The Business Developer is responsible for driving commercial growth and expanding Trafigura's oil trading presence across the Middle East and North Africa
Job Summary
The Business Developer is responsible for driving commercial growth and expanding Trafigura's oil trading presence across the Middle East and North Africa.
The role requires building strong relationships with national oil companies (NOCs), regional refiners, and key market participants while executing complex physical trading transactions.
Candidates must possess native or equivalent C2 level proficiency in both Arabic and English to effectively negotiate and manage senior stakeholders in the region.
Matching Summary
The Business Developer is responsible for driving commercial growth and expanding Trafigura's oil trading presence across the Middle East and North Africa.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
3-5 years oil trading experience
Arabic and English language proficiency
Crude oil and petroleum products knowledge
Experience with National Oil Companies
Structured trade finance understanding
Nice-to-have
French language skills
Master's degree in related field
Background in infrastructure investment
Cultural fluency in MENA business practices
Experience with regional refiners
Key Requirements
Minimum 3-5 years of experience in oil trading
Native or C2 level Arabic and English proficiency
Bachelor's degree preferred
Proven track record in structuring commercial transactions