Main purpose The Senior Contract Analyst is responsible for the end-to-end drafting, review, and negotiation of commodities trading contracts – sales and purchase agreements, NDAs, and storage agreements – ensuring Trafigura is fully protected legally and commercially at all times. Key responsibilities Contract Drafting & Review Draft and review commodities sales and purchase contracts, including complex, bespoke, and non-standard agreements, structured deals, long-term arrangements, optionality structures, and multi-modal supply chain documentation. Lead negotiation of General Terms & Conditions (GT&Cs), master agreements, and bespoke contractual frameworks with counterparties, in line with Trafigura’s risk thresholds and commercial objectives. Accuracy & Compliance Ensure all contracts are consistent with positions captured in Trafigura’s in-house trading system, minimising the risk of financial loss and ensuring documentary and financial instruments are issued correctly. Ensure all documentation accurately reflects commercial intent, adheres to internal controls, and complies with applicable regulatory standards. Advisory & Risk Management Provide timely, expert guidance on contractual risks (liability, indemnity, performance obligations, lifting terms, shipping documentation, pricing mechanisms, allocation methodologies, and QP exposure), flagging potential issues, proposing remedies to mitigate exposure, and escalating when needed. Act as a subject matter expert on contract matters and risk, supporting commercial teams throughout the deal negotiation. System Improvements Contribute to contract template improvements and system enhancements. Required qualifications Minimum 4 years experience in 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. Preferred qualifications Additional experience in structured deals, long-term arrangements, or multi-modal supply chain documentation. Attributes for success Strong commercial mindset. Comfortable working in a fast-changing technology landscape; proactively adapts to new digital tools and platforms. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines without compromising attention to detail. Proactive problem-solving approach. Strong emotional intelligence – ability to drive consensus across teams. Strong organisational skills. Trafigura provides critical resources to the world. Founded over 30 years ago and owned by its employees, the Group is at the heart of global supply, using its deep understanding of commodity markets to make supply chains more efficient, secure and sustainable. Working across a global network, the Group deploys infrastructure, logistics, financing and market expertise to move energy and commodities from where they are produced to where they are needed. By connecting producers and consumers, it brings transparency, resilience and trust to complex supply chains. The business supplies the energy and commodities the world needs today, including oil and petroleum products, metals and minerals, gas and power, while investing in lower-carbon solutions for the future. The Trafigura Group also comprises industrial assets and operating businesses including multi-metals producer Nyrstar, fuel storage and distribution company Puma Energy, fuel supplier and distributor Greenergy, and the Impala Terminals joint venture. The Group employs approximately 14,500 people, of whom more than 1,400 are shareholders, and operates in over 150 countries. Careers at Trafigura A career at Trafigura offers the opportunity to take on meaningful responsibility from an early stage and contribute to a business that plays a vital role in the global economy. As an employee-owned company, we foster a high-performance culture where individuals are empowered to take ownership, challenge themselves and make an impact. We value curiosity, initiative and collaboration, and invest in helping our people develop the skills, experience and networks needed to succeed. Working alongside talented colleagues from diverse backgrounds, employees are given opportunities to learn continuously, solve complex problems and build rewarding international careers. Whether in commercial, operational, technical or corporate functions, our people are trusted to contribute, grow and lead throughout their careers.

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