Junior Metals Trader / Trader, Copper

Who We Are

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a state-owned business and the publicly listed arm of the China National Petroleum Corporation “CNPC”. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] serves as the international trading arm. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Limited comprises trading and refining joint ventures between [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] and INEOS. Established in 2011, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is one of Europe’s leading International Integrated Energy Trading Companies.

Your Next Challenge

As part of our continued expansion, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is seeking a commercially minded individual to be our Junior Metals Trader, Copper / Trader, Copper (dependent upon experience). Based in our London, Charing Cross office, you will report to the Trading Manager, Copper and support the global copper trading book.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Trading Manager with daily management of 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.
• Maintain and update cost accruals and support deal reconciliation.
• Collect, interpret and distribute market information with developing commercial insight.
• Execute trades under instruction of Trading Manager as part of on‑the‑job development.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous trading experience and familiarity with physical and derivatives Copper market (ideally Refined Copper, Concentrates, Cathodes, Scraps).
• Prior track record successfully generating revenue.
• Pre-existing network amongst consumers of copper products and/or typical trading counterparties.
• Good understanding of Copper markets, trading regulations, fundamentals, products, grades, geographies.
• Proficient analytical and numerical skills.
• Competent communicator and relationship builder.
• Proactive, collaborative mindset with desire to learn.

What You Get in Return

Competitive salary plus comprehensive benefits: Private Medical (self & family), Travel Insurance, Dental, Life Assurance, Gym membership, Pension contribution, up to 30 days holiday, discretionary bonus and more.

Application Instructions

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Start Date: Immediate (flexible on notice period).
Strictly No Recruitment Agencies.