Commodity Broker Assistant
Job Description
***COMMODITY BROKER ASSISTANT***
\nThis is a rare opportunity to join a specialist commodity broking business operating within international agricultural commodity markets.
\nWorking closely with experienced brokers and senior management, you will support contract execution, operational activities and market analysis across international trading markets. This Commodity Broker Assistant role offers exposure to global trade, logistics, supply chain management and commodity market intelligence. Based primarily in Farnham, Surrey, this role also offers regular travel to Spain, providing a unique international dimension to your career from day one.
\nThis position would suit a motivated, analytical and detail-oriented professional with strong communication skills (Fluent Spanish would be advantageous) and an interest in international business, economics and global markets.
\nSalary & Benefits
\n£30,000 - £40,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
\nInternational travel opportunities
\nRegular time working in Spain (up to two weeks per month)
\nFull industry training and career development
\nDirect exposure to international commodity markets
\nOpportunity to work alongside experienced brokers in a specialist sector
\nWhat you'll be doing
\nSupporting brokers with the management and execution of international agricultural contracts
\nDrafting, issuing and monitoring contracts
\nTracking contract performance and ensuring key deadlines are met
\nLiaising with clients and counterparties across international markets
\nAssisting with market research, data gathering and commodity market analysis
\nSupporting operational processes relating to shipping, logistics and trade documentation
\nHelping resolve contractual and operational issues as they arise
\nProducing reports and market intelligence to support commercial decision-making
\nThe ideal Commodity Broker Assistant will need the following,
\nGCSE English Language and Mathematics Grade B/6 or above (or equivalent)
\nBachelor's Degree or relevant industry experience
\nExperience in a related area such as:
\nOperations or Logistics or Shipping or Commodities or Supply Chain or Contract Administration or Contract Negotiation
\nAbility to communicate complex ideas verbally and in writing to clients whose first language may not be English
\nUnderstanding of international current affairs, regional geography, economics, business and business management
\nThe standard hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 6:00pm. However, as this is a client-facing international role, flexibility will be required to support global markets and customer requirements.
\nIf you're looking for an exciting career combining international business, commodities, logistics and market analysis, we'd like to hear from you.
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