Company Description

Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. Our activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork, across a broad range of business lines, we leverage our global reach and extensive asset network to serve our customers and consumers around the world. Structured as a matrix organization of six geographical regions and ten platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company is active in over 100 countries and employs approximately 18,000 people globally.

Job Description

We are looking for a Senior Business Analyst with deep expertise in derivatives, hedging, and regulatory compliance. You will lead the analysis and delivery of IT solutions within our global Derivatives program, translating complex regulatory requirements (EMIR, MIFID, FinFRAG, MAS, Dodd-Frank) into effective system, process, and reporting solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Leadership: Manage IT projects from initiation to delivery, ensuring progress, issue resolution, and adaptabilityRisk & Compliance:
• Evaluate risks and ensure alignment with global regulatory standards.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with business and IT teams to define scope, goals, and communicate updates. Team Coordination: Guide and support junior analysts in system analysis, testing, and implementation.
• Change Management: Lead change initiatives and promote best practices for smooth transitions.
• Continuous Improvement: Monitor market and tech trends to recommend process and system enhancements.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Strategic Planning: Co-develop tactical and strategic plans to optimize processes and resources.
• Stakeholder Relationships: Build trusted relationships by addressing stakeholder needs and concerns.
• Coaching & Training: Share expertise through training and mentoring across the organization.
• Expert Guidance: Provide specialized advice on regulatory and derivatives-related policies.
• Organizational Design: Contribute to defining team structures and roles aligned with broader business goals.

Qualifications

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Degree in IT, Business, Finance, or related field (or equivalent).
• 7+ years in IT Process & Analysis, ideally in Derivatives/Commodities trading.
• Strong knowledge of Risks, Derivatives systems, and global Commodities Markets.
• Deep understanding of European, Swiss, and U.S. regulations, with ability to adapt to others.
• Proven experience in change management.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Comfortable in a global, fast-paced environment.
• Fluent in English (French is a plus).

Skills

• Planning and organizing
• Action Planning
• Business Requirements Analysis
• Adaptive Mindset
• Assessment
• Data Collection and Analysis
• Presentation skills
• Learning and Talent Development
• Review and Reporting
• Verbal Communication
• Rigorous
• Autonomous
• Curious

Behavioral Competencies:

• Demonstrates strong business insight, strategic thinking, and sound decision-making.
• Skilled in managing complexity, balancing stakeholder needs, and ensuring accountability.
• Communicates clearly across diverse audiences and adapts effectively to changing situations.
• Values diversity, builds strong relationships, and handles interpersonal dynamics with tact.
• Shows financial acumen, resourcefulness, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Actively develops talent through coaching and feedback, while contributing to a collaborative and high-performing environment.

Additional Information

Additional Information for the job

What We Offer

We provide a dynamic and stimulating international environment, which will stretch and develop your abilities and channel your skills and expertise with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the largest and most solid private companies in the world.

Our Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Flexible working
• Access to Training and Development
• Discretionary Bonus
• Profit Sharing plan
• Lunch vouchers
• Public transportation refund
• Workers council social benefits
• Legal annual paid leave + up tp 14 days RTT

Diversity & Inclusion

LDC is driven by a set of shared values and high ethical standards, with diversity and inclusion being part of our DNA. LDC is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, equity and inclusion.

LDC encourages diversity, supports local communities and environmental initiatives. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

Sustainability

Sustainable value is at the heart of our purpose as a company.

We are passionate about creating fair and sustainable value, both for our business and for other value chain stakeholders: our people, our business partners, the communities we touch and the environment around us