Broker Trainee

Group Overview

The TP ICAP Group is a world leading provider of market infrastructure.

Our purpose is to provide clients with access to global financial and commodities markets, improving price discovery, liquidity, and distribution of data, through responsible and innovative solutions.

Through our people and technology, we connect clients to superior liquidity and data solutions.

The Group is home to a stable of premium brands. Collectively, TP ICAP is the largest interdealer broker in the world by revenue, the number one Energy & Commodities broker in the world, the world’s leading provider of OTC data, and an award winning all-to-all trading platform.

The Group operates from more than 60 offices in 27 countries. We are 5,300 people strong. We work as one to achieve our vision of being the world’s most trusted, innovative, liquidity and data solutions specialist.

ICAP

ICAP, part of TP ICAP group, provides a wide variety of execution and information services to wholesale market participants.

We offer broking services covering a wide range of asset classes, including Commodities, Credit, Equities, FX, Money Market Funds and Rates.

For each asset class, ICAP offers e-trading capability, giving clients the option to enter prices and execute trades directly via one of our hybrid electronic trading systems, or to engage with brokers who can identify and negotiate trades

Role Overview

ICAP is seeking a bright, intellectually curious and enthusiastic graduate to join its Energy & Commodities business in the Durham / Chapel Hill area of North Carolina. This is a distinctive and unique opportunity to begin a career in commodities broking while building your professional future locally in North Carolina. You will learn directly from experienced brokers and the traders they serve, develop a deep understanding of energy markets and quickly take on responsibility in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment.

Your career path

Our intention is not to train you to support brokers indefinitely. It is to develop you into a broker with the market knowledge, commercial judgement and client relationships to build a long-term career in this product. Development is expected to progress from trainee responsibilities into broking tasks and, with sustained performance, broader and more senior broking responsibilities. Progression will be informed by demonstrated market knowledge, relationship building, judgement, execution quality, contribution to the desk and, over time, revenue production.

Role Responsibilities:

• Learn how physical and financial energy markets work, including the products traded and the role of a broker within those markets.
• Build understanding of price discovery and what moves and drives commodity markets.
• Develop understanding of trading and market analysis.
• Learn negotiation skills and execution strategies.
• Monitor markets, financial news, identifying potential trading opportunities and strategies.
• Support accurate and timely trade capture, record keeping and resolution of trade queries.
• Work alongside experienced brokers to provide reliable client coverage by telephone, messaging and face to face.
• Support the desk with daily activities as requested.
• Over time, take on increasing client responsibility and develop the skills and relationships required to build your own client base.
• Promote TP ICAP Group.

Experience / Competences:

Essential

• Proficient mathematics demonstrated by strong academic achievement (e.g. High School Diploma). Strong quantitative aptitude and confidence working with numbers are essential.
• Strong Excel skills (advanced formulas, pivot tables, Power Query).
• No prior commodities or financial services experience is required, although candidates should demonstrate a genuine interest in financial markets and the broader economy.
• High level of computer competence.
• Hard working and willingness to learn.
• Resilient - ability to work effectively in a high-pressure environment, can keep emotions under control in difficult situations.
• Build relationships and networks with both internally and externally wherever possible.
• Naturally inquisitive to seek out answers, develop and grow.
• Attention to detail.
• Team player, demonstrating ability to work effectively with others.
• Values Differences - recognizes the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
• Works ethically and shows respect for both professional and company values.

Desired

• Coding ability (Python, VBA, SQL, or similar) desired.
• Bachelor’s degree required or expected by the full-time start date. Candidates from business, finance, economics, mathematics, energy and statistics are encouraged to apply.
• Experience working in Financial Services and/or understanding of the Energy asset class.

Role Band & Level

• Professional, 4

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Not The Perfect Fit?

Concerned that you may not meet the criteria precisely? At TP ICAP, we wholeheartedly believe in fostering inclusivity and cultivating a work environment where everyone can flourish, regardless of your personal or professional background. If you are enthusiastic about this role but find that your experience doesn't align perfectly with every aspect of the job description, we strongly encourage you to apply. You may be the ideal candidate for this position or another opportunity within our organisation. Our dedicated Talent Acquisition team is here to assist you in recognising how your unique skills and abilities can be a valuable contribution. Don't hesitate to take the leap and explore the possibilities. Your potential is what truly matters to us.

Company Statement

We know that the best innovation happens when diverse people with different perspectives and skills work together in an inclusive atmosphere. That's why we're building a culture where everyone plays a part in making people feel welcome, ready and willing to contribute. TP ICAP Accord - our Employee Network - is a central to this. As well as representing specific groups, TP ICAP Accord helps increase awareness, collaboration, shares best practice, and holds our firm to account for driving continuous cultural improvement.

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