Overview
Senior Trader – Softs at Cargill is an OTC derivatives trading domain specialist role with potential for Alpha trading. You will independently generate income and manage risk by performing complex trading work, providing liquidity to clients and optimizing risk warehoused, while partnering with Sales and collaborating with various Cargill trading groups within the regulatory framework of the swap dealer.
Key Responsibilities
* Apply deep trading knowledge to develop and execute long-term trading strategies and books for softs markets, including hedged, speculative, and pre-hedged positions; provide liquidity for clients and ensure efficient execution and optimal pricing of risk.
* Develop a strong understanding of softs market fundamentals to inform trading decisions; collaborate across trading teams to share insights and position for optimal results.
* Ensure all trading activities comply with the regulatory framework governing swap dealers and stay updated on relevant rules and regulations.
* Identify opportunities for alpha generation by leveraging market knowledge and customer risk management strategies.
* Monitor daily, weekly and monthly profit and loss; independently handle and monitor higher trading positions and exposures.
* Work with strategic brokers, customers and agents as needed to manage and monitor higher risk trading positions.
* Provide expert thought leadership, work with limited direction, and potentially direct supporting team members as a strategic contributor.
* Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
* Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience
* Minimum of six years of related work experience in OTC Derivatives and agriculture commodity options
Preferred Qualifications
* 7+ years agricultural commodity trading experience with a proven P&L track record
* Minimum of six years of related work experience in softs markets Alpha trading; strong commercial acumen to identify trading opportunities and execute efficiently; existing network within the softs commodity trading sector
Our Offer
We provide a fast-paced, stimulating international environment that will stretch your abilities and talents. We offer a competitive salary and benefits, plus outstanding career development opportunities in one of the largest and most solid private companies in the world.
How to Apply
Interested? Send your CV and cover letter in English today. Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cargill
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Job Details
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Finance and Sales
* Industries: Chemical Manufacturing, Food and Beverage Services, and Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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