Climate Research Analyst

NFP, an Aon company (UK); London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance and risk management firm in London is seeking a candidate passionate about climate science to develop solutions for climate risk models. You will analyze climate data and present key findings to clients. A PhD in Climate Science and strong programming skills in R/Python are required for this hybrid role.

Benefits

Variety of working style solutions

Two Global Wellbeing Days each year

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of climate science and models.
• Strong programming skills in R or Python.
• Ability to simplify complex academic concepts for non-scientists.

Responsibilities

• Developing solutions for climate risk models.
• Analysing climate model data for specific projects.
• Producing reports and presenting results to clients.

Skills

Understanding of climate science

Programming abilities (R/Python)

Ability to translate academic work

Teamwork and client responsiveness

Education

PhD in Climate Science

Job description

Do you want to help the insurance market understand the impacts of climate change? Do you enjoy applying academic science to industry applications? This role will be tackling both of these questions, and more, as part of a wider team addressing climate change topics! This is a hybrid role, working virtually as well as out of our London office.

Aon is in the business of better decisions

At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. As an organisation, we are united through trust as one inclusive team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

What The Day Will Look Like

This role will be focussed on developing solutions to our current risk models to account for climate change, working across Aon to deliver climate analytics and help the business understand the impacts of climate change, and engaging with clients to deliver our climate analytics.

A Typical Day Will Involve

• Analysing climate model data, as well as observation data, as part of specific projects investigating the impact of climate change.
• Running our risk models and adjusting them to account for climate change.
• Producing reports and presentations summarising the key results and presenting these to clients.
• Staying up to date on the latest academic publications on climate science through academic engagements.
• Keeping up to date with new solutions available within the market.

How This Opportunity Is Different

This opportunity goes beyond high-level discussions about climate change. At Aon, we're delivering real-world solutions, translating the latest climate science and data into actionable insights for the insurance industry. You'll be part of a global team driving innovation, working directly with clients, brokers, academics, and third-party providers to shape the models that underpin risk transfer decisions. Embedded within Risk Solutions, your work will have a direct impact, informing strategy and helping clients navigate the evolving climate landscape with confidence.

Skills And Experience That Will Lead To Success

• A deep understanding of climate science, models and academic work.
• Programming abilities (R/Python) that allow for the analysis of climate data.
• An ability to translate sophisticated academic work and analytics to those without a scientific background.
• A willingness to work as part of a team delivering a range of solutions, as well as responding to client requests.
• A PhD in Climate Science.

How We Support Our Colleagues

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage an inclusive workforce. Our agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. All colleagues enjoy two Global Wellbeing Days each year, encouraging you to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions for our colleagues as well.

Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share, and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. At Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.

Aon values an innovative and inclusive workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, colour, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, or domestic partner status. We welcome applications from all and provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disabilities during the application and interview process. For more information on accommodations, please contact us at the provided email.