Associate - M&A and Assets

Main Purpose:

We are looking for a candidate at the Associate level to support management of the Group’s Operating Assets in Asia Pacific and M&A transactions.

The Operating Asset Division is responsible for creating value from existing and new Assets, in service of the Trading Divisions. The Division will optimize use of capital, generate capital growth, maximize cash yield, and develop strong resilience within the portfolios. The candidate will be capable to assist on tasks including business planning, project analysis (capital investment, new business lines / geographies) and strategy.

The M&A team is directly involved across the breadth of operations of the Trafigura group of companies and responsible for investments related to oil and gas, metals and minerals, renewables, power and carbon (in each case, production, processing / refining, trading and distribution); as well as energy and transport infrastructure (including terminals, pipelines, rail and shipping). The candidate will be capable with respect to the analysis, structuring, negotiation and execution of larger and more complex transactions, while at the same time maintaining responsibility for and leading on smaller transactions.

The M&A team and Operating Asset Division work closely and are jointly responsible for all material assets owned by Trafigura throughout their lifecycle from identification / origination of new opportunities, acquisition, performance management and value creation during our ownership and ultimate exit.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities, Key Responsibilities:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• 3-5 years of experience in a M&A team in a corporate, trading house / physical commodities company or investment bank (ideally having originally trained in a banking environment)

• Strong understanding of one or more of the oil, gas, metals, bulks, infrastructure, power, renewables and energy transition sectors

• Relevant M&A experience, including working on completed transactions, in one of the above markets is essential

• Ultimately one would be expected to become a “generalist” across all areas where Trafigura is operating

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting senior M&A team members with respect to larger transactions encompassing origination, financial analysis, due diligence, negotiation of transaction documents, internal stakeholder management and approvals, execution, signing-to-close and post-completion integration

• Taking the lead and managing smaller and less complex deals (both with business development and M&A)

• Supporting the Operating Asset Division with respect to our existing assets, including business planning, project analysis and strategy

Competencies

Technical & Analytical Proficiency

• Advanced financial modelling, valuation, and analytical skills essential for investment evaluation and decision-making

• Ability to lead end-to-end transaction management, including screening, evaluation, structuring, internal approvals, negotiation, financing, and execution

• Degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Economics, Finance, or related business discipline

Communication & Stakeholder Management

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; confident presenter in internal and external settings

• Proven ability to originate transactions through a professional network and present investment cases to senior stakeholders

• Skilled in building strong internal relationships across functional areas including trading, legal, tax, corporate finance, and analytics

Execution & Organizational Capabilities

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of handling multiple priorities simultaneously

• Demonstrates initiative, self-confidence, and sound judgment under pressure in fast-paced environments

• Strong team player with collaborative mindset

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to travel regularly to engage with buyers, sellers, investors, and strategic partners

• Fluent in written and spoken English

• Additional fluency in other languages will be viewed positively

Key Relationships and Department Overview:

• Senior Management

• Asset Division

• M&A

• Traders

• Other business functions (e.g. legal, finance, tax, CHESS, corporate affairs, HR)