Junior Associate - Data Strategy Madrid, Remote

Clarity; Madrid; Remote; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible work options

Private healthcare

Wellness programs

Training budget

Global offices

Job summary

Clarity AI, a global sustainability tech company, seeks a Junior Data Research Associate in Madrid. You will help ensure ESG data accuracy to support reliable sustainability impact measurements and global decision making.

Join a dynamic, diverse team and contribute to data acquisition, project work, and methodological development while enjoying remote/hybrid work options and growth opportunities within a fast‑growing company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in sustainability, finance, economics, or related field.
• Strong data analysis, attention to detail, and ability to work with complex data sets.
• Experience with data collection/research or similar roles preferred.
• Comfort with English communication and collaborative work in a startup environment.

Responsibilities

• Collect, verify, and process ESG data from financial, exchange, and regulator sources.
• Support data collection projects via analysis, QA, and monitoring.
• Research ESG reporting standards and help develop data collection methodologies.
• Mentor external contractors and internal teammates on ESG indicators and frameworks.
• Participate in ad-hoc projects as needed.

Skills

MS Excel

Python

SQL

Data analysis

English (C1)

Education

Bachelor's in Sustainability/Finance/Economics

Tools

BI tools (Quicksight)

Databases

Job description

Clarity AI is a global tech company founded in 2017 with a unique mission: bringing societal impact to markets.

We leverage AI and machine learning technologies to provide top international investors, governments, companies, and consumers with the right data, methodologies, and tools to make more informed decisions.

We are now a team of more than 300 highly passionate and curious individuals from all over the world, with offices in New York, Madrid, London, Paris, and Abu Dhabi. Together, we have established Clarity AI as a leading sustainability tech AI company backed by investors and strategic partners such as BlackRock, SoftBank, and Deutsche Börse, who believe in us and share our goals.

We are dedicated to cultivating an exceptional workplace environment, and we take pride in our culture, defined by our commitment to being fact-based, diverse, transparent, meritocratic, and flexible.

We have plans to continue growing our teams globally, so if you would like to join us on this rocket ship, keep reading! Your work will shape and guide the sustainable decisions of investors, companies and consumers worldwide.

About The Role

We are looking for a Junior Data Research Associate who will help us ensure that we have the most accurate ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) data, in order to provide the most reliable sustainability impact measurements.

The role provides an opportunity to join a dynamic, talented, diverse and young company, as well as be part of the team that leads Data acquisition—one of the foundations of Clarity AI’s value proposition.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Collecting, verifying and processing Sustainability data sourced from various financial, exchange and government regulator websites and official reports.
• Assisting in data collection projects through data analysis, quality assurance and data monitoring.
• Conducting frequent research on ESG reporting standards and assist in the development of methodologies for the collection of best-in-class data.
• Mentoring and training external contractors and internal team on ESG indicators and sustainability frameworks.
• Performing ad‑hoc team projects as needed.

Location & Working

The role is based in Madrid, Spain. Way of Working: Remote / Hybrid.

What You’ll Need

• Highly motivated, independent, proactive and deeply passionate about sustainability and impact.
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Excel, database applications, and BI tools (e.g. Quicksight).
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem‑solving skills, with clear attention to detail to work with complex data sets.
• At least a Bachelor’s degree in Sustainability, Finance, Economics, International Relations, Accounts, Environmental Studies or similar field of study.
• Excellent oral and written English communication skills (minimum C1 level).
• Basic knowledge of Python, SQL and/or business intelligence tools is a plus.
• Experience in Data collection / data research or similar roles.
• Experience in a start‑up and/or tech company.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation, both in terms of base salary as well as equity plans that enable you to share in our success.
• Flexibility in ways of working both in terms of your schedule as well as your location, whether you prefer to work from home, the office, or abroad with access to a global network of co‑working spaces.
• Generous paid time off schemes, including vacation, sabbatical, religious observance and compensation days.
• Meaningful benefits including private healthcare coverage, fitness and wellness programs covered through Wellhub, working‑from‑home allowances to help you set up your home office and cover monthly expenses.
• Professional development with annual training budget for conferences, courses, certifications and access to top market e‑learning platforms.
• Collaborative environment with multiple offices around the globe, regular team activities and events as well as employee‑led resource groups.

More About Clarity AI

Clarity AI’s Founder and CEO, Rebeca Minguela, is a successful entrepreneur who has been recognised by prestigious institutions like the World Economic Forum as one of the most distinguished leaders under 40.

The leadership team has an international presence and is composed of professionals from leading tech, consulting, and banking firms, entrepreneurs, PhDs from top research institutions, and MBA graduates from top business schools.

• The Forrester New Wave – ESG Ratings, Data, and Analytics – Leaders for 2022‑2024
• Investment Week – Best Sustainable Investment Research & Ratings Provider 2023
• Fast Company – Most Innovative Companies 2023
• European Commission | EU Seal of Excellence 2020
• World Economic Forum – Technology Pioneer 2020

Clarity AI believes diversity, inclusion, and belonging are essential for creating an innovative and successful workplace. By actively promoting and engaging in sustainability efforts, we can help create a more equitable and resilient future for our planet and all its inhabitants.