Associate, Project Development & Commercial in Singapore at ClimeCo LLC

Background

ClimeCo is a respected global advisor, transaction facilitator, trader, and developer of environmental commodity market products and related services. We specialize in voluntary carbon, regulated carbon, renewable energy credits, and regional criteria pollutant trading programs. From policy advisory to ESG strategy, offsets sourcing to project development, we provide comprehensive, vertically integrated solutions to help enhance our customers’ sustainability impact, whether they are responding to emissions regulations or satisfying voluntary sustainability goals.

We are currently seeking a full-time Associate, Project Development & Commercial, for our Project Development Business Unit. This position will be based in Singapore and will report to the Project Manager, Project Development.

Position Description

ClimeCo is seeking an Associate to support project development, carbon credit commercialization, and business development, with a focus on China and the broader Asia-Pacific region. The role will work cross-functionally with Project Development, Products, Transactions, and Commercial teams to support existing projects and identify new business opportunities.

Candidates should have a passion for sustainability and the environment, strong research and analytical skills, and excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Mandarin Chinese. The ideal candidate is a curious self-starter who is comfortable working independently, managing multiple priorities, and collaborating with colleagues across different time zones.

ClimeCo embraces diversity and welcomes candidates who contribute to a climate that supports our staff of all identities and backgrounds. We further commit ourselves to an inclusive workplace where we value the perspectives of all employees by recognizing and appreciating their unique skills and talents. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.

Key responsibilities include:

Project Development & Management

• Support existing industrial N2O abatement projects, including contract administration, customer engagement, data management, verification, and credit issuance
• Coordinate project documentation, monitoring data, and reporting requirements

Carbon Markets & Commercialization

• Research carbon market trends, pricing, buyer demand, and sales opportunities for industrial N2O carbon credits in China
• Support buyer due diligence, preparation of commercial materials, and carbon credit sales
• Identify new project development opportunities, prospective clients, and strategic partners

Products & Certification Programs

• Support the development and promotion of certification programs and LCA referral partnerships in China
• Conduct market research to identify opportunities for expanding ClimeCo’s products and services

Marketing & Market Intelligence

• Manage ClimeCo’s Chinese WeChat official account and support marketing initiatives
• Prepare monthly voluntary carbon market (VCM) reports and customer-facing market updates

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Sustainability, Business, or a related field
• Passion for sustainability and the environment
• 0-3 years of experience with client management
• Fluency in both written and spoken English and Chinese (Mandarin) is essential, including the ability to prepare business communications and review technical documentation in both languages, as the role supports clients, partners, and markets in China
• Strong research, analytical, project coordination, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively across teams
• Curious, self-starter, comfortable working independently, and willing to work across different time zones as needed
• Ability to travel internationally as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in social media management or a marketing-related fiel