Job Description Market Risk Analyst – Commodities
Location: London | Work Pattern: 5 days in office | Core Hours: 10:00–16:00
Ref: JL/43354 | Posted: 27 May 2025
Barclay Simpson is delighted to partner with a leading global agriculture commodities business in the search for a Market Risk Analyst to join their London-based team.
This is a unique opportunity to work at the heart of a world-class commodity trading operation, reporting directly to the Head of Market Risk (who in turn reports to the CRO). With a strong sustainability ethos and a footprint that spans the globe, this organisation operates across the full agricultural supply chain – from farm to finished product.
About the Role
You will play a key part in the day-to-day market and currency risk oversight across multiple business units. This includes report ownership, analytical support for senior stakeholders and traders, and active participation in enhancing existing risk processes and systems. There is a strong focus on automation and data, so programming skills will be highly valued.
Key Responsibilities:
Monitor and report on market and FX risk across global commodity portfolios
Own and enhance risk reports and dashboards, using Python, SQL, and VBA
Collaborate closely with traders and business leaders to understand risk exposure
Support strategic projects and develop scal...