Senior Contract Analyst
TrafiguraGeneva, Geneva, Switzerland
Posted April 3, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Trafigura is a leading commodities group, owned by its employees and founded over 30 years ago. At the heart of global supply, Trafigura connects vital resources to power and build the world. We deploy infrastructure, market expertise and our worldwide logistics network to move oil and petroleum products, metals and minerals, gas and power from where they are produced to where they are needed, forming strong relationships that make supply chains more efficient, secure and sustainable. We invest in renewable energy projects and technologies to facilitate the transition to a low-carbon economy, including through MorGen Energy and joint venture Nala Renewables. The Trafigura Group also comprises industrial assets and operating businesses including multi-metals producer Nyrstar, fuel storage and distribution company Puma Energy, the Impala Terminals joint venture and Greenergy, supplier and distributor of transportation fuels and biofuels. The Group employs over 13,000 people, of which over 1,400 are shareholders and is active in over 150 countries. Visit: www.trafigura.com
Job Description
The Senior Contract Analyst is responsible for drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commodities trading contracts to protect Trafigura legally and commercially. This role involves leading contract drafting, negotiation, and review, as well as providing expert guidance on contractual risks and flagging potential issues.
Requirements
- Minimum 4 years experience in Oil and/or Metals, or other commodities contracts.
- Qualified lawyer and/or graduate in maritime law or international trade law, or holding robust experience in oil trading contract drafting
- Strong command of key legal principles with proven ability to identify and flag contractual risks (classification of contractual terms, limitation of liability, force majeure, commitment language, etc.).
- Strong knowledge of International Commercial Terms (Incoterms)
- Robust command of multi-modal commercial structures (vessel, barge, rail, truck, pipeline, terminal).
- Excellent English communication skills — ability to explain complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.
