ESG Consultant - Sustainable Finance (German speaking)

ISS STOXX; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global research provider is seeking a consultant for its Sustainable Finance Research team in London. The role involves conducting ESG analyses, managing client relationships, and supporting product development within a multicultural environment. Candidates should have a strong background in sustainability consulting, excellent analytical skills, and fluency in English and German.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in sustainability/ESG consulting or capital markets.
• Interest in sustainability and knowledge of Green & Social Bonds.
• Excellent command of English and German.

Responsibilities

• Lead ESG analysis for Green, Social and Sustainability-Linked Bonds.
• Contribute to product and methodology developments.
• Support Sales team on technical requests.

Skills

ESG analysis

Project management

Analytical skills

Interpersonal communication

Customer service

Education

Advanced university degree in environmental science, law, engineering, finance, economics or international relations

Job description

Overview

The Sustainable Finance Research team of ISS-Corporate is seeking a consultant to join its team based in London immediately. This unit oversees providing critical sustainability opinions on Green, Social and Sustainability-Linked Bonds and delivers training to various Debt Capital Market stakeholders looking to advance their ESG strategy. This position offers in depth exposure to environmental and social topics and to various stakeholders driving the development of sustainable finance. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work highly independently, contribute to product and methodology development, and to support the high growth of the business. Successful candidates will have a passion for sustainability, enjoy fast-paced and multicultural teamwork, and have a strong analytical and critical mindset. The successful candidate will interact daily with colleagues in our global team and with clients from around the globe.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support second party opinion (SPO) and external review projects by conducting ESG analysis of Green, Social and Sustainability-Linked Bonds including assessment of the strategy of bond issuers, managing client relationships and producing reports
• Contribute to product and methodology developments
• Support interactions with the Sales team on technical requests
• Produce content related to Sustainable Bonds

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience relating to sustainability/ESG consulting, environmental/climate consulting or capital markets is required
• Advanced university degree ideally in environmental science or law, engineering, finance, economics, international relations
• Demonstrated interest in sustainability in general and specific knowledge in Green & Social Bonds, sustainable finance or analysis of corporate sustainability strategy is a requirement
• Experience with sustainable finance regulation and taxonomies (EU Taxonomy, CBI, EU Green Bond Standard, CSRD etc.) is a plus
• Excellent analytical skills and sharp attention to details
• Very strong project management / organizational skills & track-record in meeting deadlines for multi-stakeholder projects
• Excellent oral and written command of English and German is required
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with customer-first attitude
• Experience in working successfully in client facing roles is a plus
• Enthusiasm for working in a multicultural, highly collaborative and innovative team across different locations

About ISS STOXX and ISS Corporate Solutions: ISS STOXX is a leading provider of research and technology solutions for the financial market, offering benchmark and custom indices globally. ISS Corporate Solutions provides SaaS and high-touch advisory services to companies in governance, compensation, sustainability, and cyber risk programs. ISS is committed to fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion.

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