Commodity Settlements Review

Commodity settlements - I invoice and settle trades of commodities like Oil, Copper and Milk. I have to talk with many different teams in London, America and Mumbai daily as well as talking to clients for confirmation and other things. Each day, I carry out tasks like invoicing etc. but also different issues that come in.

I have improved my organisation skills and time management - I have to be able to juggle many tasks at once and remember all the different details for each issue to ensure I fix it correctly. I have also improved my communication skills, not just interpersonal, but also via emails and phone calls which are more professional and concise.

I really enjoy this programme and really believe in it's ability to make you, as an individual, grow and develop. You have real life training and experiences as well as the educational qualification that you can not necessarily get together during university. You are constantly supported and encouraged by the team/floor & company which further helps you thrive. It is not the easy option either - it is very hard work as you have a full time job and you must study as well but it is worth it for the results and experience you get.

I feel very valued - not only by the Early Careers team but my work team constantly support me and value my work. JP Morgan itself is a very supportive company that wants to see its employees grow and develop and be a better individual so very much values us.

Very organised - we have a 2 week induction course which teaches and informs us of the company and the schemes and other details. We are constantly trained and supported by our team and also online courses are provided to help develop our knowledge. We also have constant support around us in our team, 1:2:1s with our mentors or managers as well.

Lots of support - a very helpful team.

A lot of support is provided by team.

Very well - I am able to pay rent and support myself each month with no issue.

Many opportunities - My department is very social and we often have events which allow you to get to know more people etc. There are also groups outside of your team that you can join, like the 'Green Team' which I am part of where we strive to make a greener environment at our campus.

Yes

Because it is a very fulfilling, enjoyable, supportive and kind environment where everyone is able to be successful and grow as an individual.

As cheesy as it sounds, be yourself. JP Morgan is looking for individuals with character, drive and something unique. The application process is hard and there are many stages including an intense insight evening to the video interviews. I was told, and I was very grateful for it, that it will take a few months to settle in, with the role and responsibilities - you're not expected to know everything from the start!!