Portfolio Manager, Commodities

Newport Beach, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Investment Management, Financial Services, CommoditiesIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, demonstrating strong academic credentials, and a minimum of five years of successful experience and deep knowledge in Natural Gas or Petroleum markets at a prominent buy-side or sell-side institution. Prior experience in risk sizing, trade execution, and portfolio management is helpful, although not essential; the candidate will receive support in developing these skills. Strong quantitative skills with knowledge of statistics, mathematics, computer science, and economics are a plus, as are programming skills, particularly in Python. Good communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate research results and ideas are also required.

Responsibilities

The Portfolio Manager will work with the MD and team to develop trade ideas based on fundamental and structural analysis in US or International Natural Gas or Petroleum markets. They will be responsible for articulating a potential edge, particularly if lacking direct risk experience, and for respecting, listening to, and collaborating effectively with colleagues and clients. The role requires creativity in problem-solving, strong attention to detail, and an ability to succeed in a high-intensity environment, along with a low ego, good sense of humor, emotional maturity, and humility to accept developmental feedback.