Carbon Investment Director, Australia

4 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia South Pole Full time
About the Job

South Pole is a global company offering comprehensive sustainability solutions and services. We strive to create a sustainable society and economy that positively impacts our climate, ecosystems, and developing communities.

Job Summary

This role focuses on executing our long-term growth strategy within the Australian carbon market, leveraging opportunities under the ERF scheme. The Director will be key in developing partnerships, raising third-party capital, and deploying South Pole's investments into the market.

Main Responsibilities
  • Strategy: Refine and lead the execution of the Australian growth strategy in the Australian carbon market and third-party offerings, enhancing buyer and investor relationships to drive impactful and scalable results.
  • Projects: Oversee the sourcing, development, and management of a high-quality, diverse pipeline of carbon projects under the ERF scheme.
  • Management: Manage interdisciplinary teams, including commercial and technical leads, ensuring seamless project execution and downstream sales.
  • Partnerships: Forge and expand partnerships to grow South Pole's market presence in Australia.
  • Commercial: Oversee all phases of transactions—from origination and structuring to negotiation and closing for long-term offtake or investment agreements, including project finance/sourcing.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with global functional and regional leaders to leverage South Pole's global technical expertise and network to drive related business development activities.
  • Leadership: Actively contribute to the regional leadership team, driving strategic decision-making and spearheading new opportunities for the region.
  • Representation: Represent South Pole at regional events and support all South Pole business activities, maintaining satisfaction of clients and relevant stakeholders, engagement with local governments, related public sectors, and NGOs in Australia.
Requirements
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Environmental Science, Business, or a related field; MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred.
  • Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in investment management, with a focus on carbon markets or sustainability investments.
  • Carbon Market Expertise: Proven experience in the Australian carbon market, with a strong understanding of the ERF scheme and carbon finance.
  • Capital Raising & Investment: Demonstrated success in attracting third-party capital and deploying it into carbon projects.
  • Project Finance Skills: Strong financial modelling and forecasting abilities, ideally in project finance or similar fields.
  • Strategic Leadership: Ability to develop and execute growth strategies, exceed financial targets, and lead teams effectively.
  • Relationship Management: Strong skills in building and managing partnerships with key stakeholders and investors.
  • Deal Execution: Experience in structuring and closing complex investment and offtake agreements.
  • Communication: Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to represent South Pole at industry events.
What We Offer

At South Pole, we care about our employees as much as we care about the planet. We're a team that values purpose, meaning, and growth. Join us and make a real difference for our clients and the planet, while building your knowledge, skills, and career in a fun, dynamic, international, and fast-growing organization.

We're an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. Our recruitment is based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, or disability.

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