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Junior Energy Trader

Louis Dreyfus Company · Wilton, CT · 1 mo ago
SalesFull-time
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      Company Description: Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods... (the paragraph).

      Job Description: As a Junior Energy Trader, you'll gain hands-on experience across Natural Gas, Power, Crude Oil, and Refined Products markets while working alongside experienced traders and commercial leaders. This role is designed for someone with 2-4 years of energy market experience who is ready to take the next step in their trading career. You'll have the opportunity to deepen your understanding of market fundamentals, participate in trade execution, and contribute to commercial strategies that help drive business performance. Working closely with traders, analysts, risk managers, and operational teams, you'll develop a comprehensive view of the energy value chain while building the technical, commercial, and analytical skills needed for long-term success in commodities trading.

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          About the role

          Company Description: Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. Our activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork, across a broad range of business lines, we leverage our global reach and extensive asset network to serve our customers and consumers around the world. Structured as a matrix organization of six geographical regions and ten platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company is active in over 100 countries and employs approximately 18,000 people globally.

          As a Junior Energy Trader, you'll gain hands-on experience across Natural Gas, Power, Crude Oil, and Refined Products markets while working alongside experienced traders and commercial leaders. This role is designed for someone with 2-4 years of energy market experience who is ready to take the next step in their trading career. You'll have the opportunity to deepen your understanding of market fundamentals, participate in trade execution, and contribute to commercial strategies that help drive business performance. Working closely with traders, analysts, risk managers, and operational teams, you'll develop a comprehensive view of the energy value chain while building the technical, commercial, and analytical skills needed for long-term success in commodities trading.

          • Exposure to multiple energy markets, including Natural Gas, Power, Crude Oil, and Refined Products.
          • Mentorship from experienced traders and opportunities to learn directly from market experts.
          • Hands-on involvement in market analysis, trade execution, and risk management.
          • Experience working across trading, logistics, operations, finance, and risk functions.
          • A pathway to increase commercial responsibility and grow your career within a global merchandising and trading organization.

          Responsibilities

          • Monitor global energy markets and identify trends, risks, and opportunities that impact trading decisions.
          • Support trade execution activities while learning commercial and risk management strategies.
          • Analyze supply and demand fundamentals, market data, geopolitical developments, and macroeconomic trends.
          • Prepare market insights, trading reports, and performance analyses to support decision-making.
          • Partner with risk management teams to monitor positions and ensure compliance with trading limits.
          • Collaborate with logistics, operations, and finance teams to support the successful execution and settlement of trades.
          • Maintain accurate trade, contract, and market records to support daily commercial activities.

          Requirements

          Education: Bachelor Degree in Finance, Economics, Math, Business, Engineering, or related field.

          Experience: Around 2-4 years of experience in energy trading, commodities, or financial markets. Knowledge of Natural Gas, Power, Crude Oil, and Oil Products markets. Experience with Python or SQL is a plus. Experience with multiple trading platforms (ICE, CME Direct, Others).

          Skills

          • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
          • Proficiency with spreadsheet and word-processing software (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
          • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
          • Ability to prioritize multiple tasks to meet strict monthly deadlines.
          • Proactively approaches job duties and potential problems.
          • Detail oriented with strong organizational and documentation skills.
          • Proficiency in Excel.

          Benefits

          • Dynamic and stimulating international environment with outstanding career development opportunities.
          • Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and vision care coverage, flexible spending account plans, employee assistance program, life insurance and disability coverage.
          • 401k with Company Match.
          • Family Friendly Benefits including childbirth and parental leave, fertility and family building benefits.
          • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays.
          • Flexible work available (not applicable to all roles).

          Additional Information

          Equipment Used: Typical office equipment: PC, printer/scanner.

          Working Conditions: Interacts closely with personnel in other departments and Company locations. Interacts closely with middle and senior management personnel. Extensions

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