CARBON MARKET ANALYST (TRADING & MARKETING)
Location: European / Remote
Level: Analyst (3–5 years experience)
Reporting to: Head of Sales & Marketing
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Quadriz, founded in 2019, is the largest carbon project developer in Paraguay. We specialize in Nature-based Solutions (NBS), specifically protecting the native forests of the Gran Chaco—one of the world's most critical biodiversity hotspots. Our flagship REDD+ project, “Corazón Verde del Chaco,” conserves 32,000 hectares of forest. Our sister company, Investancia (est. 2011), focuses on reforestation and advanced biofuel feedstocks (HVO/SAF). Together, we operate at the intersection of conservation, reforestation, and global climate finance.
THE ROLE
This role sits at the intersection of markets, data, and storytelling. You will support global carbon market activities across the Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM), compliance schemes, and biofuel markets.
Scope of Focus
* 40% Market Analytics: Translating complex data into actionable insights.
* 30% Trading & Capital Raising: Supporting deal flow and investor relations.
* 30% Marketing & Go-to-Market: Creating compelling, data-driven content.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Market Analytics (40%)
* Synthesize Dynamics: Review VCM and compliance market movements, liquidity, and themes.
* Policy Monitoring: Track regulatory changes, methodology updates, and emerging trends.
* Modeling: Maintain price curves, scenario views, and opportunity screens for credits and allowances.
* Insight Integration: Analyze project methodologies and co-benefits to inform trading and fundraising narratives.
* Reporting: Prepare periodic dashboards and internal/external memos.
2. Trade & Fundraising Support (30%)
* Execution Support: Manage incoming trade requests and coordinate timely internal responses.
* Counterparty Management: Maintain a portfolio database of corporate and financial intermediaries.
* Investor Relations: Develop fundraising applications, investor presentations, and investment proposals.
* Event Prep: Prepare briefing materials for industry events and attend as part of the commercial team.
3. Marketing & Business Development (30%)
* Content Creation: Produce thought-leadership snippets, product sheets, and slide decks.
* Campaign Support: Draft copy for digital/offline marketing and manage content calendars.
* Segmentation: Adapt messaging for specific audiences, including corporates, funds, and intermediaries.
REQUIREMENTS
Experience & Knowledge
* 3–5+ years in carbon markets, energy/commodity trading, finance, or climate policy.
* Direct exposure to VCM or compliance carbon systems (ETS) is strongly preferred.
* Solid understanding of carbon pricing drivers, registries, and standards (Verra, Gold Standard, etc.).
Technical & Soft Skills
* Analytical Rigor: High proficiency in Excel (data handling, basic modeling, and charting).
* Communication: Exceptional writing skills; able to simplify technical data into "human" narratives.
* Languages: Native or fluent English is required; Spanish is a significant advantage.
* Tools: Comfort with collaboration tools like Notion or similar platforms.
* Mindset: A self-starter who thrives in "fast-moving" ambiguity and takes full ownership of outputs.
WHY JOIN US?
* Impact: Direct involvement in high-impact REDD+, ARR, and biofuel projects.
* Exposure: A front-row seat to the evolution of global climate finance and Latin American agroforestry.
* Growth: A multi-faceted role blending analytics, trading, and marketing.
* Culture: A mission-driven, collaborative environment focused on meaningful nature outcomes.