QIS Commodities Trader

Direct message the job poster from Alexander Chapman Recruitment Consultant at Alexander Chapman We are working with a Leading global investment bank seeking an experienced QIS Commodities Trader to join their front-office team in New York. This is a high-impact position for a commercially-driven professional with deep expertise across commodity markets and quantitative trading. Key Responsibilities: Act as the lead trader for a multi-billion dollar Commodity QIS book , managing diversified exposures across agriculture, energy, and metals . Design, price, and manage new QIS trades , including capacity planning and index structuring, in collaboration with quant and structuring teams. Execute discretionary trading strategies , including outrights, calendar spreads, and RV trades, with a focus on tactical and fundamental risk-taking. Oversee and hedge exposures on commodity-linked ETN products and support broader trading and risk management of the commodity QIS franchise. Support the launch and growth of new commodity index funds , contributing to significant asset raising efforts over multi-year periods. Collaborate with global front-office stakeholders to identify new revenue opportunities , leading to key client wins and increased pipeline visibility. Lead the automation of end-of-day trading operations , reducing manual effort in coordination with technology and support teams. Mentor junior traders, setting structured learning goals and supporting professional development. Required Skills & Experience: 5–10+ years of experience in commodities trading with specific focus on QIS and quantitative strategies . Deep understanding of commodity market risk , commodity-linked interest rate structures , and pricing models . Strong track record of PnL generation , ideally with multi-asset commodity exposure. Excellent programming, quantitative, and analytical skills; ability to work closely with quant and structuring teams. Strong interpersonal and communication skills; experience managing cross-functional relationships across trading, structuring, quant, and support teams. Experience in mentoring or team leadership is a plus. Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Finance Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Alexander Chapman by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Commodity Trader” roles. Repo Trader – $10bn+ Fixed Income Hedge Fund – NYC Based New York, NY $200,000.00-$485,000.00 2 weeks ago New York, NY $155,000.00-$180,000.00 4 weeks ago New York, NY $230,000.00-$270,000.00 3 weeks ago New York, NY $225,000.00-$485,000.00 1 week ago New York, NY $105,000.00-$120,000.00 1 week ago New York, NY $150,000.00-$250,000.00 1 week ago Corporate Treasury-Funding Execution Trader- New York-Associate New York, NY $250,000.00-$500,000.00 2 weeks ago GBM, Public, Systematic ETF Trader, Vice President - New York New York, NY $120,000.00-$175,000.00 8 months ago New York, NY $100,000.00-$150,000.00 6 days ago New York, NY $150,000.00-$200,000.00 1 week ago New York, NY $110,000.00-$225,000.00 1 week ago Treasury Trader, Liquidity Management & Money Markets Director New York, NY $216,000.00-$273,000.00 1 month ago Systematic Trader (Job Onsite based in Dubai) New York, United States $60,000.00-$70,000.00 1 week ago New York, United States $140,000.00-$190,000.00 2 days ago New York, NY $180,000.00-$200,000.00 14 hours ago New York, NY $175,000.00-$200,000.00 3 days ago New York, NY $180,000.00-$200,000.00 2 days ago New York, NY $180,000.00-$240,000.00 1 week ago White Plains, NY $72,000.00-$120,000.00 3 weeks ago New York, NY $80,000.00-$90,000.00 2 weeks ago New York, NY $175,000.00-$250,000.00 2 days ago Director of Trader Marketing Programs and Community New York, United States $151,100.00-$277,000.00 1 day ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr Alexander Chapman