
Based in Montevideo, the two-year Development Graduate Programme offers, 3 × 8 month rotations, across Deals Desk, Operations and Trade Finance in Energy or Metals and Minerals.
Throughout the programme, graduates gain practical experience and exposure to the full trade lifecycle, working at the core of our operations. By building expertise across these critical functions, graduates develop a strong foundation for success in high-impact middle office roles in Deals Desk, Operations and Trade Finance and are well-positioned to grow into future leadership positions.
Guided by some of the most experienced professionals in the industry, graduates receive ongoing support and development opportunities, providing them with the skills, mindset and confidence to help shape the next chapter of our business.
Deals Desk is responsible for accurate mark-to-market valuation, daily P&L and risk and exposure reporting. Deals Desk is an independent control function that works closely with commercial, middle and back office teams to ensure timely trade capture and effective management of trading positions in our trading and risk management systems.
Responsibilities include
Reviewing and verify trades and trade terms
Producing daily P&L and exposure reports
Liaising with traders, operations and finance to reconcile positions
Investigating and resolving trade discrepancies
Operations coordinates the physical movement and delivery of commodities, ensuring contracts are executed efficiently and profitably.
Responsibilities include
Managing vessel or land logistics and documentation
Liaising with counter parties and terminal
Tracking cargo movements and inventories
Ensuring compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements
Trade Finance designs and implements the financing solutions that enables the physical movement commodities, while managing credit and performance risks.
Responsibilities include
Structuring and executing real-world commodity trade finance deals
Drafting, negotiating and managing trade documents such as letters of credit, guarantees and receivables financing
Monitoring global trade flows, payment schedules and risk exposure across complex transactions
Collaborating with traders, operations, credit teams and banking partners to resolve day-to-day financing and logistics challenges
Knowledge Skills And Abilities:
0-2 years of postgraduate working experience
Fluency in English and Spanish - both oral and written
Strong verbal and written communication skills
High degree of intellectual curiosity, passion, motivation and grit
Ability to remove roadblocks and break down barriers to get the job done
Passion for working in a collaborative, challenging and dynamic environment
A global, innovative mindset
Applications will close on 31st May 2026.

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 approximately 14,500 people, of which over 1,400 are shareholders and is active in over 150 countries.
Visit: www.trafigura.com