
  • Leverage quantitative and fundamental market analysis to identify trading opportunities.
  • Monitor macro trends, geopolitical events, inventory data, and supply-demand fundamentals impacting oil markets.
  • Work closely with internal teams, including quants, analysts, and risk managers, to refine trading models and enhance execution strategies.
  • Execute high-frequency, directional, arbitrage, or volatility-driven strategies, depending on market conditions.
  • Maintain strong relationships with brokers, exchanges, and liquidity providers to ensure best execution.