PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Motivated and aspiring commodities Trading Assistant / Junior Trader with a targeted focus on energy markets and a dedication to leveraging AI to unlock market insights from data. Achieved top 3 place in competitive trading simulations on actual platforms used in the Industry. Have a strong foundation in financial markets trading, strategy development and risk management gained through a highly tailored apprenticeship which led to a Level 6 Diploma (equivalent to a Bachelors) that I passed with a Distinction. I bring resilience, discipline, and a team-oriented mindset to a trading team gained from rugby and athletics championships. Excited to bring this commitment and technical expertise to a trading institution.

KEY SKILLS

Commodities Trading: Proficient in trading commodities with simulation experience in managing long and short positions on near- and far-end contracts. Skilled in identifying pricing trends, optimizing timing, and executing risk management strategies, particularly in energy sectors.

Prompt Engineering for AI in Trading: Developing focused prompt engineering skills to leverage AI to unlock insights from data, improve decision making and enhance automation across core functions.

Sentiment Analysis: Leveraging AI for sentiment analysis focusing on global geopolitical factors, economic indicators, supply chain and inventory level analysis and gauge the general sentiment from market analysts, financial news and investor sentiments with a goal of applying data-driven strategies in trading.

Python: Learnt python and now developing skills to use it with large data sets.

Sports-Driven Resilience: Background as an athletics champion and experience in competitive rugby, football and basketball have instilled discipline, resilience, and a results- oriented approach that aligns with the fast-paced trading environment.