CAREERS
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WHY SILVANIA?
Where science meets commercial ambition
Our vision is to make nature investable — by protecting, managing, and restoring ecosystems, we create lasting value through markets and the long-term, nature-positive outcomes our assets generate.
We work across more than 10 countries, with 14 active projects and a portfolio that spans jurisdictional REDD+, restoration, sustainable forestry, and blue carbon.
Every role at Silvania contributes directly to that mission.
High impact from day one
At the frontier of nature finance
We operate where conservation science, policy, and capital markets intersect — a space that is evolving rapidly and rewards deep expertise.
Backed by Mercuria
Silvania’s cornerstone investment from Mercuria gives us the financial durability and global reach to develop projects at scale.
CURRENT OPENINGS
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We’re currently hiring across commercial, sales, and operations.
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GROWTH
Business Development – Carbon Markets (EMEA)
Drive growth in carbon markets by connecting organizations with high‑integrity nature‑based climate solutions.
- Build and manage client relationships across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.
- Lead business development efforts to support clients in meeting their climate goals.
Business Development - Carbon Markets (EMEA)
Location:London, UK (Hybrid), Middle East or Asia
Job Type: Full-Time | Mid-Level
About the Role
We are seeking a commercially driven Business Development professional with with strong expertise in carbon markets and hands-on experience in Nature-Based Solutions (NCS). This role focuses on developing and managing client relationships across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, driving sales of high-integrity carbon solutions and supporting organizations in achieving their climate goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive sales of carbon credits and related products, with a focus on Nature-Based Solutions projects/programmes.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with corporate clients and institutional stakeholders across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.
- Structure and negotiate long-term carbon deals, including voluntary and compliance market transactions.
- Advise clients on NCS project attributes, pricing, risk management, and placement strategies.
- Collaborate with internal teams to optimize supply and ensure successful delivery of carbon solutions.
- Monitor global carbon market trends, regulatory developments, and emerging opportunities in target regions.
- Prepare and present proposals, term sheets, and commercial frameworks to clients.
Qualifications & Skills
- 7+ years of experience in front-office sales, trading, or origination within energy or carbon markets.
- Strong knowledge of voluntary carbon markets, compliance schemes, and Nature-Based Solutions (including JREDD+, IFM and ARR).
- Proven ability to manage portfolios, P\&L responsibility, and execute structured deals.
- Excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills with a customer-centric approach.
- Commercial mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Fluency in more than one language is advantageous.
- Existing corporate contacts in the Middle East and Asia are preferred.
- Experience working with supply chain corporates is highly desirable.
What we offer
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
- Opportunity to work in a fast-growing sector driving global climate solutions.
- Professional development and exposure to cutting-edge carbon market strategies.
- Collaborative and mission-driven work environment.
GROWTH
Sales Lead – Carbon Markets (USA)
Drive strategic carbon credit sales and build lasting partnerships across the U.S. voluntary and compliance markets.
- Develop, structure, and close voluntary and compliance market carbon transactions.
- Provide tailored carbon solutions backed by market insight to help advance client sustainability goals.
Sales Lead - Carbon Markets (USA)
Location: United States (Remote or Major Hub)
Job Type: Full-Time | Mid-Senior Level
About the Role
We are seeking a commercially driven Sales Lead with deep expertise in U.S. carbon markets, including both voluntary and compliance schemes. This role focuses on building and managing strategic relationships with corporate clients and sustainability leaders across the United States, driving growth in high-integrity carbon solutions and supporting organizations in achieving their climate goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Originate and close carbon credit sales within U.S. voluntary and compliance markets.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with corporate sustainability teams, ESG leaders, and institutional stakeholders.
- Identify new business opportunities and design tailored carbon solutions for clients.
- Structure and negotiate long-term carbon deals, including complex commercial frameworks.
- Provide consultative guidance on market dynamics, pricing, risk management, and placement strategies.
- Collaborate with internal teams to optimize supply and ensure successful delivery of carbon solutions.
- Monitor U.S. carbon market trends, regulatory developments, and emerging opportunities.
- Prepare and present proposals, term sheets, and commercial frameworks to clients.
Qualifications & Skills
- 10+ years of experience in sales, business development or origination within sustainability and carbon markets.
- Strong knowledge of U.S. voluntary and compliance carbon markets, including key programs and standards.
- Established network within the sustainability and ESG community in the U.S.
- Proven ability to execute structured deals and deliver revenue growth.
- Excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills with a customer-centric approach.
- Commercial mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Familiarity with Nature-Based Solutions (REDD+, afforestation, reforestation).
What we offer
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
- Opportunity to work in a fast-growing sector driving global climate solutions.
- Professional development and exposure to cutting-edge carbon market strategies.
- Collaborative and mission-driven work environment.
COMMERCIAL
Junior Carbon Markets & Commercial Operations Associate
Support our commercial team in navigating and responding to opportunities across global carbon markets.
- Assist with RFP responses and engagement with brokers, intermediaries, and market participants.
- Build technical and commercial expertise in a fast‑growing, nature‑focused sector.
Junior Carbon Markets & Commercial Operations Associate
Job Type: Full-Time | Junior/Entry Level
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Carbon Markets & Commercial Operations Associate to support our commercial team in responding to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and engaging with brokers, intermediaries, and market participants. This role is ideal for someone early in their career who has a foundational understanding of carbon markets and a strong interest in developing technical and commercial expertise in a fast-growing sector.
Key Responsibilities
- RFP Management:
- Support the preparation, coordination, and submission of responses to RFPs from corporate clients, financial institutions, and project developers.
- Gather and organize inputs from internal teams to produce accurate, timely, and high-quality proposals.
- Maintain a central repository of proposal documents, templates, and supporting materials.
- Broker & Intermediary Engagement:
- Serve as a first point of contact for carbon market brokers, intermediaries, and exchanges.
- Track incoming opportunities, offers, and market inquiries.
- Assist in managing commercial workflows, including information requests, pricing discussions, and transaction support.
- Market Research & Analysis:
- Monitor carbon market trends, methodologies, pricing, regulations, and emerging opportunities.
- Prepare internal briefs and summaries to support team decision-making.
- Operational & Commercial Support:
- Update CRM systems, deal trackers, and proposal logs.
- Support contract administration, due diligence workflows, and internal coordination between teams (legal, technical, project, and operations).
- Help improve internal processes, templates, and tools related to proposal development and broker management..
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Basic knowledge of carbon markets, including voluntary carbon markets, credits, methodologies, and key industry stakeholders.
- Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to draft clear, concise, and professional responses.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and coordinate inputs from different teams.
- Comfortable interacting with external stakeholders such as brokers and partners.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office or equivalent tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Desirable Experience & Attributes
- Previous internship or work experience in sustainability, climate finance, carbon markets, or environmental consulting.
- Experience supporting commercial processes (e.g., sales operations, proposal writing, client communication).
- A proactive attitude, willingness to learn, and strong team spirit.
- Interest in market mechanisms, climate solutions, and corporate decarbonization strategies.
What we offer
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
- Opportunity to work in a fast-growing sector driving global climate solutions.
- Professional development and exposure to cutting-edge carbon market strategies.
- Collaborative and mission-driven work environment.
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