Sales Trader - CAEs (Spain)

Caely; Madrid; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with a bonus scheme

Relocation budget

Unlimited holidays

Pension scheme

Fully equipped gym 24/7

Weekly bootcamp fitness classes

Annual company trip

Free electric bikes during the day

Weekly padel court

Job summary

Caely Renewables is seeking a Sales Trader to develop and grow Caely's activity in the Spanish market, focusing on energy efficiency projects and CAEs. You will combine technical analysis with commercial activities to identify opportunities and structure value-creating transactions for clients and Caely.

You will build new business relationships, manage an existing client portfolio, and collaborate with energy service companies, utilities, and project developers to expand Caely's presence in

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• Experience in energy efficiency projects (3–6 years).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Experience with CAE/CMVP/IPMVP a plus.
• Proficient with Excel; programming or AI tools an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Analyse energy efficiency projects to assess CAE eligibility.
• Identify, calculate, validate, monitor, and develop CAE projects.
• Calculate energy savings and baselines per IPMVP where applicable.
• Develop and maintain relationships with utilities, ESCOs, and clients.
• Identify new business opportunities via cold calling and market research.
• Support the commercial team in managing the client portfolio.
• Structure transactions meeting client needs and Caely's objectives.
• Conduct market research on trends in Spanish energy efficiency.

Skills

Native Spanish

Fluent English

Energy efficiency

Analytical

Problem solving

Communication

Project management

Excel

Programming

AI tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Excel

Programming

AI tools

Job description

You are passionate about climate change and how to tackle this global issue one trade at a time. We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed team player who fosters superior performance by leveraging their competencies in deal-making and structuring. You have an affinity with commodities and finance, are self-motivated, and eager to develop your commercial skills and work in a close-knit team. The ideal candidate should be confident but open to direct feedback and preferably have a comprehensive understanding of Certificados de Ahorro Energético (CAEs). You excel at understanding your clients' needs and transforming them into actions.

We are looking for someone who wants to develop and grow with the company to become a key team player. As a Sales Trader, you will contribute to the development of Caely Renewables’ activities in the Spanish market, focusing on energy efficiency projects and Certificados de Ahorro Energético (CAEs). You will combine technical analysis of energy-saving projects with commercial activities, identifying opportunities to develop and trade energy savings certificates. You will work closely with clients, energy service companies, utilities, and other market participants to identify eligible projects, assess their potential, and structure transactions that create value for both clients and Caely.

Your role will involve developing new business relationships, managing an existing client portfolio, and contributing to the growth of Caely's presence in Spain. You will receive support from experienced colleagues and management while developing your commercial and technical expertise in the environmental commodities market.

Daily Responsibilities

• Analyse energy efficiency projects to assess their eligibility under the Spanish Energy Savings Certificate (CAE) scheme.
• Identify, calculate, validate, monitor, and develop CAE projects.
• Calculate energy savings and establish project baselines in accordance with the IPMVP protocol, where applicable.
• Develop and maintain relationships with utilities, energy service companies, industrial clients, project developers, and other market participants.
• Identify new business opportunities through cold calling, networking, market research, and other business development activities.
• Support the commercial team in managing and developing the client portfolio.
• Structure transactions that meet both client needs and Caely's commercial objectives.
• Conduct market research to identify trends, opportunities, and developments in the Spanish energy efficiency market.
• Collaborate with colleagues across commercial and technical functions to develop projects and close transactions.

Requirements

• Native-level Spanish and fluent English.
• A degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• 3-6 years of experience in the energy efficiency sector Experience analysing , developing, or managing energy efficiency projects.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage projects and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• A proactive, self-motivated attitude and an interest in developing commercial skills.
• Knowledge of the Spanish CAE system and/or CMVP/IPMVP certification is a plus.
• Experience with Excel, programming, AI tools, or commercial activities is an advantage.

Living in Madrid

Work in an inspiring, fast-growing commodity sector

Benefits

• Competitive salary with a bonus scheme
• Collaborative and ambitious culture
• Get support with a relocation budget
• Unlimited holidays
• Join a diverse team with 15+ nationalities
• Pension scheme
• Access a fully equipped gym 24/7
• Weekly bootcamp fitness classes
• Annual company trip
• Free electric bikes during the day
• Weekly padel court