Trade Assistant, Brokerage Operations

Evolution Markets, an Xpansiv Company, is a dynamic and growing company offering unique career opportunities in energy and environmental trading markets for qualified professionals. If you have experience in commodity markets and are interested in joining an industry leader with a global perspective, an award-winning reputation, and a forward-looking management team, we want to hear from you.

Formed in 2000, Evolution Markets has become the green markets leader, leveraging its unrivaled experience and knowledge on behalf of participants in the global carbon, emissions, renewable energy, and over-the-counter (OTC) power, natural gas, oil, nuclear fuel, and biofuels markets. We provide strategic financial and industry-leading transactional and advisory services, including net zero advisory, structured transactions, and data and analytics.

Position Summary

A growing energy and environmental commodities brokerageisseeking a Junior Clerk to support day-to-day Middle Office operations across EMEA desks. This roleoperatesin a high-volume, time-sensitive environment where accuracy and responsiveness are critical.

Key Responsibilities

Trade & Operational Support

• Input andvalidate trades accurately and at pace

• Check trade details (price, volume, counterparty) for completeness and consistency

• Monitor broker trade flow and ensuretimelycapture

• Flag and escalation discrepancies or missing informationimmediately

• Support confirmations and reconciliation activities

Front Office Support

• Work closely with brokers to ensuretimelyandaccuratetrade capture

• Provide administrative and operational support to desks

• Proactivelyidentifyand escalation issues or inconsistencies to senior operations staff to prevent downstream errors

Reporting & Controls

• Assist in daily and monthly reporting processes

• Support data accuracy and basic control checks

• Maintain organised records to support audit and compliance requirements

Learning & Development

• Build understanding of energy and environmental products and markets

• Develop operational knowledge across systems and processes

• Progress towards increased responsibility within Middle Office or potential broking pathway

Candidate Profile

Required:

• Strong attention to detail with ability to work accurately under time pressure

• Good numerical skills and comfort working with trade data

• Reliable and organised, with ability to handle repetitive tasks consistently

• Familiarity with Excel

• Willingness to learn and take ownership of small tasks

Desirable:

• Interest in financial markets, commodities, or energy trading

• Strong communicationskills

Opportunity

This role provides a foundation within brokerage operations, offering direct exposure to trading desks and a structured pathway for progression within Middle Office or into a broking role over time.

What can you expect throughout the interview process:

Step 1- Shortlisting of resume & Recruiter screening

Step 2- "Get to know you" Interview with the Hiring manager

Step 3- Skill Assessment & In-person Interview in our London Office

Base Salary

Compensation for this role will vary among specific regions due to geographic differentials in the labor market, actual pay will be determined considering factors such as relevant skills and experience, knowledge, education and training. However, compensation in the following regions is expected to be as follows:

London: Compensation is expected to be between

£30,000-£40,000

Here at Xpansiv, we cultivate diversity, celebrate individuality, and believe unique perspectives are key to our collective success in building trust and transparency in global efforts toward net-zero future. Xpansiv is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.