ESG Associate

Attribution Search; Greater London; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Attribution Search is seeking an ESG-focused investment professional in London to assess ESG risks and opportunities across private-market portfolios. You will work with investment professionals and senior leadership to shape how sustainability informs investment decisions.

The role involves leading ESG analysis, due diligence, portfolio monitoring and development of ESG frameworks, with regular reporting to senior stakeholders and investors.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years' experience in a strong analytical or investment environment.
• Exposure to Private Credit / Direct Lending, Private Equity, Investment Banking / Restructuring, Credit / Equity Research, Hedge Funds, ESG / Sustainability Consulting.

Responsibilities

• Lead ESG analysis across a portfolio of private-market investments.
• Assess climate, emissions and wider ESG data and translate findings into investment insight.
• Support ESG due diligence, portfolio monitoring and engagement with portfolio companies.
• Help develop and enhance ESG frameworks, methodologies and processes.
• Prepare high-quality materials for senior stakeholders and reporting.
• Partner with investment teams on strategic ESG initiatives and portfolio priorities.

Skills

ESG analysis

Excel

Analytical skills

Communication

Tools

Excel

Job description

A newly created opportunity to join a leading global investment platform, working at the intersection of ESG and private markets.

This is a highly investment-focused ESG role, working closely with investment professionals and senior leadership to assess ESG risks and opportunities across the portfolio and help shape how sustainability is integrated into investment decisions.

Daily Duties

• Lead ESG analysis across a portfolio of private-market investments.
• Assess climate, emissions and wider ESG data, translating findings into meaningful investment insight.
• Support ESG due diligence, portfolio monitoring and engagement with portfolio companies.
• Help develop and enhance ESG frameworks, methodologies and processes.
• Prepare high-quality materials for senior stakeholders, alongside regulatory and investor reporting.
• Partner with investment teams on strategic ESG initiatives and portfolio-level priorities.

They're looking for 3–6 years' experience from a strong analytical or investment environment, ideally across:

• Private Credit / Direct Lending
• Private Equity
• Investment Banking / Restructuring
• Credit / Equity Research
• Hedge Funds
• ESG / Sustainability Consulting

You’ll need strong analytical and communication skills, excellent Excel capability and the ability to research complex topics, form an independent view and translate ESG considerations into commercial, investment-focused insight.

Up to £120k total compensation + benefits.