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 Spanish or French strongly preferred
Key Relationships
Senior Management
Asset Division
Traders
Other business functions (e.g. legal, finance, tax, CHESS, corporate affairs, HR)
About the M&A Team
The Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) team plays a strategic role in supporting the Group’s long-term value creation, contributing meaningfully to overall performance over the past decade. The team works with a strong commercial focus and adopts a private equity mindset in evaluating and executing investment opportunities.
Comprising professionals from diverse national and professional backgrounds, the team effectively supports projects across multiple geographies. Team members are located in key hubs including Geneva, Houston, and Singapore, enabling global coverage and collaboration across time zones.
The M&A team operates with a lean and flat structure, providing early exposure to senior stakeholders, including trading and business leadership. The work environment is dynamic and fast-paced, offering strong opportunities for growth, development, and increased responsibility for high-performing individuals.
Reporting Structure
Reporting directly to the Global Head of M&A
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and take pride in a diverse workforce! We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or handicap, disability, or any other legally protected status.