Senior Analyst - Climate Finance

Who we are:

Verdantix are an award-winning independent research, advisory and events firm; that acts as an essential thought-leader for world-enhancing innovation through our expertise in digital strategies for Sustainability, Real Estate and Built Environment, ESG, Operational Excellence, Net Zero and Risk Management. From our offices in Central London, New York City and Boston, we produce high quality research, deliver consulting projects and create events for senior managers, technology executives and investors.

The Role:

Working with an excellent team of analysts located in the firm’s UK and US offices, the analyst will play a pivotal role in providing our clients with an informed view of how the financial services (and real economy) markets are adapting to climate change and managing the transition to net zero.

We are looking for candidates who are interested in joining our award-winning research firm, focusing on a research area that requires passion and practicality, and building a career in one of our fastest growing research teams.

Excelling in the role requires an enthusiasm for understanding how technology can improve business outcomes, experience in producing high-quality written deliverables, and the ability to contribute to client-facing engagements. Successful candidates will have the ambition to undertake a wide range of qualitative and quantitative research in collaboration with other analysts.

For this role, we are considering applications in the region of £55,000 - £60,000 (dependent on experience) with a very competitive bonus, paid quarterly.

Our analysts benefit from our structured ‘Analyst Training Framework’ which offers tailored learning which will equip high performers to progress their careers further at Verdantix.

What you'll be doing:

• Conducting research on net zero and decarbonization-related software and services based on the established portfolio of Verdantix methodologies.
• Undertaking research interviews with senior managers at corporations and financial firms, as well as executives at technology vendors.
• Building quantitative models to size and forecast software and services markets.
• Efficiently writing high-quality research documents in English.
• Producing reports on technology vendors based on technology briefings.
• Supporting client workshops and consulting projects.
• Working on consulting projects relating to net zero and decarbonization growth strategies and product marketing thought leadership.
• Attending industry events to help raise the profile of Verdantix in the market.
• Supporting marketing efforts by writing blogs and engaging in social media activities.

What we're looking for:

• Educated to undergraduate level with a preference for top-tier universities.
• Very interested to see candidates with relevant post-graduate qualifications (Masters or PhD).
• Alternately, 5 or more years of experience working with climate data for financial services firms or use cases (financed emissions measurement, portfolio decarbonization, transition planning), either on the buy-side as a client or the sell-side as a provider.
• Experience in conducting research interviews and contributing to the development of research reports is a plus.
• Existing subject matter expertise on how financial market participants are using non-financial climate data and tools in order to reduce their risks, pursue new opportunities, and meet current and future regulations.
• Insight into the challenges around acquiring, analysing and applying climate data to decision-making processes at financial services firms.
• Ability to articulate an informed view of the factors that will influence investors’ climate transition decisions over the next ten years.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to solve problems and come up with new ideas.

Additional Benefits:

• Competitive salary (with annual review)
• Performance-driven quarterly bonus scheme
• Pension with enhanced employer contribution
• Generous holiday entitlement, accruing an extra day with every year worked (local capping applies)
• Quarterly employee recognition scheme
• Hybrid working option with the aim of promoting flexibility and work-life balance
• Private medical insurance including online GP service, mental health support, discounted gym memberships
• Enhanced family-friendly benefits
• Weekly ‘flexi-hour’ to extend a lunch break or finish early on your day of choice
• Cycle to work scheme - tax efficient purchase of a bike, bike accessories, or both
• Time off for volunteering when done through our partner OnHand: an app for local volunteering and climate action
• Multiple social events throughout the year, including Company Ramble & Sports Day
• Strong focus on learning and development with career plans for all employees
• Dog friendly office
• Fantastic colleagues with a great sense of humour!

Why Verdantix:

We seek individuals with a passionate belief that innovation and technology can transform corporate EHS, operational risk and real estate performance. People who thrive at Verdantix have a proven work ethic, a desire to be challenged, and a strong sense of curiosity. Our management culture and career development is based on achievements, skills and behaviours with quarterly reviews that keep individuals and the firm on track. We recognize that everyone on the Verdantix team has a significant contribution to make to the growth of the business. We operate with a high level of transparency about business performance and include all employees in big decisions such as growth strategies and new product launches. Come and join our growing team!

Verdantix is a winner of ‘The 2021 Queen’s Award for Enterprise in the International Trade’ category. The Queen’s Awards for Enterprise are the most prestigious awards in the United Kingdom. Verdantix won the Queen’s Award due to its sustained growth in international trade over the last three years – including through the pandemic. This rapid, consistent growth reflects demand for the high-quality research and advisory services that Verdantix provides to clients in seventeen countries.

Verdantix is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to providing a work environment that is free from all forms of discrimination. We want our recruitment process to reflect that. Please tell your recruitment partner directly if there’s anything you need to make our interview process more accessible.