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HEAD OF COMMODITIES & INDICES FUTURES TRADINGPosition OverviewThe Head of Commodities & Indices Futures is a senior leadership role responsible for directional trading across global commodity futures and equity indices, spanning precious metals (gold, silver), energy (crude oil, natural gas), soft commodities (cocoa, coffee, sugar), industrial metals (copper), and equity indices (S&P 500, NASDAQ, DAX, Nikkei, etc.). This role demands expert-level understanding of supply/demand fundamentals, geopolitical drivers, technical structure analysis, and execution across multiple asset classes simultaneously. The Head will manage intraday, short-term swing, and long-term swing strategies, mentor commodity analysts, and maintain strict adherence to SOPs.Core Responsibilities1. Directional Trading Across Commodities & IndicesExecute directional trades across a diversified commodity and index universe:Precious Metals: Gold (XAUUSD), Silver (XAGUSD)Energy: WTI Crude Oil, Natural Gas (Henry Hub)Soft Commodities: Cocoa, Coffee, SugarIndustrial Metals: CopperGlobal Indices: S&P 500 futures, NASDAQ-100, DJIA, DAX, FTSE 100, Nikkei 225, ASX 200, and other liquid equity indicesManage three distinct trading strategies adapted to commodity/indices volatility profiles:Short-Term Swing Trading: Identify 2–3 weekly positions (2–3 day holds) Long-Term Swing Trading: Plan 1–2 week directional positionsOperate across global trading hours (Asian commodity opens for energy, 24-hour gold trading, US index hours, equity index hours by region)Adapt thesis continuously across intraday, intraweek, and intramonth timeframes based on supply shocks, macro catalysts, and technical structure2. Expert Technical Analysis Across Commodity & Indices MarketsDemonstrate expert-level mastery of:Technical Analysis Framework: Market structure identification (higher highs/lower lows), liquidity mapping, fair value gaps (FVGs), liquidation levels, order blocks, and breaker blocksTime-Price-Opportunity (TPO) Analysis: Critical for commodities; identify value areas (VAH/VAL), point of control (POC), and support/resistance persistence through volume profile analysisMulti-Timeframe Validation: Establish weekly trend anchors, daily structure, 4-hour swing points, and 1-hour entry zones before the session opensMoving Average Ribbons: SMA 20, 50, 100, 200 for trend regime and momentum identification across commodity chartsFibonacci Analysis: Retracements (0.382, 0.50, 0.618) in range-bound markets; extensions (1.27, 1.618, 2.0) for projected targets in breakoutsCandlestick Patterns & Price Action: Pattern recognition adapted to commodity volatility (commodity charts often show more dramatic reversals than FX)Volume & Spread Analysis: Critical for commodities; identify volume concentration on directional moves vs. accumulation/distribution; track contract rollover impacts on spread dynamics3. Commodity-Specific Fundamental AnalysisConduct expert-level fundamental analysis for each commodity complex:Gold: Monitor inflation expectations, real yield environment, USD strength, geopolitical risk appetite, central bank reserve accumulation, jewellery/industrial demand, mining productionSilver: Track above gold drivers plus industrial demand (solar, electronics, medical), jewellery demand, supply constraintsCrude Oil: OPEC production decisions, inventory reports (EIA/API), geopolitical disruptions, refinery utilisation, global demand signals, seasonal patternsNatural Gas: Seasonal heating/cooling demand, inventory levels (EIA), LNG exports, renewable energy competition, weather patternsSoft Commodities: Weather patterns, planting reports, harvest cycles, export dynamics by country, geopolitical supply disruptions, currency impacts (commodity prices priced in USD)Copper: Global manufacturing PMI, construction activity, electrical demand, supply constraints, geopolitical producer risk (Chile, Peru, DRC), real estate cyclesEquity Indices: Macro drivers (Fed policy, earnings seasons, sector rotation, macro growth expectations, geopolitical risk, technical breakouts of key support/resistance levels)Real-Time Supply/Demand Integration: Rapidly assess how supply shocks, weather events, policy changes, or demand signals affect directional trading thesisReject technically sound trades if fundamental factors contradict directional thesis (e.g., gold bounce rejected if real yields make new highs; oil break higher rejected if demand signals weaken)4. Cross-Asset Correlation & Macro Context AnalysisUnderstand correlation dynamics across the commodity complex and indices:Gold has a negative correlation with USD strength and real yieldsOil correlation with USD, real rates, risk sentimentPrecious metals correlation with crisis/flight-to-safety flowsEquity indices correlate with Fed policy, earnings expectations, and macro growthSoft commodities correlated with weather, currency moves, and policy disruptionAssess how