Senior Carbon Trader (Singapore)

Stavian Talent; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading carbon trading firm in Singapore is seeking a Senior Carbon Trader to expand its trading franchise. The ideal candidate will have 7-10+ years in commodities trading with a strong focus on carbon markets and a proven trading track record. Responsibilities include leading a carbon trading book, executing trading strategies, and building relationships with stakeholders. This position offers a unique opportunity in an entrepreneurial environment with significant capital backing.

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years of experience in commodities trading, with 3-5 years in carbon markets.
• Demonstrable strong P&L track record in trading.
• Experience closing structured deals in carbon markets.

Responsibilities

• Lead and expand a carbon trading book.
• Develop and execute trading strategies across Voluntary Carbon Markets.
• Manage market risk exposure and adhere to VaR limits.
• Source and structure complex offtakes and forwards.
• Build relationships with stakeholders in carbon initiatives.

Skills

Trading strategy development

Market risk management

Negotiation skills

Relationship building

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Carbon Trader to significantly expand our carbon trading franchise within a dynamic, cross-commodities merchant trading firm. The ideal candidate will possess a formidable combination of a proven trading track record in both voluntary and compliance carbon markets, coupled with exceptional capabilities in the origination and structuring of offtakes, forwards, and bespoke client solutions.

Location: Singapore

Key Responsibilities

Trading & Risk Management

• Lead and expand a comprehensive carbon trading book, encompassing both proprietary and flow trading activities.
• Develop and execute sophisticated trading strategies across Voluntary Carbon Markets (VCM) and major compliance schemes (e.g., EU ETS, CORSIA, and national/regional schemes).
• Proactively manage market risk exposure, ensuring adherence to established Value-at-Risk (VaR) and capital limits.

Origination & Structuring

• Source, structure, and execute complex offtakes, forwards, and tailored solutions with project developers, corporations, and financial institutions.
• Establish and cultivate long‑term supply partnerships across Nature‑Based Solutions, Technology‑Based projects, and Industrial carbon abatement initiatives.
• Collaborate with clients to deliver comprehensive carbon‑neutral solutions and advanced carbon hedging strategies.
• Build and maintain robust relationships with key stakeholders, including project developers, airlines, utilities, industrials, and institutional investors.
• Represent the firm at industry conferences, working groups, and in regulatory consultation processes.

Key Requirements

• Experience: 7–10+ years of progressive experience in commodities trading, with a mandatory focus of at least 3–5 years specifically within carbon markets.
• Performance: A demonstrable and strong P&L track record derived from active trading in voluntary and/or compliance markets.
• Origination Proficiency: Hands‑on experience successfully closing structured deals, not merely pricing them.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep working knowledge of major registries and standards (e.g., Verra, Gold Standard) and core compliance schemes (e.g., EU ETS, CORSIA).
• Commercial Acumen: Possesses a keen commercial edge, characterized by strong negotiation skills, established relationships, and high credibility with counterparties.
• Market Agility: Proven ability to navigate fast‑moving markets effectively and make decisive risk/reward judgments.

Why Join Us

• Platform Scaling: A unique opportunity to lead and scale a critical carbon platform, supported by significant capital backing.
• Entrepreneurial Environment: Join an entrepreneurial desk, benefiting from robust support functions in risk management, operations, and other cross‑functional areas.
• Corporate Structure: Enjoy the benefits of a flat corporate structure that encourages direct impact and rapid decision‑making.

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