Risk and Market Analyst

About Us

At the heart of global supply, Trafigura connects vital resources to power and build the world. Through our Metals and Minerals, Oil & Petroleum Products and Gas, Power and Renewables, commercial divisions, we use infrastructure, logistics and financing to connect producers and consumers, using our deep understanding of the markets we serve to make supply more efficient, secure and sustainable.

We are accelerating our investments in renewable energy, including hydrogen, ammonia and other low-carbon energy technologies required for the transition to a low carbon future. We are committed to responsible business practices and we work with our stakeholders to improve environmental and social standards, bringing greater trust and transparency to global supply chains.

A career at Trafigura offers a gateway to working on some of the most exciting challenges of a rapidly changing world – from helping to optimise supply chains to developing infrastructure and new markets. In a culture that is founded on openness and energy, our people work as part of a multinational, globally connected team and thrive in a fast-paced environment where they can nurture and commercialise bold ideas. Everyone has a voice and is empowered to collaborate across geographies and disciplines to help shape our business and the wider world. We know the importance and value of diversity in our business and we invest in attracting, developing and retaining talent from all backgrounds.

Founded in 1993, Trafigura is one of the largest independent employee-owned commodities groups in the world with over 12,000 people working across more than 60 offices. The Trafigura Group owns global multi-metals producer Nyrstar; fuel storage and distribution company Puma Energy; and joint ventures Impala Terminals, a port and logistics provider, and Nalo Renewables, investing in wind, solar and battery storage projects.

Key Responsibilities

Various platforms provide the core structure for data capture used for reporting purposes. Managing data integrity within our systems is critical, as it provides the base information for PnL and exposure analysis. A strong understanding of physical deal economics and their key components (freight, demurrage, finance, hedging, pricing) is essential, as one of the core responsibilities is the accurate setup of inception profit and loss (PnL).

Once the inception PnL has been established and agreed with the commercial team, daily changes in PnL and exposure driven by underlying market conditions, deal economics, basis risk, and mark-to-market valuations are analyzed. Based on this analysis, a daily variance commentary is produced. The development of forward curves to mark positions to market is also a key element of the reporting process, which requires a strong understanding of market fundamentals, trends, and structures in the markets being monitored.

Other key responsibilities include ensuring that all basis risk and volumetric positions are accurate, that appropriate hedging and pricing actions are taken to mitigate the company's risk, and that all trade executions are correctly allocated within the trading system.

The reconciliation of all estimates used in PnL with final invoice values ensures that trading PnL is finalized and aligned with statutory requirements. This information is then used to drive trade ledgers in the statutory accounts. The role also places a strong emphasis on the continuous review and enhancement of processes and systems to improve the accuracy and timeliness of reporting.

While a wide range of skills is required to perform the role at the highest level, the position offers exposure to every facet of physical metals and bulk trading, enabling the successful candidate to gain the knowledge required to progress to higher levels of responsibility. The role actively encourages experience across different business functions and departments, allowing candidates to intuitively assess changing circumstances and their impact on trading PnL, and to develop a deep understanding of the industry.

Knowledge and Skills

• Excellent communication skills

• Knowledge of metals and minerals transactional instruments (desirable)

• In-depth knowledge of logistics and deal economics related to metals and minerals transactions (a plus)

• Market and position analysis skills

• Experience in position, exposure, and commercial PnL reporting

• Advanced Excel skills

• Report writing skills

• Ability to use multiple systems simultaneously

• Strong work ethic and organizational skills

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 based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or handicap, disability, or any other legally protected status.

This job posting comprises the law No 19691 and its decree No 73/019, which includes the people registered in the National Register of disabled people who have the skills and aptitude for the position described in the present posting.