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Location: Switzerland (Geneva or Zurich preferred)
Position: Commodities Portfolio Manager
Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Commodities Portfolio Manager to join our dynamic team in Switzerland. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a diversified commodities portfolio, developing and executing trading strategies, and delivering consistent risk-adjusted returns. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, international environment with a leading financial institution.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and optimize a portfolio of physical and/or financial commodity assets (energy, metals, agriculture, etc.).
- Develop and implement trading strategies based on fundamental and quantitative analysis.
- Monitor market trends, macroeconomic factors, and geopolitical events impacting commodity markets.
- Conduct risk analysis and ensure compliance with internal risk management frameworks.
- Collaborate with research, trading, and risk teams to identify new opportunities.
- Prepare regular performance reports and present to senior management and stakeholders.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years' experience in commodities trading or portfolio management.
- Strong analytical skills and proven track record of generating alpha in commodities markets.
- Deep understanding of risk management, derivatives, and hedging strategies.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Fluency in English; knowledge of French or German is an advantage.
- Swiss/EU work permit or eligibility to work in Switzerland preferred.
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation and performance-based bonus.
- Opportunity to work with a leading team in a global financial hub.
- Professional development and career growth.
- Collaborative and innovative work environment.
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