Environmental Commodities Tradereac & Voluntary Carbon Markets)

South Pole

Amsterdam, Netherlands
Not specified; not specified; not specified
On-site
3+ years environmental commodities experience
Direct guarantees of origin trading experience
Voluntary carbon markets knowledge
South Pole is seeking an Environmental Commodities Trader to join their Amsterdam-based team, focusing on trading and managing portfolios of carbon credits and Energy Attribute Certificates. The role demands a strong commercial acumen and experience in environmental commodities, with responsibilities that include executing trades, managing market risk, and developing client relationships

Job Summary

  • South Pole is seeking a driven Environmental Commodities Trader to own trading strategy and portfolio performance across Energy Attribute Certificates and the Voluntary Carbon Market.
  • The role involves originating supply, executing transactions, and managing risk in fragmented global markets while balancing commercial upside with market integrity.
  • Joining South Pole offers a career with strong purpose, allowing you to make a real difference for clients and the planet within a dynamic international team.

Matching Summary

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South Pole is seeking an Environmental Commodities Trader to join their Amsterdam-based team, focusing on trading and managing portfolios of carbon credits and Energy Attribute Certificates. The role demands a strong commercial acumen and experience in environmental commodities, with responsibilities that include executing trades, managing market risk, and developing client relationships.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 3+ years environmental commodities experience
  • Direct Guarantees of Origin trading experience
  • Voluntary carbon markets knowledge
  • Risk management and portfolio optimization
  • Transaction structuring and pricing strategy
  • Market arbitrage identification skills
  • Fluency in English and European language

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with biomethane or removals
  • Familiarity with Verra and Gold Standard
  • Structured transaction and offtake experience
  • Additional European languages like German
  • Strong network in EAC and carbon sectors

Key Requirements

  • 3+ years in environmental commodities or energy trading
  • Direct experience in Guarantees of Origin or carbon markets
  • Existing professional network across EAC and carbon markets
  • Fluency in English plus one additional European language

Work Rights

Not specified

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