Contract Analyst / Contract Analystess

About Mercuria

Established in 2004, Mercuria is one of the leading integrated energy and commodity trading companies globally. We unite energy markets to support today's demands by trading, structuring finance, and investing in strategic assets, generating over $110 billion in turnover.

Our operations extend across over 50 countries and five continents, encompassing all major energy hubs. We engage in trading physical oil, energy products, environmental products, and various commodities from key locations such as Geneva, London, Singapore, Shanghai, Beijing, Dubai, Houston, Calgary, and Greenwich (CT).

We are dedicated to facilitating the transition to a more sustainable, affordable, and reliable energy system for the future. Over 50% of our assets are allocated to low carbon and energy transition sectors, providing a robust platform for trading in these emerging markets and supporting decarbonization efforts.

In 2023, we launched Silvania, a $500 million fund focused on investing in the restoration and protection of nature and biodiversity worldwide, in alignment with the goals of the Paris Agreement and the UN 30x30 biodiversity initiative. This innovative asset class not only fosters nature protection but also promises sustainable financial returns.

The Role

We are seeking a Contract Specialist to join our team in Geneva, working under the guidance of the Physical Operations Contracts and Settlements Manager. In this role, you will thrive within a physical commodity trading environment, with primary responsibilities including:

Key Responsibilities

• Performing internal systems validations and checks.
• Issuing sales contracts across multiple commodities.
• Managing subsequent documentation and amendments in a timely and qualitative manner.
• Assessing and responding promptly to counterparty contracts across various commodities.
• Liaising with different departments within the organization to facilitate contract handling.
• Productively interacting with third parties to gather relevant information and produce consistent documentation and/or comments.

Technical Expertise

• A minimum of 2 years of experience handling commodity trading contracts, preferably within a dedicated contract department.
• Ability to review long-form contracts, analyze clauses, and understand the relative merits and risks associated with commercial and legal provisions.
• Strong understanding of physical trading operations, including delivery methods, quality and quantity determination, laytime, and demurrage.
• Experience with metals and concentrates contracts is a plus.
• Fluency in English is required.

Non-Technical Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.
• High attention to detail.
• Capable of working within an organized framework and meeting designated deadlines.
• Process-driven and focused.
• Well-organized with excellent time management abilities, ensuring responses to tight deadlines.
• Diligent and thorough in executing processes.

Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.