Corporate Sales Trader – EU ETS - Lithuanian and Russian

Corporate Sales Trader - Lithuanian and Russian speaker

Position based in Warsaw

JOIN THE FASTEST - GROWING FINANCIAL MARKET

AND HELP CORPORATIONS TRANSITION TO A LOW-CARBON ECONOMY!

We are looking for a highly motivated Corporate Sales Trader to Join our Carbon trading desk in Warsaw.

Fluent Lithuanian and Russian required

The EU Emissions Trading System (ETS) is a cornerstone of the EU's policy to combat climate change and its key tool for reducing greenhouse gas emissions cost-effectively. It is the world's first major carbon market and remains the biggest one.

As a market leader in EU ETS trading we are at a pivotal moment in our growth and looking for the next generation of carbon certificate traders.

Our mission at Vertis is to inspire and empower businesses to make the transition to a low-carbon economy. We have been a pioneer in the carbon markets since 2001 and our drive is relentless to move the world towards a greener future.

We provide our clients with direct access to markets for buying & selling renewable energy certificates and the financialization of these assets provides a strong incentive for organizations toward carbon neutrality.

We are looking for a high-energy talent with a few years of quality sales experience.

🌟 The role

This person will be responsible for developing a portfolio of client accounts to trade within the Baltic countries, and building strong long-term relationships. As a corporate sales trader, you'll be part of our front-office workforce, advising clients on their net zero journey, and trading carbon allowances on their behalf. For this specific position, we are looking for a candidate with a great passion for trading, and a strong commercial mindset. You will assist big events, conduct webinars, conferences, visit clients on a regular basis, and become an expert in the carbon industry.

Cherry on the top, your actions and determination will have a direct impact on some of the largest polluters across the world by supporting them in their net zero journey. We are proud to be considered thought leaders on the market and we are looking for a high-potential individual who can carry the reputation forward.

More about the Role and Core Responsibilities:

• Play a key role in establishing Vertis as a key player in emissions offsetting for Baltic countries

• Be an expert in guiding potential clients in their understanding and inclusion of their sector into the European Emissions Trading Scheme (EU ETS)

• Develop a deep understanding of the market, including regulations, trends, risks, opportunities, and competitors

• Seek and establish partnerships across the industry

• Develop and maintain a portfolio of new customers and counterparts, prioritize your leads, and turn them into clients and transactions

• Introduce ETS and other carbon offsetting mechanisms to assist clients in complying with the regulation and/or reducing their emissions

• Actively develop strategies to pursue and win business opportunities  and increase profitability

• Provide clients with essential market intelligence & analysis to support pricing, trading, and risk mitigation strategies

• Build and represent Vertis’s brand and voice in the market, online, in-person, and through conferences and PR initiatives

We believe you will be great for this role if you have…

• 1 - 4 years of solid experience in a sales position

• Are a strategic and commercial thinker with a substantial entrepreneurial drive to build a business and take deals through to financial close

• Passion and interest to expand your knowledge and expertise into the EU ETS market

• Strong communication skills

• Native in Lithuanian and Russian speaker

• Driving license is a must - regular travel to customers is required

• Relevant degree in Economics, Finance, Business Administration or related is NECESSARY as per regulatory requirements

🏆 Our benefits and perks

• The opportunity to grow with Vertis' carbon trading
• Long-term career prospect with a pioneer in carbon trading offsetting and environmental commodity trading
• Stimulating international work environment
• Flexible hybrid working conditions
• Competitive base salary and exceptional bonus scheme
• Regular activities, and Team building/company trips
• You can sleep well at night knowing you are helping organizations towards a greener future

Vertis provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates and employees. Our policy is clear: there shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation. We value a diverse workplace and encourage individuals from all groups and backgrounds to apply. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone. Should you have concerns about the objectivity or transparency of your application process, we invite you to report it to ethics@vertis.com

Vertis complies with all GDPR requirements. For more information on our data protection policy, please visit https://vertis.com/privacy-policy-recruitment/

Keywords

Corporate SalesTraderLithuanianRussianCarbon TradingEmissions Trading SystemEU ETSSales ExperienceFinancial CloseCommunication SkillsEconomicsFinanceBusiness Administration