Role Overview
We are looking for a senior commodity derivatives trader to lead the long side of our Commodity Long/Short strategy, with a clear pathway to independently managing a full-scale commodity long/short fund.
This is a front-office, P&L-accountable; role with end-to-end ownership of trade ideas, portfolio construction, risk management and investment outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the development and implementation of the long-side strategy across commodity markets.
Generate and evaluate high-conviction trade ideas across futures, options and spreads.
Take full ownership of position sizing, portfolio construction, risk management and P&L.;
Develop investment views by synthesising macro, fundamental and technical factors.
Clearly articulate the thesis behind each trade, key risks, invalidation points and its role within the overall portfolio.
Build and scale the strategy independently, with a high degree of ownership and limited handholding.
Monitor market developments, portfolio exposures and risk on an ongoing basis.
Over time,



take ownership of the broader Commodity Long/Short strategy and progress towards a leadership and investor-facing role.
Experience & Qualifications
7–10 years of relevant experience in commodity derivatives trading.
Strong experience across futures, options and spreads.
Experience across one or more commodity segments such as energy, bullion, metals or agriculture.
Demonstrable and verifiable, attributable trading track record.
Strong understanding of MCX/NCDEX and global commodity benchmarks including COMEX, ICE and LME.
Understanding of the Indian regulatory environment, including SEBI regulations and exchange margin frameworks, would be an advantage.
Graduate/postgraduate degree from a premier institute such as IIT, IIM, ISB, NIT or a global equivalent.
Core Competencies
Strong independent and structured thinking.
Ability to develop investment frameworks and translate them into actionable trades.
Solid analytical and quantitat

📌 Senior Commodity Derivatives Trader (Mumbai)
🏢 Alpha Alternatives
📍 Mumbai