Climate Data Analyst

Atribs Metscon Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an analyst for its Credit Risk Projects and Portfolio Analysis team in Dubai. The role entails providing analytical support for emissions reduction strategies, requiring a degree in engineering and proficiency in data modeling and analysis using Python and Excel VBA. Ideal candidates will have up to 3 years of experience and possess strong teamwork and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Proficient in data modeling and analysis using Python tools and Excel VBA.
• Up to 3 years of relevant experience, preferably in financial services.
• Strong team player with a problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Provide analytical support by evaluating data and tracking industry trends.
• Analyze the Group's financed emissions and develop models for scenario analysis.
• Collaborate with various Group Risk units and external vendors.

Skills

Data modeling

Data analysis

Python

Excel VBA

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Degree in engineering

Job description

Function Overview:
The Credit Risk Projects and Portfolio Analysis team is part of the Group Risk function. It holds functional ownership and responsibility for assigned risk-related projects. This includes coordinating all Group Risk projects, portfolio analyses, and climate risk analytics. The unit collaborates closely with IT, various Group Risk units, business and control function stakeholders, and external vendors to shape and deliver the strategic vision for risk projects. All efforts are aligned with the Group Risk Department's overall objectives.

With a focus on regulatory compliance, including the UAE Climate Decree NDC commitments and the Group's Decarbonization Plan, the Group is initiating an emissions reduction pathway. The analyst in this role will provide analytical support by evaluating data, tracking industry trends, analyzing the Group's financed emissions, and developing models for scenario analysis to inform emissions reduction strategies.

Role Specifications
Education: A degree in engineering is essential, along with a thorough understanding of various emission-intensive production and industrial processes.
Experience: Up to 3 years of relevant experience is required, preferably with some exposure to financial services.
Knowledge & Skills: The role demands high proficiency in data modeling and data analysis using Python tools and Excel VBA. Experience in cross-functional collaboration and managing analytical components of projects is a plus.
Behavioral Competencies: The ideal candidate will be an original thinker with a problem-solving mindset and a positive attitude. Being a strong team player with a focus on continuous improvement and learning is desirable.

Required Experience: IC