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Stonex Group, Inc.

Assistant Trader

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

Trading * Competent use of Veson voyage calculator. * Daily update of freight grid and assumptions - distribution to traders * Freight quote response to internal commodity traders * Daily freight ...

StoneX Group

Assistant Trader

New York, NY · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

Trading * Competent use of Veson voyage calculator. * Daily update of freight grid and assumptions - distribution to traders * Freight quote response to internal commodity traders * Daily freight ...

StoneX Group

Assistant Trader

Manhattan, NY

$90K - $110K/yr

Trading * Competent use of Veson voyage calculator. * Daily update of freight grid and assumptions - distribution to traders * Freight quote response to internal commodity traders * Daily freight ...

Weaver

Consulting Associate

Houston, TX · On-site

... within energy and commodity trading organizations * Support data-driven decision-making by ... * Assist in executing project work plans, ensuring tasks are completed on time and at the highest ...

Weaver

Consulting Associate

Houston, TX

... within energy and commodity trading organizations * Support data-driven decision-making by ... * Assist in executing project work plans, ensuring tasks are completed on time and at the highest ...

Gold Star

Production Operator

NY · On-site

$18/hr

At Gold Star, we offer feed and nutrition services and commodity trading in the northeastern U.S ... Operate Bulk Feed manufacturing system * Assist WEM room operator as needed * Assist Ingredient ...

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How much do commodity trading assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for commodity trading assistant in the United States is $48.74, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45.67 and $52.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Commodity Trading Assistant position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Commodity Trading Assistant, you need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a foundation in finance, economics, or a related field, often supported by a bachelor's degree. Familiarity with trading platforms (like Bloomberg or Reuters), proficiency in Excel, and understanding common commodity market regulations or certifications such as Series 3 can be advantageous. Excellent communication, organization, and the ability to multitask under pressure help you excel in this support-focused, fast-paced role. These competencies are crucial for ensuring efficient trade execution, accurate reporting, and seamless coordination with traders and clients.

What does a Commodity Trading Assistant do?

A Commodity Trading Assistant supports traders by handling trade execution, documentation, market analysis, and risk management tasks. They monitor commodity prices, prepare reports, and ensure compliance with regulations. Additionally, they communicate with clients, counterparties, and internal teams to facilitate smooth trading operations. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of financial markets are essential for this role.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Commodity Trading Assistant?

As a Commodity Trading Assistant, your day-to-day tasks often include preparing trade documentation, monitoring market prices, reconciling trades, and assisting traders with order entry and settlement processes. You may also coordinate with operations, risk, and compliance teams to ensure all transactions are processed smoothly and in line with regulations. Effective communication with internal stakeholders and external clients is important, as is the ability to quickly adapt to shifting priorities in a dynamic environment. You will continually develop your market knowledge while supporting the team, making this an excellent stepping stone to more senior trading roles in the future.

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FHNF COMMODITY DERIVATIVES MARKETER - SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT

FHNF COMMODITY DERIVATIVES MARKETER - SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT

FHN Financial

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Role Overview
First Horizon Bank is seeking an experienced Commodity Derivatives Marketer to lead the design and execution of client driven commodity hedging programs in support of the Energy, Commercial, and Specialty Lending Groups. This individual will work closely with relationship managers, credit officers, and energy bankers to integrate commodity hedging into reserve-based lending (RBL), project finance, corporate revolvers, and other energy lending products, helping clients stabilize cash flows and protect borrowing capacity. This role will be focused exclusively on the servicing of lending clients within First Horizon's footprint and does not involve proprietary trading.
Location: Flexible with travel required to attend customer meetings and cover lending territory
Department: Derivative Products Group (Capital Markets Division)
Level: Senior Vice President
Key Responsibilities
  • Participate in joint client meetings with lenders to discuss market conditions, hedge structures, and how hedging supports credit metrics and capital plans.
  • Translate borrowers' commodity exposures (production profiles, basis risk, transportation, storage, offtake contracts and consumption) into tailored hedging programs aligned with loan covenants and business plans.
  • Originate and present hedge optimization ideas, re-hedge opportunities, and scenario analyses that align with each client's capital structure and lending arrangements.
  • Assist with Commercial Bankers across the First Horizon footprint with consumption hedges for clients that have energy price exposure in their operations.
  • Execute client-initiated oil and gas derivatives (swaps and options) in support of existing and prospective energy lending relationships.
  • Work with legal and documentation teams on ISDA/CSA agreements, hedging provisions in loan documentation, and confirmations for client trades.
  • Ensure accurate and timely trade capture, confirmations, and reconciliation in coordination with middle and back office.
  • Record hedge transactions and off-setting upstream positions in derivative system of record.

Qualifications
Required
  • Prior experience in providing commodity hedging advice & execution to upstream oil & gas exploration & production companies who have reserve-based loans.
  • 10+ years of experience in oil and/or natural gas derivatives hedging, marketing, or structuring, ideally with direct exposure to energy lending, RBL, or project finance.
  • Meaningful experience in over-the-counter back-to-back hedging programs
  • Strong understanding of physical oil and gas markets, benchmarks, and basis dynamics, and how they interact with lending structures and credit risk.
  • Demonstrated experience designing and implementing hedging programs for corporate or sponsor-backed energy clients.

Preferred
  • Prior experience working with Commercial and Industrial clients on structuring hedges to stabilize the cost inputs for commodity consumption.

About UsFirst Horizon Corporation is a leading regional financial services company, dedicated to helping our clients, communities and associates unlock their full potential with capital and counsel. Headquartered in Memphis, TN, the banking subsidiary First Horizon Bank operates in 12 states across the southern U.S. The Company and its subsidiaries offer commercial, private banking, consumer, small business, wealth and trust management, retail brokerage, capital markets, fixed income, and mortgage banking services. First Horizon has been recognized as one of the nation's best employers by Fortune and Forbes magazines and a Top 10 Most Reputable U.S. Bank. More information is available at www.FirstHorizon.com.
Benefit Highlights• Medical with wellness incentives, dental, and vision
• HSA with company match
• Maternity and parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Mentor program
• 401(k) with 6% match
• More -- FirstHorizon.com/First-Horizon-National-Corporation/Careers/Our-Benefits
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