Financial Trader

Chevron is accepting online applications for the position Financial Traderthrough October 1st, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.

Supply and Trading (S&T) is the commercial link to the market for Upstream and Downstream & Chemicals (DS&C).   S&T applies its knowledge of commodity markets, the well head-to-customer value chain and transportation logistics in the crude, gas, and refined products markets to maximize the value of enterprise assets and enable the commercial success of Upstream and DS&C.  S&T buys, sells, and supplies crude oil, refined products, natural gas, and gas liquids to support Chevron's crude and gas production operations and its refining and marketing network.  S&T integrates enterprise-wide supply and trading capabilities to capture commercial opportunities across the entire value chain through commercial functional excellence.

Traders are responsible for generating earnings through advanced insights into market fundamentals, trade flows, analytics all while managing risk effectively.  The Financial Trading team in Houston trades crude and refined product derivatives and is part of the Global Structure Trading team that participate in the global markets.

We are currently seeking a high-energy professional who is results-focused with sound business and trading acumen to join our dynamic organization as a Financial Trader with a focus on the U.S. based crude and product derivative markets. Candidates must be team players, eager to learn and grow, have an eye for innovation and continuous improvement, and thrive in a team environment. Chevron provides an outstanding culture, inclusive leadership, career opportunities and the tools for success – you bring the Human Energy™!

This position of Financial Trader will be part of a fully integrated team including analysts, and work alongside Chevron’s large crude and refined product physical teams in Houston. 

Responsibilities of this position may include but are not limited to:

• Identify and execute for-profit trades derivative trades in both crude and products
• Develop financial trading strategies on a global, regional, and commodity basis
• Demonstrates strong discipline in position development and risk management
• Work to identify, evaluate and execute structured trading opportunities using futures, swaps, options, etc.
• Engage with industry experts and maintain strong internal and external relationships.
• Holds strong understanding of underlying markets, evaluates trends and shares point of view with other desks
• Provides visible leadership by working with team members in the development of regional and global trading strategies for short to long term time horizons.
• Communicates market strategy, transactions, and positions to the global team and supporting analytical staff
• Ensures all trading activities are conducted within appropriate delegations of authority and conform with Risk Manual Guidelines and controls
• Is considered as subject matter expert within Chevron and the industry in area of responsibility

Required Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of the crude markets
• Bachelor’s degree
• 5+ years of physical trading and/or financial trading in term US crude and/or refined product markets
• Technical analysis experience
• Flexibility and availability to execute 24/7 trading activities
• Team player and ability to work in fast-paced environment
• Firm understanding of risk management
• Excellent communication skills
• Requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Digital mindset and innovative thinker
• Desire to grow in the trading organization
• Believe in getting results the right way

Preferred qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of the refined product markets
• Experience using Right Angle trade capture system

Relocation Options:

Relocation will not be considered.

International Considerations:

Expatriate assignments will not be considered.

Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position.

Regulatory Disclosure for US Positions:

Chevron is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, reproductive health decision-making, military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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