ADM unlocks the power of nature to enrich the quality of life. We’re a premier global human and animal nutrition company, delivering solutions today with an eye to the future. We’re blazing new trails in health and well-being as our scientists develop groundbreaking products to support healthier living. We’re a cutting-edge innovator leading the way to a new future of plant-based consumer and industrial solutions to replace petroleum-based products. We’re an unmatched agricultural supply chain manager and processor, providing food security by connecting local needs with global capabilities. And we’re a leader in sustainability, scaling across entire value chains to help decarbonize our industry and safeguard our planet. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional and sustainability challenges of today and tomorrow. Learn more at www.adm.com
TheRole
An opportunity has arisen for a Dairy Derivatives Broker to work within the agricultural commodities department, focusing on Dairy Sales and Brokerage, driving strategy growth, and building key customer relationships. The position oversees market development, identifies new commercial opportunities, and ensures strong sales performance across agricultural product lines. It requires deep industry insight, and the ability to perform in a high performing brokerage team toward ambitious targets.
Your Responsibilities
The main duties of this role will include:
Agricultural Commodities Brokerage
An opportunity has arisen for a Dairy Derivatives Broker to work within the agricultural commodities department, focusing on Dairy Sales and Brokerage, driving strategy growth, and building key customer relationships. The position oversees market development, identifies new commercial opportunities, and ensures strong sales performance across agricultural product lines. It requires deep industry insight, and the ability to perform in a high performing brokerage team toward ambitious targets.
Your Responsibilities
The main duties of this role will include:
Agricultural Commodities Brokerage
- Help the Agricultural Commodities sales initiative across all products
- Provide detailed sales analysis and forecasts
- Achieve sales goals to meet performance targets
- Build new relationships and expand the customer base
- Maintain and grow existing customer relationships to maximise commercial opportunities
- Identify emerging markets and market shifts whilst being aware of new products and competition status
- Liaise internally with relevant departments to enable continued service to the client
- Report issues and customer needs to the Head of Agricultural Commodity Sales and Brokerage
- Collaborate with and support the wider ADMISI Business lines
- To maintain a continuous awareness of customer positions and margin situation
- Act as the first line of defence in terms of KYC/AML & Financial Crime matters
- Always act in the clients best interests first and foremost
- Serve as the organisation’s Dairy product specialist and primary referral point for the Desk, providing expert market insights and supporting sales strategy.
- Undertake research and produce relevant Market Reports in line with the Dairy sales initiative.
- Represent the Company at Dairy conferences, functions and events.
- Overall day to day activities include, but not limited to:
- Preparing and sending recaps.
- Take orders from clients and execute on relevant electronic platforms or via voice.
- Understand and execute options trading strategies.
- Report completed orders to the client and keep clients informed of working orders and market movements.
Your Profile
The successful candidate will possess the following:
Your Future PerspectiveThe successful candidate will possess the following:
- 4+ years working in the Derivatives markets
- Deep understanding of Dairy market and the fundamentals that govern them
- Knowledge of derivatives and hedging strategies
- Existing client base an advantage
- Committed to continuous learning & development
- Self-motivated with a strong work ethic, and the ability to take initiative when required
- Account management, sales and income generation
- Team player - need to be able to integrate with existing team
- Working knowledge of systems such as Fidessa, Reuters/Bloomberg, ICE Connect and CME direct an advantage
- Ability to be flexible and to work under pressure, especially when markets are busy
- Hardworking - being prepared to work long hours and UK holidays when required
- Certified Person under SM&CR (formerly FCA Controlled function 30) or equivalent an advantage - not essential
- Challenging tasks, short decision-making processes and a high level of personal responsibility in a modern work environment with flexible work time models.
- Room for innovative thinking and growth with the possibility to manage your own career path.
- A company culture which promotes continuous learning and diversity. To assist with this all colleagues are able to join our Women’s and Multicultural Employee Resource Groups, and the ADM Pride Employee Network and the Young Professionals Network. As well as the company wide mentorship programme as mentor or mentee.
- Excellent career opportunities in a world leading nutrition company.
- An attractive remuneration including a variety of social benefits like subsidised health & fitness offers.
- ADM is a company where managers and colleagues are encouraged to discuss and enable the flexibility that is needed to meet the demands of work and life.
- Additional benefits and support for maternity and paternity leave.
- ADM are an advocate of having a workforce who are aware of their mental health. In addition to our network of Mental Health First Aiders, all new starters to the business will be enrolled in ‘Mental Health Aware’ training within three months of joining the business.
Learn more about ADM at www.adm.com
We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and value diversity at our company to encourage a diverse range of perspectives, skills, experience and knowledge within our business. To assist with this the Company has established a UK Diversity forum to support participation of underrepresented groups in the workplace. If you feel this job is for you, unlock your potential and apply now online informing us about your earliest possible entry date and salary expectation. By applying for this position, you agree to ADM’s privacy notice.
About ADM
At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.
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Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.
For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Culture, Engagement & Inclusion | ADM.
