Senior Sales Associate - Environmental Commodities (German Speaking)

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Location London, England Sector Energy & Renewables Salary £120,000.00 per annum Benefits Bonus scheme, private healthcare, pension, and flexible working options, visa sponsorship if needed

We are supporting a leading London-based energy and environmental commodities firm that helps major European businesses navigate the transition to a low-carbon economy. Their core business focuses on carbon trading, environmental certificates, and clean energy solutions across EU markets.

They're now hiring a German-speaking Senior Sales Associateto drive business development across the DACHmarket, focusing on carbon markets and environmental products such as EUAs and GOs. This is a front-office role combining client relationship management, market engagement, and trade execution.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Build and manage relationships with corporate clients and trading counterparties in the DACH region.
• Sell environmental commodities (e.g. EU allowances, renewable certificates) to large energy users and sustainability-conscious businesses.
• Track market trends, policy changes, and commercial opportunities across EU carbon and energy markets.
• Work closely with internal traders and analysts to align client needs with market positions and strategy.
• Prepare proposals, presentations, and trading documentation in collaboration with the wider sales and trading team.
• Maintain accurate CRM records and contribute to the company's commercial intelligence.

• 3+ years in a front-office sales, trading, or business development role in energy, commodities, or environmental markets.
• Proven experience managing corporate clients and closing deals in complex or regulated markets.
• Deep understanding of EU environmental products (EU ETS, GOOs, voluntary offsets).
• Native or fluent German and strong English (written and spoken).
• Strong communication skills, confidence in client meetings, and a structured, data-driven sales approach.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and comfort using Excel/PowerPoint for sales materials.

• This is a great opportunity to join a fast-growing firm shaping how businesses transition to a low-carbon economy through innovative financial solutions.
• You'll play key role in driving sales across the German/EU Market and delivering growth.