Associate - Carbon Sales Trading

Sydney
Investment Banking
Permanent

We are partnering with a global financial services firm with a strong presence across commodities and environmental markets. The business is recognised for its deep market expertise, strong client relationships, and technology-driven trading capabilities across both on- and off-exchange products.

As part of continued growth, we are seeking an Associate within Carbon Sales Trading to join a high-performing energy and environmental products team in Sydney.

The Role

This is a client-facing position suited to an ambitious and commercially minded individual looking to build a career within environmental products. You will manage and grow a portfolio while working closely with institutional clients across global markets.

Key Responsibilities

Client & Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with institutional clients
• Act as a key point of contact, providing market updates and insights
• Identify opportunities to expand client activity and grow revenue
• Support onboarding of new clients and ongoing relationship management

Revenue & Business Growth

• Drive revenue growth across carbon and environmental products
• Identify new business opportunities and contribute to client acquisition
• Monitor client performance, revenue, and risk metrics
• Contribute to strategic initiatives to improve profitability

Trading & Market Engagement

• Engage in commodities markets, with a focus on carbon, power, and renewables
• Work closely with clients including banks, hedge funds, trading houses, and corporates
• Analyse market trends to support trading strategies and client engagement

Collaboration & Operations

• Partner with internal teams including risk, operations, and technology
• Support process improvements and operational efficiency initiatives
• Ensure adherence to all regulatory and compliance requirements

About You

• Experience within financial markets, commodities, or sales trading
• Strong analytical and commercial mindset
• Proven ability to build and maintain client relationships
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-performance environment
• Understanding of risk, compliance, and regulated environments
• Proactive, resilient, and able to take ownership

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to join a globally connected platform within a growing market
• Exposure to institutional clients and international trading environments
• Collaborative and high-performing team culture
• Strong career development opportunities within commodities and environmental markets