Options Broker (for various commodities options markets) Dubai, Geneva, London or Singapore

We deliver best-in-class performance in our Futures division (CFL). We offer comprehensive FFA (Forward Freight Agreement) and specialist commodity derivative broking services to shipping companies, banks, investment houses and other institutions seeking to manage freight exposure by increasing or reducing risk. We evaluate a client’s total portfolio of contracts identify the market and counterparty risks and help them in their decision to adopt bespoke risk management solutions. Discover more at

Clarksons Futures Limited (CFL) is a part of Clarksons PLC, a leading provider of maritime services, including broking, finance, port services and research, Clarksons is at the heart of global shipping. Our unrivalled reach, expertise, and depth of experience, combined with leading research, enables us to partner with clients across every sector to meet the demands of the world’s rapidly evolving maritime, offshore, trade and energy markets. Building on our unique heritage and harnessing our insights to see further, faster, we work with our clients and communities to create strategies that have a positive impact on the industry and the world around us. Dedicated to excellence, it’s our people that drive success for our clients.

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Role Summary

Due to continued growth and expansion, we are pleased to hear from experienced Options Brokers interested in joining our teams across various offices including Dubai, Geneva, London or Singapore. You should have at least 3 years+ options broking experience within commodity markets such as (but not limited to): Iron Ore, Metals, Ferrous, Gas, Energy and more.

What you’ll be doing

• Price, structure, negotiate, and arrange options trades in line with client objectives.
• Build, grow, and maintain strong relationships with clients and prospects, acting as a trusted advisor.
• Monitor volatility, market movements, and industry developments to identify trading opportunities.
• Manage the full trade lifecycle, including negotiation, execution, and post‑trade follow‑up.
• Develop new business opportunities through proactive outreach, networking, and market intelligence.
• Identify and introduce new clients to the market, maintaining strong professional relationships.
• Conduct ongoing market, commodity, and freight analysis to generate commercially relevant insights.
• Assist with due diligence and the onboarding/approval of new clients and brokerage agreements.
• Maintain accurate trade records and ensure full compliance with regulatory, legal, and internal requirements.
• Apply strong risk awareness, identifying and escalating potential issues appropriately.
• Collaborate closely with global broking teams, analysts, and support functions to deliver integrated client service.
• Travel and attending client social events where required.
• Additional / ad hoc duties as required to meet the needs of the business.

What we’re looking for

We welcome applications from candidates who share our Company Values and key attributes, as follows:

• Qualified - holding all the necessary regulatory registrations required for the role, including compulsory examinations.
• Fit and proper – having the requisite honesty, integrity, reputation, competence and financial soundness.
• Integrity and respect – acting thoughtfully and ethically to do the right thing in accordance with Conduct Rules, and to promote and foster a respectful work environment for all.
• Drive – self‑motivation and the desire and commitment to succeed, deliver excellence and make positive change.
• Relationship building – excellent communicator to effectively build strong, long‑lasting relationships with colleagues, clients and others.
• Collaboration – working well with others across diverse backgrounds to share information, develop skills and deliver results.
• Resilience - persisting and adapting to changing or difficult situations, and adopting a positive and focused approach.
• Smart - problem-solving and analytical abilities, with a curious and inquisitive mind, and an openness to new ideas.

Other requirements

• 3 years+ experience of options broking within commodity markets such as (but not limited to): iron ore, metals, ferrous, gas, energy etc.
• Excellent communicator, client focused and personable, able to build strong relationships
• Strong commercial judgement with excellent negotiation skills
• Confident and thrives in a dynamic fast‑paced environment
• Excellent attention to detail, strong analytical and numeracy skills
• Self‑motivated and proactive approach to work, and able to work autonomously

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