Junior Metals Trader / Trader, Copper

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Trading Manager with daily management of the global copper trading book, including positions, exposures and P&L.
• Produce accurate daily exposure and position reports using internal risk and trading systems.
• Assist with hedging activities and corresponding profit and loss analysis.
• Capture new trades, update positions and ensure system accuracy and data integrity.
• Analyse historical trades, market trends and price movements to support trading decisions.
• Help identify arbitrage opportunities and propose derivative strategies under supervision.
• Liaise with internal teams including Risk, Operations, Treasury, Settlement, Legal and KYC to ensure smooth trade execution.
• Maintain and update cost accruals and support deal reconciliation.
• Collect, interpret and distribute market information with developing commercial insight.
• Execute trades under the instruction and supervision of the Trading Manager as part of on‑the‑job development.

What we’re looking for / Skills that will help you in the role

• Previous trading experience and familiarity with the physical and derivatives Copper market (ideally Refined Copper, Concentrates, Cathodes, Scraps), with a focus on global physical trading is highly advantageous.
• Prior track record successfully generating revenue is highly advantageous.
• Have a pre-existing network amongst consumers of copper products and/or knowledge of typical trading counterparties and supply chain.
• Good understanding of the Copper markets, trading regulations, fundamentals, products, grades, qualities, geographies, and environmental influence on the market.
• Proficient analytical and numerical skills with the ability to interpret and assess market trends, news to make informed data-driven decisions. 
• Competent communicator and capable of building relationships with a range of stakeholders.
• Proactive, collaborative mindset with a desire to learn in a fast paced trading environment.

What you get in return