An established commodities trading firm is seeking a Trading Analyst to join its London office. The business trades oil derivatives across global markets including crude and refined products.
This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional to develop a strong foundation in trading and P&L analysis within a dynamic and collaborative environment, working closely with traders and key internal teams.
The Role
Sitting at the intersection of trading and operations, you will play a key role in supporting daily trading activity and ensuring the accuracy of trade data and P&L reporting.
The position offers hands-on exposure to daily P&L processes, trade validation, and trading activity, as well as regular interaction with front office stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform daily P&L analysis, investigating and explaining key movements
- Investigate discrepancies and identify root causes of inconsistencies
- Assist in the production of trading and performance reports
- Conduct trade checks to ensure accuracy of booked transactions
- Support ad hoc reporting and data analysis across trading activities
- Assist with KYC and onboarding processes for new counterparties
- Monitor trading activity and flag anomalies or unusual patterns
- Liaise with traders and operations teams to resolve issues efficiently
Requirements
- 1–2 years of professional experience within commodities, trading, or financial markets (including internships)
- Degree in Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field
- Basic understanding of derivatives and financial markets
- Exposure to Python, SQL, or VBA is advantageous
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
- Ability to interpret data and communicate findings clearly
- Confident working with different stakeholders in a fast-paced environment