Global Talent Experts in Commodities Recruitment
Finding the right talent in the commodities sector can be challenging, particularly in a field that requires deep knowledge and adaptability. At Selby Jennings, we help companies like yours overcome these challenges by connecting you with top professionals who understand market volatility and are equipped to maximise profits. Whether you're seeking candidates who will seamlessly integrate into your team or need insights on retaining top talent, request a call back today to discover how our tailored hiring solutions can drive your success.
Supporting every step of your commodities recruitment journey
Agricultural commodities trading
With the growing demand for agricultural and soft commodities, firms need expert traders to navigate these evolving markets. At Selby Jennings, we connect companies with top traders skilled in managing market trends, optimising trading strategies, and mitigating price volatility. Whether you're seeking agricultural traders, coffee traders, cocoa traders, or grain traders, we have the specialists you need to succeed in these competitive sectors.
Energy trading
Trading spans a wide range of commodities, from traditional oil and gas to clean and renewable energy sources. At Selby Jennings, we connect firms with top traders, including oil traders, gas traders, power traders, and renewable energy traders, who have the expertise to navigate these markets. As demand for both conventional and clean energy grows, competition for skilled trading talent intensifies. We help you secure the best professionals, capable of developing strategies to manage risk, optimise trading performance, and maximise profitability.
Soft commodities trading
Soft commodities like livestock and forestry products are essential to industries worldwide, requiring traders who can expertly manage market volatility and supply chain complexities. At Selby Jennings, we connect firms with top talent specialising in these dynamic markets. Whether you're looking for skilled livestock traders, timber traders, or forestry products specialists, we provide the professionals you need to thrive in this sector.
Hard commodities trading
At Selby Jennings, our expertise in hard commodities trading spans crucial markets like minerals and raw materials. We help firms recruit skilled traders who understand the nuances of these sectors and can drive performance and growth. Whether you need mineral traders or risk traders, we provide the professionals you need to navigate these markets successfully.
Metals trading is essential to industrial production and infrastructure development, and at Selby Jennings, we understand the importance of securing the right talent. We connect firms with expert traders who excel in both ferrous and non-ferrous metals markets. Whether you need base metals traders, precious metals traders, or ferrous metals traders, we provide the specialised professionals who can help drive your business to new heights.
Tailored recruitment solutions
Every organisation faces unique hiring challenges, and a one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t work in commodities recruitment. At Selby Jennings, we take the time to understand your specific business objectives and provide customised hiring strategies that align with your needs. Whether you require permanent hires or contract professionals, our tailored approach ensures we find the right fit with the precision your business demands.
Expertise in commodities
In the commodities sector, finding professionals with the right technical knowledge and market experience can be challenging. With 20 years of industry expertise, Selby Jennings focuses on hard and soft commodities, metals, energy, and agriculture. Our deep understanding of these markets allows us to identify skilled professionals who are equipped to drive your business forward and navigate the sector’s challenges.
Our global network of commodities talent
Sourcing top candidates quickly and effectively can be challenging, especially when some of the best professionals aren’t actively seeking new opportunities. By leveraging our extensive global network of commodities professionals, we can swiftly identify exceptional talent that may not be on the open market. Our strategic relationships and proactive recruitment methods ensure you have access to the best candidates, enhancing both the speed and success of your hiring process.
Comprehensive support & commitment to quality
Recruiting in the commodities sector goes beyond simply filling a position; it requires a focus on long-term success. At Selby Jennings, we offer comprehensive support by refining hiring strategies and providing career guidance to ensure the right fit for both clients and candidates. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our rigorous vetting process, delivering hand-selected candidates who exceed the necessary qualifications and ensuring seamless integration with a lasting impact on your team.
We connect commodities firms with high-performing professionals across trading, risk, analytics, operations, and commercial strategy. Our recruiters specialise in talent with deep sector knowledge across energy, metals, and agriculture, from junior to executive level.
We recruit across:
- Front Office Trading
Physical and financial traders across oil, gas, power, metals, softs, and agricultural - Market Risk and Credit Risk
Risk managers with expertise in pricing models, VaR, PnL attribution, and counterparty analysis - Quantitative and Fundamental Analytics
Analysts supporting trading desks with market intelligence, modelling, and forecasting - Operations and Middle Office
Roles in trade support, scheduling, settlements, and logistics across global markets - Commercial Strategy and Business Development
Professionals driving origination, deal structuring, and supply chain optimisation - Technology and Data Engineering
Specialists building tools, platforms, and data infrastructure for trading and risk teams
Looking to grow your commodities team? Speak with a specialist recruiter today.
Request a call back today to learn more about how we can support your hiring needs. Let us help you build the team that will drive your success.
Selby Jennings offers various workforce solutions tailored to your specific objectives.
- Permanent hires - Our permanent search service, whether through contingent or retained commodities recruitment, helps you secure the professionals who can truly make an impact.
- Contract hires - Our extensive network of contractors and interim managers integrate seamlessly into companies to drive short term goals.
- Multi-hire projects - We take a consultative approach with our clients, managing the entire recruitment process from sourcing to hiring across the entire project.
Selby Jennings has been a reliable partner on our private equity hiring. They understand the balance of technical capability, stakeholder engagement, and team fit that we look for. Their network across investment, operations, and portfolio functions has added real value as we've grown our platform.
Your trusted partner in commodities recruitment
With our proven track record of success, dedication to client satisfaction, and unwavering commitment, we are the commodities recruitment firm of choice for leading institutions worldwide. Complete the form below, and one of our specialist consultants will contact you to discuss our services.