At a Glance
- Tasks: Grow new business and trade recycled metals across Europe and South America.
- Company: Join Sims Limited, a global leader in metal recycling with a sustainability mission.
- Benefits: Competitive salary of £35,000 plus benefits and a mentored career path.
- Other info: Travel opportunities across the UK and Europe in a supportive team environment.
- Why this job: Kick-start your trading career with international market exposure and hands-on experience.
- Qualifications: Degree in any subject; no trading background required, just confidence and strong numerical skills.
The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 £ per year.
- Sims Limited — Birmingham
- Hybrid & on-site | £35,000 + benefits
- Kick‑start your trading career
Commercially driven?
Confident building relationships?
Join a global leader in metal recycling & circular solutions (est. 1917).
Work alongside an experienced Senior Trader — gain international market exposure from day one, trading ferrous & non‑ferrous metals across Europe & beyond.
- What you’ll do
- Grow new business across Europe & South America
- Trade recycled metals & analyse market data
- Build strong relationships with customers & suppliers
- Travel UK & Europe; learn the industry first‑hand
- What we’re looking for
- Degree in any subject — no trading background required
- Commercial instinct, drive & confidence to connect with people
- Strong numerical skills & a proactive mindset
- Willingness to travel + full UK driving licence
Why join us?
- Global brand, stable business, meaningful sustainability mission
- Mentored career path — shape your own progression
- Learn commodities, markets & trading in a supportive team
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Graduate Associate Trader employer: Sims Metal
Sims Limited is an exceptional employer for aspiring traders, offering a dynamic work culture in Birmingham that fosters professional growth and development. With a strong focus on sustainability and a global presence, employees benefit from hands-on experience in international markets, mentorship from seasoned professionals, and the opportunity to shape their own career paths while contributing to meaningful environmental solutions.