Trading Analyst - Oil Trading

Exciting opportunity to join a Leading Global Commodity Trading company who is looking for a Trading Analyst to join their expanding Oil Trading Team. You will be responsible for providing assistance to Traders and Managers, preparing reports, Market reports and performing calculations. In addition, you will be expected to handle various ad hoc requests assigned to the team or your line manager, contributing to the smooth and efficient operation of Trading activities.

The team plays a crucial role in the company’s Net Zero 2050 strategy and benefits from the company’s strong trading position and global integration. A collaborative culture and dynamic work environment. Excellent career prospects – rapid learning opportunities with potential for movement across teams and international roles

• Analyze market data to support the development and execution of trades. Ensure exposure positions and P&L reports are accurate.
• Ensure physical and derivatives transactions are booked accurately.
• Set up, maintain, and improve a cargo tracking system (vessels’ B/L, destination, WS rate).
• Liaise with Middle Office for P&L, exposure and pricing reconciliation.

• Conduct market analysis (supply and demand, global crack spreads, margins).
• Deliver weekly internal presentations on P&L, physical and paper activity.
• Update daily Excel sheets reflecting market structure and movements.
• Perform arbitrage and crack spread calculations.
• Track refinery turnarounds.
• Monitor and report on shipping cargoes.

• Risk management and market monitoring.
• Liaising with the Shipping Department, Operations, Contracts and other Trading desks, including overseas offices, as instructed by traders.
• Interacting with counter parties (including Company Group divisions) as instructed by traders.

• University degree in quantitative discipline (e.g. Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Economics, Finance, or related).
• Prior experience in a role related to oil trading/analysis.
• Strong knowledge of oil products, LPG would be an advantage.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel/VBA; knowledge of SQL and Python would be an advantage.
• Result-oriented, proactive and responsible approach, able to work with a strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, a strong team player with a positive attitude.
• Demonstrated drive, innovation, and a genuine interest in energy and trading.