Head of Carbon Markets Division (m/f) at the Zurich Location 80-100%

At myclimate, curious and committed people are dedicated to climate protection. For us, it is not just a workplace but a mission: We shape a sustainable future. In everything we do, our goal is the greatest possible impact in climate protection.

We operate in a highly dynamic, international environment where climate protection, regulation, and market mechanisms interact. Our Carbon Markets division is the heart of the organization: here projects, products, and services are created that advance climate protection worldwide, generate impact, and provide our partners with guidance on the path to a Net Zero world.

With 35 highly motivated employees, we develop and manage around 80 reduction and sink projects worldwide in about 45 countries. All our projects meet the highest international standards, have an impact far beyond climate protection in the local population, and contribute to sustainable development.

Let’s shape our future together! You identify with our purpose of climate protection and want to shape the future of our world together with the myclimate team? 

Then start with us immediately as

Head of Carbon Markets Division (m/f) 80-100% at the Zurich location 

• You take overall responsibility for the strategy, positioning, and operational management of the Carbon Markets division – thus decisively shaping its future.
• You drive the further development of our activities and find the right balance between quality, regulatory requirements, and innovation potential.
• Together with an experienced management team and highly specialized employees, you lead the division with energy, clarity, and a good sense for stability and change.
• You develop the strategic direction in close coordination with the executive management and board of trustees and set new impulses for the future of the division.
• You ensure that ongoing projects and programs are successfully implemented – with a focus on impact, cost-effectiveness, and efficient use of resources.
• You position the division confidently in the complex market environment of Voluntary Carbon Markets, Paris Agreement Compliance, CORSIA, and regulatory frameworks.
• You inspire, promote, and empower a highly qualified team and live a leadership culture based on coaching, trust, and shared responsibility.
• You recognize opportunities for change and innovation and implement them purposefully without jeopardizing the stability and credibility of the division.
• You represent the division convincingly externally and build sustainable relationships with stakeholders from business, politics, regulation, and civil society.
• You ensure the highest integrity, credibility, and "street credibility" throughout the entire carbon market ecosystem – thus expanding our position as a recognized player.

• You bring 10–15 years of leadership experience in a complex, international market environment – ideally in areas such as climate protection, financial markets, sustainability, or energy.
• You have in-depth knowledge in the field of carbon markets, climate policy, or related topics and use your international network to create impact.
• You not only know the abbreviations BVCM, PACM, NBS, MAIN, PDD, CA, CER/VER, ITMO, and CORSIA but can confidently explain the concepts behind them – without technical aids.
• You think strategically and act with strong implementation skills – with a clear priority on solutions and impact.
• You convince with strong leadership and management skills and know how to lead, inspire, and achieve success together with an experienced team.
• You shape change processes with good judgment and manage to win employees over to new paths and actively involve them.
• You communicate clearly and empathetically, appear confident, and convince through credibility, empathy, and your ability to maintain and expand networks.
• You master German and English at an excellent level; additional languages are a plus that further enhances your international impact.

• A key role in an internationally recognized climate protection organization
• The chance to effectively shape climate protection at the highest level
• Scope for design in a future market with global relevance
• Direct reporting line to the Co-CEOs as well as close collaboration with the executive management and the team leadership team
• Flexible working hours and overtime compensation
• Flexible mix between home office and office in the heart of Zurich as well as working on the train
• 25 vacation days per year, vacation purchase, and sabbatical
• Subsidies for public transport (SBB half-fare card)
• Discounted lunch, coffee/tea, water, juice & fruit
• Annual training budget
• Coverage of insurance and pension fund
• Ergonomic working, e.g., height-adjustable desks

We look forward to receiving your complete application documents including your salary expectations and availability on our application portal. 

For further information, please contact our Talent Acquisition Manager
Heidi: jobs@myclimate.org (please do not submit applications via this email).