Ampersand World

Ampersand World is the Swiss leader in recruitment and career development for Physical Commodity Trading, Shipping, and International Trade. The company operates a specialised, fast and data-driven recruitment model dedicated to connecting the world's top commodities firms with elite, pre-vetted talent. Leveraging a specialist network and 15 years of industry expertise, Ampersand World drives faster hires, stronger leadership, and long-term industry success through off-market, highly targeted search methodology that identifies exceptional leaders and technical experts across executive, trading and support functions.

The company specialises in recruitment and executive search across Energy, Agribusiness, Metals and Trade Finance sectors. Ampersand World's core services include Recruitment and Executive Search, complemented by Career Booster solutions that support strategic career transitions and long-term professional growth. These programmes are delivered by experienced coaches and industry practitioners, combining insight, guidance and hands-on expertise through tailored coaching, outplacement and bespoke learning programmes designed to turn market complexity and hiring inefficiencies into sustainable success stories.

Based in Geneva, Switzerland, Ampersand World serves the global commodities and international trade community through a strong industry network and regular professional events including the Commodity Golf Cup, trading conferences, worldwide forums and business breakfasts. The company is committed to sustainable business practices as part of the Swiss Triple Impact movement, aligning its activities with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and recognising the value of an inclusive, regenerative and circular economy.