Business Developer

ACT is the world’s leading provider of market-based sustainability solutions. As enablers of the global energy transition, we help organizations hit their climate targets and maximize their profits while reducing risk. Since 2009, we have become a trusted brand in climate projects, green electricity markets, renewable energies and energy efficiency, renewable fuels, emission allowances, and carbon credits.  

From our offices in Amsterdam, New York, Singapore, Shanghai, and Paris, we draw on over a decade of market knowledge to deliver tailor-made solutions and sterling service. Business Development Associates work in region-specific teams to create product portfolios for clients that meet their specific needs and help them drive climate action their way.  

What you’ll do:  

As a Business Developer (India), you will be responsible for building, managing, and expanding your own portfolio of clients. This will involve a strong focus on business development and relationship management, making each day dynamic and varied. In this role, you will have the opportunity to drive market growth in a key emerging region for sustainability, while working closely with a global team of experts across functions. You will engage with both new and existing clients, providing a broad range of tailored solutions to address their diverse sustainability challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and drive ACT’s sales efforts in South Asia across environmental commodities.
• Drive commercial success by developing and executing market and growth strategy aligned with ACT’s Asia Pacific and global financial and impact goals.
• Identify and prioritize key commercial sectors, and design targeted market coverage and growth strategy that reflect regional dynamics and customer needs.
• Identify new clients and build long-term relationships with corporate buyers, sustainability leaders, and decision-makers
• Explore and identify new business opportunities through various channels/methods 
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Sustainability, R&D, and Marketing to position ACT as a thought leader in South Asia
• Monitor competition landscape, build relationships with industry players and expand business network to support partnership strategies.
• Keep updated with market changes and industry updates. 

To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates with the following qualifications and attributes

• A Bachelor’s / Master's graduate, preferably in Business, Economics, or Finance;  
• 5–10 years of experience in B2B sales or corporate sustainability, ideally in energy, RECs, carbon, or adjacent industries
• Experience with the regional markets of South Asia (India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Pakistan)
• Existing network of buyers, sustainability professionals, and key decision makers within relevant industries is a strong plus.
• Ability to communicate complex sales progress and opportunities in crisp, actionable formats
• Collaborative team player who contributes insights and energy to group success
• Has a track record of generating leads, building pipelines, and closing deals independently
• Entrepreneurial mindset and thrives in high pressured environment; 
• Affinity in sales, business development and commodities;
• Accountability, responsibility, and openness to learning fast.

If you meet these criteria and are ready to contribute your expertise to a dynamic and challenging environment, we encourage you to apply.