Graduate Associate Trader

Graduate Associate Trader

Full-Time 51750 - 63250 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
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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.

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Contact Details:

Sims Metal Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Graduate Associate Trader

Commercial Instinct
Relationship Building
Numerical Skills
Proactive Mindset
Market Analysis
Trading Knowledge
Adaptability