Junior Commodity Sales Broker - London, United Kingdom - Freight Investor Services Ltd.

    Freight Investor Services Ltd.
    Freight Investor Services Ltd. London, United Kingdom

    2 weeks ago

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    Freight InvestorServices (FIS) is a leading global brokerage of freight andcommodities.

    We are the world's largest broker on dry freightfutures, and have a strong presence across the bulk commodities,metals, and energy markets.

    We were the first brokerage to tradein the cleared market on iron ore and later coking coal futures,we also maintain a strong position in broking steel futures onall exchanges, as well as fuel oil, base metals, fertilisers,and tanker freight.

    We are proud of our innovative ethos, havingbeen first mover on a number of products, most recently on thecobalt and air freight futures markets.

    Not only do we provideexcellent brokerage services, but also data services via our FISLive App and API services, as well as education services to helpthose entering new markets.

    Wehave expanded via our network of trading associates and branchoffices to offer coverage of derivative and physical shippingmarkets in the UK, US, Dubai, India, Singapore, and China.

    Through our global network, FIS offers full brokerage services,trade execution and in-depth market intelligence and data forfreight and commodities, as well as providing physical ship andcargo services.

    Our expertise in managing credit andcounterparty risk provides a vital competitive advantage whileenabling clients to trade with confidence.

    We have an exciting opportunity for anexperienced Cross Commodity Broker in our rapidlyexpanding London office. This is a junior to mid-level role for adynamic individual who has a passion for the financial markets. Promote FIS as a company, providing marketintelligence and analysis to clients


    • Arrange physical or financial trades via voicebroking on and behalf of clients
    • Maintain and enhance existing clientrelationships, making regular contact and tracking daily trading activities;
    • Proactively solicit feedback from industryparticipants via trade calls, surveys, industry events, trade shows andconferences;
    • Demonstrate experience as a broker coveringcommercial clients (financial or the physical markets)
    • Deep understanding of price risk management -essential
    • Willing to travel to visit clients – essential
    • Robust analytical, sales and decision-makingcapabilities
    • personable and engagingbuilding relationships and networks wherever possible
    • Competitive salary and discretionary bonus
    • Private healthcare and life assurance scheme
    • Employee Assistance Programme
    • Season ticket travel loan
    • Cycle to work scheme
    • Learning & Development / CPD opportunities

    All qualified applicants willreceive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex,national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation orany other characteristic protected by law.