We’re working with a growing global trading house that’s expanding its footprint in bulk commodities. As part of their strategic growth in Dubai, they’re looking to bring on an experienced Physical Coal Trader to drive third-party and back-to-back trading activity across seaborne thermal and met coal markets.
You’ll be responsible for originating and executing physical coal trades (both thermal and coking/met), managing relationships with producers, traders, and end-users across Asia, MENA, and Europe. The focus is on 3rd party flows, managing full PnL, building optionality, and capturing arbitrage opportunities.
Responsibilities:
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Originate and execute physical coal trades (thermal and metallurgical), with a focus on back-to-back and third-party flows
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Manage relationships with miners, utilities, steel producers, shipping providers, and trading counterparts
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Monitor global coal markets, freight dynamics, and supply/demand fundamentals to identify trading opportunities
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Structure, negotiate, and close deals with commercial, contractual, and logistical oversight
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Collaborate with operations, risk, and finance to ensure seamless execution and PnL accuracy
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Build and grow a global portfolio leveraging the firm’s platform and balance sheet
Requirements:
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Minimum 3 years of experience in physical coal trading, ideally with exposure to both thermal and met coal
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Proven track record in PnL generation from third-party/back-to-back deals
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Strong network of global suppliers and end-users
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Solid understanding of chartering, logistics, and contractual terms (Incoterms, coal specs, etc.)
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Entrepreneurial mindset and ability to scale a book independently
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Based in or open to relocating to Dubai