At a Glance
- Tasks: Facilitate trades, support sales teams, and manage client accounts in a dynamic trading environment.
- Company: Join an international trading company with a focus on commodities.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace culture with a commitment to career development.
- Why this job: Make an impact in the fast-paced world of trading while utilising your Mandarin skills.
- Qualifications: Fluent in Mandarin and English, with a degree in Finance or related fields.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 35000 £ per year.
Location: London
Hybrid Working: 3 days in the office, 2 days at home. More days in office during start for training.
Start Date: ASAP
Job Type: Permanent
Working Hours: 8:30am – 5:30pm Monday – Friday
About the Client: Our client is an international trading company.
Requirements:
- Fluent in Mandarin and English.
- Experience or internships within a trading floor, brokerage, or financial services environment.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field.
Responsibilities:
- Facilitate real‑time price quoting and conduct accurate execution of trades across electronic platforms and broking systems.
- Support the sales teams in the preparation of bespoke client solutions.
- Assist Senior Account Executives in the day‑to‑day management of institutional accounts and the onboarding of new counterparties.
- Help synthesize fundamental and technical data to produce daily market summaries and newsletters for the client base.
- Attend key industrial conferences and exhibitions to prospect customers and represent the firm’s commodities suite.
- Act as a reliable point of contact for client queries, ensuring professional conduct and timely resolution of operational or settlement issues.
- Maintain meticulous records of client interactions, coverage targets, and marketing efforts to ensure data‑driven growth strategies.
- Work closely with Middle Office, Compliance, and Risk departments to ensure all trades satisfy regulatory and firm‑wide requirements.
Skills:
- Strong numerical skills and ability to interpret complex market data and financial instruments.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
- Ability to work with high accuracy under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a live market environment.
- Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills.
- Proactive learner who can quickly grasp Commodity Derivatives, contract specifications, and risk management concepts.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field with a strong interest in global commodity markets.
Preferred Attributes:
- Prior experience or internships within a trading floor, brokerage, or financial services environment will be preferred.
- Proficiency in Chinese is a must for supporting our diverse EMEA client base.
- A self‑starter attitude with the ambition to transition into a full coverage role through demonstrated performance and market mastery.
Compensation: £30k+ benefits (Negotiable depending on experience).
Candidate Eligibility: Eligible to work in the UK and able to provide relevant supporting documentation.
Equal Opportunity Statement: People First is committed to increasing diversity, and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, marital status or whether or not they have a disability.
Mandarin speaking Commodity Account Executive employer: People First Team China 中国团队
At People First Team China, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that champions diversity and inclusion within our Greater London office. Our supportive work culture fosters professional growth through continuous learning opportunities, while our commitment to employee well-being ensures a rewarding and meaningful career in corporate banking. Join us to be part of a dynamic team that values your contributions and encourages collaboration across cultures.
Contact Details:
People First Team China 中国团队 Recruitment Team
