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Optimus

Endur SME - Risk and Valuation

Houston, TX · On-site

Strong understanding of energy commodities, with natural gas experience highly preferred. * Ability ... Background in risk management at a trading house, utility, or commodity firm.

RWE

Short-term Congestion Trader

Chicago, IL

$125K - $175K/yr

Join an international leading energy trading house which is in a period of growth * Find yourself ... Around 2,000 employees from over 70 different countries trade electricity, gas, commodities and CO2 ...

RWE

Short-term Congestion Trader

Chicago, IL · On-site

$125K - $175K/yr

Join an international leading energy trading house which is in a period of growth * Find yourself ... Around 2,000 employees from over 70 different countries trade electricity, gas, commodities and CO2 ...

Gunvor

Middle Officer

Houston, TX

$90/hr

... commodities trading houses by turnover, creating logistics solutions that safely and efficiently ... Build & monitor in-house forward curves in ETRM including front to back implementation for market ...

Gunvor Group

Middle Officer

Houston, TX · On-site

$90/hr

... commodities trading houses by turnover, creating logistics solutions that safely and efficiently ... monitor in-house forward curves in ETRM including front to back implementation for market ...

Gunvor

Middle Officer

Houston, TX · On-site

$90/hr

... commodities trading houses by turnover, creating logistics solutions that safely and efficiently ... Build & monitor in-house forward curves in ETRM including front to back implementation for market ...

Gunvor

Middle Officer

Houston, TX · On-site

$90/hr

... commodities trading houses by turnover, creating logistics solutions that safely and efficiently ... Build & monitor in-house forward curves in ETRM including front to back implementation for market ...

Flow Traders

Experienced Trader

Amsterdam, NY · On-site

In depth knowledge in trading Equity, Fixed Income, Digital Assets, FX or Commodities * University ... In-house Bar and Lounge with arcade, table tennis, billiards, and game consoles * Company boat * In ...

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How much do commodities trading house jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for commodities trading house in the United States is $64,999.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,500.00 and $72,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a commodities trading house, and why are they important?

To thrive in a commodities trading house, you need a strong background in finance, economics, and quantitative analysis, often supported by a relevant degree or industry certifications. Familiarity with trading platforms, risk management software, and market data systems like Bloomberg Terminal is typically required. Excellent analytical thinking, decision-making under pressure, and strong communication skills help you excel in dynamic, high-stakes environments. These skills are crucial for managing market risk, executing profitable trades, and maintaining effective client and team relationships.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in a commodities trading house?

Professionals in a commodities trading house often encounter challenges such as managing market volatility, navigating fluctuating global supply and demand, and responding quickly to geopolitical events that impact pricing. The fast-paced environment requires strong analytical skills and the ability to make rapid decisions under pressure. Additionally, effective collaboration with risk management, logistics, and sales teams is essential to ensure successful trade execution and compliance with regulatory standards.

What is a commodities trading house?

A commodities trading house is a company that specializes in the buying, selling, and trading of physical commodities such as oil, metals, grains, and other raw materials. These firms facilitate the movement of goods across global markets, manage supply chains, and often engage in financial trading to hedge risks. They play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient distribution of resources worldwide and may also provide related services like logistics, storage, and financing. Major examples of commodities trading houses include Glencore, Vitol, and Trafigura.

Portfolio Pricing and Valuations Strats Analyst

Millennium Management LLC

New York, NY • On-site

$100K - $200K/yr

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Millennium Management rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Portfolio Pricing and Valuations Strats Analyst
The successful candidate will join the Commodities Portfolio Pricing and Valuations team to advance the firm's real-time pricing, valuations, risk and p&l infrastructure to support global commodities trading.
Principal Responsibilities
  • Maintain and support processes related to the production of firm-wide intraday and eod risk and p&l
  • Automation and streamlining of pricing and valuations workflows
  • Volatility surface modeling and options portfolio pricing
  • Forward curve calibration, monitoring and controls
  • Assist in the design and implementation of new pricing and marking methodologies and related data analysis
  • Collaborate with Portfolio Managers, Quant Research, Risk, and various Technology and Data teams to advance the pricing and valuations framework, support new trading of derivative products and validate quant changes to pricing models

Qualifications/Skills
  • 2+ years of professional experience in a similar role at a Commodities trading house
  • Strong math finance and coding proficiency (Python, Pandas, SQL)
  • Proficiency with latest AI toolkits
  • Commodities derivatives products expertise, particularly in Energy (Natgas/Power/Crude)
  • Deep understanding of options models, vol surface fitting and greek p&l explain
  • Detail oriented; demonstrates thoroughness and strong ownership of work
  • Independent worker with a strong ability to collaborate across teams
  • Able to prioritize and deliver in a fast moving, high pressure, dynamic environment

Millennium pays a total compensation package which includes a base salary, discretionary performance bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package. The estimated base salary range for this position is $100,000 to $200,000, which is specific to New York and may change in the future. When finalizing an offer, we take into consideration an individual's experience level and the qualifications they bring to the role to formulate a competitive total compensation package.

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