(Junior) Business Developer

STX Group; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme contributions

Professional development focus

Sport and training opportunities

Relocation assistance

Job summary

STX Group is seeking a (Junior) Business Developer to turn market opportunities into viable commercial initiatives. You will work at the intersection of strategy, market analysis, and deal execution, collaborating with Trading, Operations, Sustainability, Legal and Compliance teams.

You will evaluate opportunities in biofuels, renewable feedstocks, gas and other sustainability markets, translating regulatory insights into actionable plans and supporting projects from concept through

Qualifications

• 4+ years in a commercial, analytical, regulatory, or project-focused role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Curious, proactive, and comfortable in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication across functions.
• Interest in energy, sustainability, commodity markets, logistics, trading, or related industries.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities by monitoring market developments, regulations, and industry trends.
• Conduct commercial and regulatory research to uncover opportunities and support strategic decision-making.
• Develop business cases and contribute to the structuring and execution of new commercial initiatives.
• Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders to progress projects and opportunities.
• Coordinate with Trading, Operations, Sustainability, Legal, and Compliance teams to bring complex deals and partnerships to life.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Communication

Curious and proactive

Job description

It’s no wonder we can go further, faster together.

We’re a team of 450+ professionals from 50+ nationalities, all commercially driven, entrepreneurial and ready to turn potential into progress. Not just for us, but for the world too.

At STX, we’re focused on so much more than making money. We’re here to make a profit with a purpose. Because for us, nothing’s more important than being able to trade in environmental commodities and create the most effective decarbonization strategies for our clients. Join us and together we can change the world – one trade at a time.

Your success story starts here…

ABOUT THE FRONT OFFICE

Turning opportunities into solutions – that’s the specialty of STX’s Front Office. Our team works across various domains, including electricity, renewable gas, carbon offsets, biofuels and energy efficiency. We engage with clients in different markets and countries on a daily basis, and it’s our job to understand their needs and translate them into effective, efficient solutions. To maintain STX’s position as market leader in the fast-changing environmental commodities field, we are continuously capitalizing on new opportunities and optimizing our offering.

ABOUT THE TEAM & Role

The Business Development team identifies and develops new commercial opportunities across biofuels, renewable feedstocks, gas, marine fuels, and emerging sustainability markets. Rather than focusing on routine transactions, the team explores complex market opportunities, interprets regulations, and develops innovative solutions that create long-term value.

As a (Junior) Business Developer, you will work at the intersection of commercial strategy, market analysis, regulations, and deal execution. You will collaborate closely with teams across Trading, Operations, Sustainability, Legal, and Compliance to turn ideas into viable business opportunities and support projects from concept through implementation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities by monitoring market developments, regulations, and industry trends.
• Conduct commercial and regulatory research to uncover opportunities and support strategic decision-making.
• Develop business cases and contribute to the structuring and execution of new commercial initiatives.
• Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders to progress projects and opportunities.
• Coordinate with Trading, Operations, Sustainability, Legal, and Compliance teams to bring complex deals and partnerships to life.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• 4+ years of experience in a commercial, analytical, technical, regulatory, or project-focused role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex information into commercial opportunities.
• Curious, proactive, and comfortable operating in an environment where no two days are the same.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across functions.
• Interest in energy, sustainability, commodity markets, logistics, trading, engineering, finance, or related industries.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Competitive remuneration package
• Pension scheme contributions
• Strong focus on personal and professional development
• Sport and training opportunities
• Assistance with relocation to the respective office location

DIVERSITY STATEMENT

We encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to enhance our team and contribute to a more inclusive work environment. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging are more than just concepts. They are part of our everyday work culture, ensuring employees feel welcomed and build meaningful connections.

At STX, we ask applicants to think holistically about roles. If the roles sounds exciting and a great fit for you, but some of the criteria or required experience doesn't 100% line up, we still encourage you to apply!

STX Group offers equal employment opportunity. Acquisition based on this vacancy is not appreciated.