The posting
The Candidate
You are passionate about climate change and how to tackle this global issue one trade at a time. We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed team player who fosters superior performance by leveraging their competencies in deal-making and structuring. You have an affinity with commodities and finance, are self-motivated, and eager to develop your commercial skills and work in a close-knit team.
The ideal candidate should be confident but open to direct feedback and preferably have a comprehensive understanding of Certificados de Ahorro Energético (CAEs). You excel at understanding your clients’ needs and transforming them into actions. We are looking for someone who wants to develop and grow with the company to become a key team player.
The Role
As a Sales Trader, you will contribute to the development of Caely Renewables' activities in the Spanish market, focusing on energy efficiency projects and Certificados de Ahorro Energético (CAEs).
You will combine technical analysis of energy-saving projects with commercial activities, identifying opportunities to develop and trade energy savings certificates. You will work closely with clients, energy service companies, utilities, and other market participants to identify eligible projects, assess their potential, and structure transactions that create value for both clients and Caely.
Your role will involve developing new business relationships, managing an existing client portfolio, and contributing to the growth of Caely's presence in Spain. You will receive support from experienced colleagues and management while developing your commercial and technical expertise in the environmental commodities market.
The role will consist of, but not limited to, the following actions on a daily basis:
- Analyse energy efficiency projects to assess their eligibility under the Spanish Energy Savings Certificate (CAE) scheme.
- Identify, calculate, validate, monitor, and develop CAE projects.
- Calculate energy savings and establish project baselines in accordance with the IPMVP protocol, where applicable.
- Develop and maintain relationships with utilities, energy service companies, industrial clients, project developers, and other market participants.
- Identify new business opportunities through cold calling, networking, market research, and other business development activities.
- Support the commercial team in managing and developing the client portfolio.
- Structure transactions that meet both client needs and Caely's commercial objectives.
- Conduct market research to identify trends, opportunities, and developments in the Spanish energy efficiency market.
- Collaborate with colleagues across commercial and technical functions to develop projects and close transactions.
The Requirements
In order to be considered for the role you will meet the following:
- Native-level Spanish and fluent English.
- A degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
- 3–6 years of experience in the energy efficiency sector
- Experience analysing, developing, or managing energy efficiency projects.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage projects and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
- A proactive, self-motivated attitude and an interest in developing commercial skills.
- Knowledge of the Spanish CAE system and/or CMVP/IPMVP certification is a plus.
- Experience with Excel, programming, AI tools, or commercial activities is an advantage.
- Living in Madrid
The Offer
- Work in an inspiring, fast-growing commodity sector
- Competitive salary with a bonus scheme
- Collaborative and ambitious culture
- Get support with a relocation budget
- Unlimited holidays
- Join a diverse team with 15+ nationalities
- Pension scheme
- Access a fully equipped gym 24/7
- Weekly bootcamp fitness classes
- Annual company trip
- Free electric bikes during the day
- Weekly padel court
Disclaimer
As part of our hiring process, you will be invited to our office to meet the team and your prospective manager. Caely only publishes job vacancies through our official platforms: LinkedIn (Caely Renewables: Overview | LinkedIn) and website (Home - Caely Renewables). All communication from Caely will be from a @caely.com email address only. Caely is not affiliated in any way to third party recruiters unless authorized. Please disregard any written or oral request for a job offer or an interview that you believe is or might be fraudulent or suspicious and immediately get in touch with us via email at [email protected] upon receiving a suspicious invite or offer or claim.
