ADM unlocks the power of nature to enrich the quality of life. We’re a premier global human and animal nutrition company, delivering solutions today with an eye to the future.

We’re blazing new trails in health and well-being as our scientists develop groundbreaking products to support healthier living. We’re a cutting-edge innovator leading the way to a new future of plant-based consumer and industrial solutions to replace petroleum-based products.

We’re an unmatched agricultural supply chain manager and processor, providing food security by connecting local needs with global capabilities.

And we’re a leader in sustainability, scaling across entire value chains to help decarbonize our industry and safeguard our planet. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional and sustainability challenges of today and tomorrow.

Your responsibilities

An opportunity has arisen for a Trainee Risk Analyst within the Risk Department in the City of London to assist and support the Electronic Trading Risk Manager with the daily/monthly/yearly business operations, combined with specific Market Risk duties, whilst maintaining a high level of professionalism to succeed in a fast paced environment all working within ADMISI’s core business values and Risk Framework.

The main duties of this role will include:

  • Review client accounts and distribute margin calls & account summary’s to clients/desks
  • Prepare, review and distribute daily Risk reports to Senior Management
  • Ensure optimal delivery of daily risk reports
  • Real-time risk monitoring of clients P&L to facilitate intraday margin calls
  • Maintenance of the intraday monitoring system contract specification and sector mappings
  • Analysis of intraday margin calls from exchanges
  • Assess client electronic trading platform limits/leverages against account values
  • Running daily and monthly reporting/tasks
  • Ensure trading platforms are complete with regards to product mappings and positions feeds
  • Verification of client payments and adjust electronic platforms accordingly
  • Assess financial impact of Position Transfers on client accounts
  • Escalation of issues to Department Managers
  • Maintain departmental procedures and improve Risk processes where applicable
  • Work on ad hoc projects
  • Maintain databases as required
  • Adhere to ADMISI Risk Management Framework
  • Assist with preparation and presenting of the weekly Market Risk meeting to senior management
  • Performing stress tests on client portfolios
  • Engage with front/back office, clients and exchanges
  • Participate in a shift pattern to ensure effective cover of risk function

Your profile

The successful candidate will possess the following:

  • High standard level of education with good qualifications
  • Knowledge and understanding of major derivatives instruments, FX, Equities and commodity sectors
  • Microsoft Excel - advanced preferable
  • SQL, Python and VBA experience preferable but not essential
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solver/Decision maker
  • Team player
  • Reliable

Your future perspective

  • Challenging tasks, short decision-making processes and a high level of personal responsibility in a modern work environment with flexible work time models
  • Room for innovative thinking and growth with the possibility to manage your own career path.
  • A company culture which promotes continuous learning and diversity.  To assist with this all colleagues are able to join our Women’s and Multicultural Employee Resource Groups, and the ADM Pride Employee Network and the Young Professionals Network.  As well as the company wide mentorship programme as mentor or mentee.
  • Excellent career opportunities in a world leading nutrition company.
  • An attractive remuneration including a variety of social benefits like subsidised health & fitness offers.
  • ADM is a company where managers and colleagues are encouraged to discuss and enable the flexibility that is needed to meet the demands of work and life
  • Additional benefits and support for maternity and paternity leave

ADM are an advocate of having a workforce who are aware of their mental health.  In addition to our network of Mental Health First Aiders, all new starters to the business will be enrolled in ‘Mental Health Aware’ training within three months of joining the business

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and value diversity at our company to encourage a diverse range of perspectives, skills, experience and knowledge within our business. 

To assist with this the Company has established a UK Diversity forum to support participation of underrepresented groups in the work place.  If you feel this job is for you, unlock your potential and apply now online informing us about your earliest possible entry date and salary expectation. By applying for this position, you agree to ADM’s privacy notice.

#IncludingYou

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career.

We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide.

With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company.

Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over.