Gas/Power Trader
Carbon Trader - Leading Environmental Markets Firm | London
I'm currently partnering with a dynamic and award-winning energy and sustainability group that's making serious waves in the environmental markets space. They're looking for an experienced Carbon Trader to join their London-based trading team and help drive their mission to accelerate the transition to a low-carbon economy.
This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives in fast-paced, innovative environments and wants to be at the forefront of carbon trading - across both compliance and voluntary markets.
Role Overview
As a Carbon Trader, you'll be responsible for identifying and executing trading opportunities across regulated schemes like EU ETS and UK ETS, as well as voluntary carbon markets. You'll work closely with analysts, risk, and commercial teams to optimise strategies, manage risk, and contribute to the firm's broader decarbonisation goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Trade carbon allowances and credits across compliance and voluntary markets.
- Monitor regulatory developments, auction calendars, and market movements.
- Conduct market and policy analysis to inform trading strategies.
- Develop and refine pricing models and forecasting tools.
- Collaborate with internal teams to align trading with ESG and corporate goals.
- Support sales teams with market insights and client pricing.
- Improve trading processes, reporting, and position management.
What They're Looking For
- 8-10+ years of experience in commodity trading, with a focus on carbon markets.
- Strong track record in EU ETS and/or UK ETS trading.
- Experience with structured trades (spot, futures, options, cross-product).
- Commercially savvy with strong risk management discipline.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Operationally disciplined with attention to trade life cycle and reporting.
- Entrepreneurial mindset and passion for environmental markets.
Location & Work Pattern
- Location: London (West London HQ)
- Work Type: Permanent, full-time
- Culture: Fast-paced, collaborative, and mission-driven
Why Join?
- Be part of a firm that's pioneering innovative financial solutions for the energy transition.
- Work in a high-performing team with a strong track record in environmental markets.
- Contribute to meaningful change in the global carbon economy.
- Enjoy a supportive and inclusive work environment with real growth potential.
If you're a seasoned carbon trader looking to take your career to the next level in a purpose-driven organisation, I'd love to hear from you. Let's chat about how this opportunity could align with your goals.
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