Physical Commodities Operations Analyst

Macquarie Group
Macquarie Group

IT, Operations

Posted on Jun 16, 2026
Our London-based regional commodities operations team is highly skilled in providing operational expertise and control to our growing Commodities and Global Markets Division. You will work closely with the trading and sales teams and have the opportunity to gain exposure to a variety of physical commodity transactions which span agricultural, base metals and oil products.
We are a global financial services group operating in 30 markets with 57 years of unbroken profitability. At Macquarie, you’re empowered to shape a career that is fulfilling and creates value. You will bring your insights and expertise to the task at hand and feel supported as you make your own kind of impact for a better future.

What role will you play?

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As a member of the Commodities Operations team, you will validate trade bookings, review physical documentation such as bills of lading and letters of indemnity, draft sales contracts, and respond to contracts from counterparties. You will also facilitate cash and physical asset settlements and reconcile cash and physical balances. Client service delivery will form a critical part of your role, while acting as a key contact for internal stakeholders and external clients. You will utilise problem-solving skills and collaborate with local and global colleagues to facilitate smooth daily operational processes and to identify and deliver process improvements.

What you offer

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  • Previous experience in Trade Operations (commodities knowledge is preferred)
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to collaborate with colleagues globally
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to act as a key contact for stakeholders and clients
  • An eye for detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently
  • A proactive approach and a drive to identify and deliver process improvements
We love hearing from anyone inspired to build a better future with us, if you're excited about the role or working at Macquarie we encourage you to apply.

What we offer

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At Macquarie, you’re empowered to shape a career that’s rewarding in all the ways that matter most to you. Macquarie employees can access a wide range of benefits which, depending on eligibility criteria, include:
  • 1 wellbeing leave day per year and a minimum of 25 days of annual leave.
  • 26 weeks’ paid parental leave for primary caregivers along with 12 days of paid transition leave upon return to work and 6 weeks’ paid leave for secondary caregivers
  • Paid fertility leave for those undergoing or supporting fertility treatment
  • 2 days of paid volunteer leave and donation matching
  • Access to a wide range of salary sacrificing options
  • Benefits and initiatives to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing including, comprehensive medical and life insurance cover
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Program, a robust behavioural health network with counselling and coaching services
  • Access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities, including reimbursement for professional membership or subscription
  • Access to company funded emergency and backup dependent care services
  • Recognition and service awards
  • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements, dependent on role
  • Reimbursement for work from home equipment

About Corporate Operations Group

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In our Corporate Operations Group, you will work at the heart of Macquarie to deliver for our people, businesses, and their customers. We’re a global, collaborative team with deep expertise in technology, data, digital, market services, corporate real estate, business resilience, procurement and global security.

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

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We are committed to providing a working environment that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply regardless of their identity, including age, disability, neurodiversity, gender (including gender identity or expression), sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, parental status, race (including ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, or socio-economic background. We welcome further discussions on how you can feel included and belong at Macquarie as you progress through our recruitment process.

Our aim is to provide reasonable adjustments to individuals as required during the recruitment process and in the course of employment. If you require additional assistance, please let us know during the application process.
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