Contract Analyst

Established in 2004, Mercuria is one of the leading integrated energy and commodity trading companies in the world. We bring energy markets together to support the needs of today by trading, structuring finance, and investing into strategic assets, while generating more than $110 billion in turnover.
Our operations span over 50 countries on 5 continents, including all the major energy hubs. We trade physical oil, energy products, environmental products and other commodities from Geneva, London, Singapore, Shanghai, Beijing, Dubai, Houston, Calgary and Greenwich (CT).
We are committed to advancing the transition to a more sustainable, affordable and reliable energy system for tomorrow. Over 50% of our assets are in low carbon & energy transition sectors - providing a strong platform to trade these new markets and support decarbonization.
In 2023, we established Silvania, a $500 million fund, investing into restoration and protection of nature and biodiversity globally and in support of the Paris Agreement goals & UN 30x30 biodiversity initiative. This new asset class supports nature protection and provides sustainable financial returns.

The role
As a Contract Specialist based in our office in Geneva you will work as part of a team reporting to our Physical Operations Contracts and Settlements Manager. Working within a physical commodity trading environment, your main areas of focus will be:

Key responsibilities
Performing internal systems validations and checks
Issuing sales contracts across multiple commodities
Managing subsequent documentation & amendments in a timely and qualitative manner
Assessing and responding in a timely manner to counterparty contracts across multiple commodities
Liaising with different departments within the organisation to support the contract handling. Productively interacting with third parties in order to collect all relevant information and produce consistent documentation and/or comments

Technical expertise
Minimum 2 years commodity trading contract handling experience, preferably within a dedicated contract department.
Ability to review long form contracts, analyse clauses and understand the relative merits and risks associated with commercial and legal provisions.
Strong understanding of physical trading operations: e.g. delivery methods, quality & quantity determination, laytime & demurrage etc
Experience with metals and concentrates contracts a plus
Fluent in English

Non-technical Skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work in a team
High level of attention to detail
Able to work within an organised framework and designated deadlines
Process driven and focused
High level of written and spoken English
Well organised with the ability to manage their own time and respond to tight deadlines. Diligent and thorough in executing processes