Job Group Capability

Trading

Job Group

Trading

Job Role Description

Executes and manages derivatives transactions to net hedging positions for a defined group of traders. Operates within established guidelines to ensure alignment with commercial strategies and compliance with all relevant controls. This role does not trade physical commodities or take Point-of-View (POV) positions

Job Role Responsibilities

Execute net hedge positions by placing derivative buy / sell orders on approved exchanges and / or with approved brokers[note: still trade brokered markets in some places] in collaboration with the trading team and book lead
Manage netting of hedge positions for assigned traders, ensuring alignment with commercial strategies and risk controls
Conduct derivatives trading activities in strict compliance with ExxonMobil guidelines and regulatory requirements
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of commodity exchange practices, regulations, and standard industry contracting norms
Build and sustain relationships with brokers, Risk, and trading team members to support efficient execution
Ensure accurate documentation of all derivative [note: can also be physical forwards] trade transactions and contracts throughout the strategy life cycle in relevant systems
Evaluate and recommend hedge execution strategies in close coordination with the lead trader and Risk

Functional Skills

Energy Risk Analysis & Mitigation

Financial Markets Execution

Market Pricing Mechanisms

Energy Commodity & Derivative Trading

Negotiation

Quantitative & Technical Trading Analysis