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Junior Sales Trader

Posted 17 Nov 2024
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OTC Flow continues its journey towards becoming the market leader in the environmental commodity sector. We are actively seeking junior sales traders to join our expanding sales trading team based in Amsterdam.

About us

OTC Flow is a leading environmental commodity trading company with offices in Amsterdam and Paris. We provide trading liquidity in a broad range of financial-environmental instruments. Our mission is to provide our global partners with access to renewable energy markets and to assist them in achieving their sustainability goals in an informed and intelligent way. Our network of partners is ever-growing and includes key players in the industrial, (semi)-governmental, and utility space.

About the role

In your role as a sales trader, your main focus is to build your own client portfolio and provide strategic trade solutions to support your clients in meeting their environmental compliance objectives. You will actively engage in outreach and prospecting through cold calling and client meetings. Working closely with experienced sales traders and being supported with a variety of training sessions, along with close engagement in your professional development, OTC Flow enables your growth in knowledge and skills to become successful in this field.

Main responsibilities

  • Proactively build your client portfolio through direct prospecting via cold calling and networking;
  • Communicate with clients through phone, online and face-to-face meetings to understand their business needs;
  • Identify trade opportunities and support in executing them;
  • Serve as the primary source of information for your contacts;
  • Provide daily pricing and insights to market actors through messaging systems;
  • Monitor markets and stay updated on financial news and developments;
  • Stay informed about the products being traded and current on new products and procedures;
  • Be responsible for achieving your own revenue (PnL) target;
  • Promote OTC Flow’s services to increase the company’s market share.

About you

  • At least a Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, or a related field;
  • Experience in B2B sales, brokerage, 360 recruitment, business development, account management, or similar client-facing roles;
  • Native-level proficiency in one of the Nordic languages; excellent communication in English is required;
  • Firm interest in financial markets and commodities;
  • Proactive, resilient, and comfortable working in a high-pressure fast-paced environment;
  • Strong communication and negotiation skills, commercial attitude and entrepreneurial spirit;
  • Dedicated to achieving high targets early in your professional career.

What we offer

  • A fast-growing, international working environment in the heart of Amsterdam;
  • A young and ambitious team with a strong focus on success;
  • Competitive remuneration, including a bonus scheme;
  • Based on your performance in the first 6 months, we intend to offer you an indefinite position, including a salary increase;
  • Opportunities to attend international events and conferences;
  • A reward program with opportunities to receive exciting events and prizes;
  • Daily team lunch, snacks, and drinks provided;
  • Commute expenses covered (public transport/Swap-bicycle plan etc.);
  • 25 vacation days per year;
  • Besides our aim for success, we invest in training, team events such as (sport) activities, and annual company trips.

What's next

If we have just described your profile, don't miss out on this opportunity.

The recruitment process is as follows:

  • Submit your application with your CV;
  • We will get to know you better through a pre-screening call with our recruitment officer.
  • We will invite you for 1-2 interviews.

Please note that sometimes there are slight changes to this process.

We believe in the strength of our diverse team and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can grow – together as a company, in teams, and as individuals. That's why we carefully consider all job applicants, fostering a culture that embraces everyone.

OTC FLOW is a leading market maker for environmental commodities. We provide liquidity and show prices in virtually all European environmental commodities for the institutional market.
Our services range from simple spot trades to providing structured solutions. The key to our success is our entrepreneurial mindset and our market expertise.

Finance & Banking
Amsterdam
Active in 12 countries
78 employees
70% men - 30% women
Average age is 26 years