Senior Trade Associate

Sustainiam

Dadri

On-site

INR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance for you and your family

Meal pass

Daycare facilities in-office

ESOPs – own a stake in the mission

Upskilling budget for learning & certifications

Performance-linked benefits

Flexible benefits plan

Job summary

Sustainiam seeks a Senior Trade Associate to join its Trading & Strategic Transactions team in Noida. This role focuses on structuring deals in carbon credits and renewable energy certificate markets, managing risks, and identifying opportunities in the climate tech trading ecosystem.

The ideal candidate will have 4-8 years of experience, with at least 3-5 years in carbon credits or I-REC markets. Strong analytical and negotiation skills are a must, along with a relevant bachelor's degree.

Join us to drive real change in the climate finance landscape!

Qualifications

4–8 years total experience, with 3–5 years in carbon credits/I-REC markets.
Strong understanding of carbon market mechanisms and global environmental commodities.
Proven ability to structure and negotiate trading contracts.

Responsibilities

Structure, negotiate, and execute long-term OTC contracts in carbon credits and I-REC markets.
Design innovative deal frameworks aligned with market trends and sustainability goals.
Develop trading strategies to maximize margins and manage risk.

Skills

Understanding of carbon market mechanisms

Analytical skills

Negotiation abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Energy, Environmental Studies

Job description

Location: Noida (Work from Office – collaboration fuels smarter trades)

Type: Full-Time

Experience Level: 4–8 Years (with 3–5 years in Carbon Credits / I-REC markets)

About Sustainiam

Sustainiam empowers businesses to lead the climate transition through data-driven sustainability solutions:

Carbon credit trading and renewable energy certificates (I-RECs)
Energy market advisory services
Enabling companies to achieve net-zero goals with measurable impact

If you’re passionate about climate finance, global markets, and trading strategies that drive real change, you’ll thrive here.

Role Overview: Senior Trade Associate

Join our Trading & Strategic Transactions team to:

Structure deals, manage risks, and capture opportunities in global carbon and renewable energy certificate markets
Be a key player in India’s climate tech trading ecosystem

Note: Minimum 3–5 years’ hands‑on experience in carbon credits or I-REC markets is mandatory.

Key Responsibilities

Structure, negotiate, and execute long-term OTC contracts in carbon credits and I-REC markets
Design innovative deal frameworks aligned with market trends and sustainability goals
Develop trading strategies to maximize margins and manage risk
Analyze carbon and energy certificate markets to identify trends, opportunities, and risks
Build and manage a forward trading book aligned with business targets
Conduct market research, investment analysis, and due diligence

Client & Internal Collaboration

Partner with sales/origination teams for seamless trade execution
Advise clients and stakeholders on timing, pricing, and trade structuring
Build strong relationships with clients, project developers, and counterparties

Operations, Reporting & Compliance

Ensure smooth billing, payment, and settlement in line with contracts (PPAs, PSAs)
Coordinate project monitoring, audits, and compliance documentation
Contribute to SDG reporting, trade performance tracking, and internal dashboards
Stay updated on carbon market regulations, SDG frameworks, and energy transition trends
Transform research insights into actionable trading opportunities

Who We’re Looking For

Must-Have:

4–8 years total experience, with 3–5 years in carbon credits/I-REC markets
Strong understanding of carbon market mechanisms and global environmental commodities
Proven ability to structure and negotiate trading contracts
Strong analytical, research, and financial modeling skills
Excellent client relationship, communication, and negotiation abilities

Preferred:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Energy, Environmental Studies, or related field
Exposure to international carbon standards (Verra, Gold Standard, I-REC, etc.)
Experience collaborating with legal, compliance, and finance teams

What You’ll Gain