Trafigura · 14 hours ago
M&A Associate
Houston, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expTrafigura is seeking an M&A Associate to assist senior team members with the analysis, structuring, negotiation, and execution of complex transactions. The role will evolve to include leading smaller transactions and providing support to the Operating Asset Division regarding existing assets and strategy.
IndustrialMineralOil and GasShippingSupply Chain Management
Responsibilities
Supporting senior M&A team members with respect to transactions encompassing origination, financial analysis, due diligence, negotiation of transaction documents, internal stakeholder management and approvals, execution, signing-to-close and post-completion integration
Supporting the Operating Asset Division with respect to our existing assets, including business planning, project analysis and strategy
Taking the lead and handling smaller and less complex deals over time (both with business development and M&A)
Qualification
Required
2–4 years of experience in M&A at a corporate, private equity platform, trading house or physical commodities business, or an investment bank, with a preference for candidates who originally trained in a banking environment
Strong understanding of one or more of the oil, gas, metals, bulks, infrastructure, power, renewables and energy transition sectors
Relevant M&A experience, including working on completed transactions, in one of the above markets is crucial
Ultimately one would be expected to become a 'generalist' across all areas where Trafigura is operating
Sophisticated financial modelling, valuation, and analytical skills essential for investment evaluation and decision-making
Ability to lead end-to-end transaction management, including screening, evaluation, structuring, internal approvals, negotiation, financing, and execution
Degree or equivalent experience in Engineering, Economics, Finance, or a related business field
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; confident presenter in internal and external settings
Proven track record to collaborate with current and future professional network of market counterparts, advisors, and the like
Present work product to senior stakeholders
Skilled in building strong internal relationships across functional areas including trading, legal, tax, corporate finance, and analytics
Highly organized, diligent, and capable of balancing multiple priorities simultaneously
Demonstrates initiative, self-confidence, and sound judgment under pressure in fast-paced environments
Strong team player with collaborative mentality
Willingness to travel regularly to engage with buyers, sellers, investors, and strategic partners
Fluent in written and spoken English
Preferred
Additional proficiency in Spanish not required, but highly beneficial
Company
Trafigura
Trafigura is a commodity trading company that facilitates the distribution of commodities such as metals, minerals, and energy.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (9)
2024 (2)
2023 (2)
2020 (2)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$21.01BKey Investors
Korea Trade Insurance CorporationAbu Dhabi Exports OfficeSaudi EXIM
2025-10-08Debt Financing· $3.4B
2025-07-29Debt Financing· $200M
2025-05-06Debt Financing· $390M
Leadership Team
Stephan Jansma
Chief Financial Officer
Maciej Sciazko
Head Mining Operations
Recent News
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2025-12-15
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