Overview
Join a leading team in London and drive the future of energy commodity sales across Europe. This role offers the opportunity to shape strategy, build lasting relationships, and contribute to a culture that values excellence and professional development.
Job Summary
As a Corporate Commodity Sales professional in the Corporate Commodity Sales team in London, you will lead client interactions and drive the execution of commodity trades within the energy sector. You will work with utilities, consumers, refiners, and upstream organisations across natural gas, power, carbon emissions, oil, and refined products, helping shape our sales strategy and enhance client offerings.
Job Responsibilities
* Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key clients, providing tailored OTC solutions in the energy commodities space
* Oversee the trade execution process, ensuring accuracy in trade booking, order taking, and regulatory compliance
* Mentor junior team members in best practices for trade execution
* Analyse market trends and drivers to identify new business opportunities
* Develop and implement strategic sales initiatives that align with market conditions and client needs
* Partner with trading, research, corporate banking, and risk management teams to deliver comprehensive solutions to clients
* Facilitate effective communication between departments to enhance client service
* Lead efforts to refine and optimise the sales process, including our e-platform offering
* Ensure efficiency and effectiveness in client interactions and trade execution
* Provide guidance and support to junior team members, fostering a culture of learning and professional growth
* Monitor sales performance metrics and prepare reports for senior management, highlighting achievements, challenges, and opportunities for improvement
Required Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills
* Significant experience (ideally 8+ years) in commodities sales, with a focus on energy and OTC solutions
* Ability to analyse complex market data and trends to inform strategic decisions and client recommendations
* Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex financial concepts clearly and effectively
* Solid leadership qualities with a collaborative mindset and experience mentoring junior colleagues
* Deep understanding of client needs and the ability to deliver exceptional service
* Advanced proficiency in analytical tools and knowledge of credit risk related metrics
* Meticulous attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards of accuracy and compliance
Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills
* Experience working with clients across multiple energy sectors, including natural gas, power, carbon emissions, oil, and refined products
* Familiarity with e-platform sales solutions in commodities trading
* Proven ability to develop and implement strategic sales initiatives
* Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams in a global organisation
* Professional qualifications from reputable training institutes or professional bodies in commodities or finance
* Demonstrated success in optimising sales processes and driving efficiency
* Fluency in English and other European languages
This role encompasses the performance of UK regulated activity. The successful candidate will therefore be subject to meeting UK regulatory requirements in the assessment of fitness, propriety, knowledge and competence (as assessed by the Firm) and (where appropriate) approval by the UK Financial Conduct Authority and/or the Prudential Regulation Authority to carry out such activities.
About Us
J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world’s most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected attributes and we provide reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices, beliefs, and health or disability needs.
About The Team
J.P. Morgan’s Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. The team serves corporations, governments and institutions in more than 100 countries, providing strategic advice, capital formation, risk management, and liquidity solutions.
Job Details
* Seniority level: Director
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Purchasing and Supply Chain
We are not including external job referrals or older postings in this refined description.
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