Reporter - Carbon Markets

Job ID: 54417

About the role

As an OPIS Carbon Markets Reporter, you will collect and analyze carbon credit trade data to assess daily pricing indexes for voluntary and U.S. compliance carbon markets. You will contribute to spot and feature news reporting on carbon credit prices, market fundamentals, as well as the fast-changing landscape for climate programs. You will report to the Director - Price Reporter.

About the team

Dow Jones Energy delivers trusted price transparency, benchmarks, analytics, news, and insights across the global energy, chemicals, metals, and fuel supply value chains. Our offerings support institutional investors, analysts, and traders navigating spot, wholesale, and retail markets, as well as emerging segments tied to the global energy transition. Through authoritative data, real-time intelligence, and deep market expertise, Dow Jones Energy enables financial professionals to mitigate risk and make high-stakes commercial decisions in volatile, fast-evolving global markets.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze spot market price transactions from industry participants
• Verify the legitimacy of the transactions and adhere to DJE pricing methodology to create daily price assessments
• Generate breaking and feature news alerts on carbon markets, clean energy, and environmental sustainability initiatives and legislation that impacts pricing
• Research and report on new developments in carbon policies and programs
• Contribute to social media content, blog postings, industry analysis, and publish reports
• Network and develop sources in the carbon industry

Requirements

• At least 3 years of journalism or market analysis experience, preferably in the environmental, commodities, or financial sector
• Price reporting experience covering carbon markets (cap-and-trade/cap-and-invest/voluntary), emissions reduction markets, or commodity market fundamentals
• Experience breaking down complex regulatory and market issues into accurate and easily understood content
• Developed sources and actively engaged with market contacts and stakeholders
• Analyzed data and market drivers quickly with the use of Excel and spreadsheets
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare Plans
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plans
• Comprehensive Insurance Plans
• Lifestyle Programs & Wellness Resources
• Education Benefits
• Family Care Benefits & Caregiving Support
• Commuter Transit Program
• Subscription Discounts
• Employee Referral Program

Pay

Base Pay Range: $70,000 - $90,000

We’re committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation to attract top talent. This pay range reflects our good faith estimate for the role and may vary based on a candidate’s experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors. For bonus-eligible roles, targets are determined based on multiple considerations, including market benchmarks and individual contributions.