policy decisions (Fed rate changes, inflation data, trade policy) affect all asset classes simultaneouslyIdentify cross-asset divergences signalling trading opportunities (e.g., gold rising while indices falling = risk-off, or indices rising with gold falling = growth reassurance)5. Trade Plan Development & Execution ProtocolGenerate executable trade plans meeting exact specifications:Present trade plans in standard template format (200 words maximum)6. Risk Management & Position OversightSize positions according to commodity volatility (gold typically has wider stops than silver; oil is more volatile than natural gas)Manage contract rollovers for futures; monitor open interest and liquidity transitions7. Continuous Watchlist Management & Opportunity ScoutingMaintain an active asset watchlist across commodities and indices (organised by complex: metals, energy, softs, industrial, indices)Conduct a minimum of three watchlist scans per trading shift:Monitor new level formation, momentum shifts, and volatility changesTrack economic calendar catalysts (USDA reports for softs, EIA energy data, NFP/inflation for indices, etc.)Assess session transitions (Asian commodity opens → London energy/metal opens → US index opens)Monitor geopolitical developments affecting energy/metals supplyIdentify breakouts of multi-day/multi-week structuresScouting frequency: Every 2–3 hours during shift; additional scans during high-volatility periodsIdentify high-probability setups before the market opens (pre-market analysis phase). Present new opportunities in a standard format with manager approval before execution.8. Strategic Planning & Session OptimisationLead weekend planning sessions (Friday/Sunday evening, 30–60 minutes):Scan all 30–35 assets for 3–5 high-probability swing opportunitiesDocument pre-identified entry zones, stops, and targets for weekly executionPreview the upcoming week's economic calendar; assess major releases (USDA, EIA, NFP, earnings) impactIdentify contract rollovers or expiration dates; plan position managementAssess seasonal patterns (energy, softs, weather-dependent commodities)Identify optimal trading windows for highest conviction opportunities (metal opens, US index opens, energy data releases)Adapt strategy based on volatility regime, liquidity conditions, and market phase (range-bound, trending, news-driven)Required QualificationsExperience (Mandatory)Minimum 7–10+ years in commodities, commodities futures Analyst (or Equivalent) roles.Proven directional trading track record across multiple commodity classes (precious metals, energy, softs, industrial metals) and equity indicesDemonstrated expertise in global commodities analysis and supply/demand fundamentalsExperience trading intraday, short-term swing, and long-term swing positions on commodity futures and spot marketsInstitutional trading desk background (hedge fund specialising in commodities, commodity trading house, proprietary trading firm, or investment bank commodities desk)Specific experience trading S&P 500 futures, equity index contracts, and commodity futures contractsTechnical Expertise (As Explained above)Fundamental & Macro Analysis (As Explained above)Analytical & Communication SkillsExceptional technical writing and verbal clarity: Explain complex commodity trades in 1–2 sentencesInstitutional-level presentation standards: Precise specifications, zero ambiguity, standard template adherenceQuantitative analysis skills: P&L calculation, win rate analysis, risk/reward assessment, multi-asset performance metricsEducational BackgroundBachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Geology, Physics, Mathematics, or related quantitative field (minimum). Advanced certifications valued: CFA (particularly Level II+), FRM, or commodities-trading-specific certificationsDomain expertise in commodity fundamentals (geopolitics, supply chains, energy, agriculture) is highly valued.Personal AttributesDisciplined execution: Non-negotiable adherence to hard stops, entry zones, and SOP protocolsAnalytical mindset: Data-driven decision-making; process-focused rather than outcome-biasedMacro awareness: Continuous monitoring of global macro drivers, policy changes, and their commodity market impactProactive engagement: Continuous monitoring, scouting, and opportunity identification without promptingTechnology proficiency: Fluent with trading platforms, charting software, futures trading systems, API integration, analytical toolsAdaptability: Comfortable trading across vastly different asset classes (metals, energy, softs, indices) and timeframesCompensation & Benefits StructureBase CompensationSalary Range: Up to 20% increment from the last drawn salary after verification. (based on experience, track record, and location)Performance bonuses tied to the end-of-year P&L targetsReporting StructureReports directly to: MDContact: saif@Please feel free to share your resume, cover letter, previous performance, and track record here.