Location London
Job-type Permanent
Salary Negotiable
Reference BBBH12611_1613393385

Acre is working in partnership with one of the UK's leading sustainability services providers. The organisation has quickly risen to be one of the UK's leading boutique sustainability firms, resulting in the immediate requirement for a brand-new Financial Analyst to join the team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a financial analyst who is eager to make an impact in a rapidly growing sector. You will work with a range of national and international clients to deliver net zero strategies and enable zero carbon futures.

Responsibilities:

  • Supporting the development of our clients investments toolset, and in particular the Carbon Footprinting offering

  • Develop data sources, models and analytical tools to strengthen carbon footprinting and ESG analysis tools for financial services clients

  • Gain access to research sources and develop relationships with external agencies including regulators, research analysts, rating agencies and issuers to better understanding ESG and carbon accounting requirements as they pertain to financial market participants

  • Develop and maintain a framework of climate-related financial industry standards, such as PCAF and TCFD, and mapping of carbon footprinting methodologies, metrics and requirements

This is an exciting opportunity for a financial analyst who's passionate about making a difference. We are looking for candidates who align with the company values of courage, curiosity and collaboration. This includes being purpose driven, a great communicator, flexible, commercially minded and great at building relationships.

Experience:

  • 2+ years of experience as a financial analyst or similar role

  • CFA, ACA and CIMA or progress towards the designation and/or qualifications in sustainable investing will be looked upon favourably

  • Previous analytical experience (this may be from an investing or a consulting background)

  • An interest in ESG, particularly climate change and carbon footprinting would be a significant

This is an exciting time to join a company experiencing rapid growth, with the opportunity to hone both commercial and technical acumen and impact the global carbon movement. If you have the desire and experience to drive the global sustainability agenda within the financial sector then please click the link to apply. If you have any questions, please contact Jack Porter via jack.porter@acre.com.