Commodity Trader - OTC Derivatives

About the Role

FyneHand is recruiting a Central Trader specializing in OTC derivatives based in Dubai for a prominent global agribusiness operating in over 30 countries. This pivotal position involves structuring, pricing, trading, and hedging complex OTC derivative products with a focus on exotic and customized solutions within the commodities sector. The role demands independent risk-taking and structuring skills while collaborating closely with global sales, risk, and post-trade teams to deliver client-focused solutions aligned with firm risk and capital standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Structure, price, and hedge a variety of OTC derivatives, including swaps, vanilla look-alike products, exotic options (barriers, digitals, path-dependent, bespoke payoffs), and correlation/spread structures such as calendar, inter-commodity, cross-commodity, and commodity/FX.
• Originate and implement innovative trading structures in line with the firm’s risk appetite and capital framework.
• Make informed risk-taking decisions and manage portfolios with a balance between profitability and downside protection.
• Monitor global market conditions, volatility, and macroeconomic factors to continuously optimize risk-adjusted returns.
• Maintain and expand expertise across multiple commodities, concentrating on agricultural products, and support cross-asset initiatives.
• Work closely with global sales teams to translate client needs into executable, well-hedged structures, and provide insights on market conditions and pricing.
• Serve as the trading liaison with post-trade client services to ensure smooth operation, resolution of issues, and high client satisfaction.
• Contribute to strategic projects involving risk, operations, legal, technology, and external advisors to support organizational changes.
• Ensure accurate execution, maintain strong documentation, and observe internal controls and regulatory standards.
• Identify, monitor, and mitigate risks, including Greeks, stress tests, scenario analysis, and correlation risks; escalate concerns when necessary.
• Develop and enhance pricing models, risk and P&L analytics, automation, and transparency within the trading environment, collaborating with quantitative and technology teams.

Qualifications and Skills

• At least 6 years of experience in OTC derivative structuring and trading with deep exposure to exotic and bespoke products.
• Proven expertise in risk taking, portfolio management, and complex derivative structuring in financial or commodity markets.
• Experience across multiple commodity platforms, notably agricultural commodities, is highly advantageous.
• Client-facing or sales-related trading experience is desirable.
• Advanced quantitative, analytical, and structuring skills with strong commercial judgment and risk discipline.
• Ability to work independently, influence business outcomes without direct authority, and maintain high communication quality across multiple stakeholders.
• Strong ownership of projects and strategic initiatives.
• Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related quantitative field preferred.
• Relevant professional certifications such as CFA, FRM, CQF, or equivalents are highly valued.

Additional Information

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This role suits a seasoned derivatives professional looking for autonomy, market exposure, and strategic influence in a sophisticated trading environment. Interested candidates are encouraged to connect confidentially for discussions.