Wheaton Appointed as Deputy Head of Softs at Sucden Financial

LONDON, Sept. 30, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- Sucden Financial, a leading global multi-asset execution, clearing and liquidity provider, has appointed James Wheaton as Deputy Head of Softs. The appointment follows Wheaton’s extensive experience in the agricultural derivatives market, where he served as a Derivatives Broker at Amius Limited, a London-based global trading and commodities firm. Prior to his time at Amius, Wheaton held the role of Assistant Vice President of Softs at StoneX, a company known for its expertise in agricultural derivatives.

Wheaton’s appointment is a significant move for Sucden Financial, as he brings over ten years of front-office experience in the agricultural derivatives market, covering both cleared and over-the-counter (OTC) derivatives. His expertise includes extensive knowledge of multiple trading platforms, which will be instrumental in enhancing Sucden Financial’s capabilities in the soft commodity business.

Sucden Financial, with a history and heritage in commodity futures and options trading, has evolved and diversified to become a leading global multi-asset execution, clearing, and liquidity provider across FX, fixed income, and commodities. Founded in 1973, Sucden Financial has a proven track record of over 50 years in financial markets, supported by its parent, Sucden, one of the world’s leading soft commodity trading groups, while remaining fully independent in its day-to-day operations.

Sucden Financial Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.