Research Analyst, Agricultural Sustainability, Agribusiness Research

WeAreTechWomen; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team dedicated to advancing sustainability in agribusiness! This role seeks an Agricultural Specialist to develop insights and drive research on sustainability trends and risks. With a focus on optimizing sustainable agricultural practices, you will engage with clients, conduct analyses, and provide valuable insights that enhance business value and meet regulatory requirements. An exciting opportunity awaits in a progressive environment where your expertise can make a significant impact on the future of agriculture. If you're passionate about sustainability and agriculture, this is the perfect role for you!

Benefits

Health care coverage

Generous time off

Continuous learning resources

Retirement planning

Family friendly perks

Retail discounts

Referral incentive awards

Qualifications

• 3+ years in sustainable agriculture finance or environmental law.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct feasibility studies and economic assessments for sustainability.
• Engage with clients to provide insights on agricultural sustainability.

Skills

Agricultural knowledge

Sustainability analysis

GHG accounting

Data analysis

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in agriculture sciences

Master's degree in agriculture sciences

Environmental law degree

Tools

Data analysis software

Sustainability assessment tools

Job description

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use): 09

The Team: We are looking for an agricultural specialist to join S&P Global Commodity Insights’ dynamic Agribusiness Research, to help drive Agribusiness Sustainability data and research. The Agribusiness group offers data and research solutions on major crops and food commodities, fertilizers, biofuels, crop science and animal health.

Work schedule: Full time.

The Role: We are seeking an Agricultural specialist able to develop and drive research and insights into Sustainability in Agribusiness to support our customer base on their sustainability journey. These include researching, gathering data and developing insights on sustainability trends and risks in Agribusiness, regulatory frameworks, policy, emissions, and carbon opportunities for the industry.

Responsibilities: We are searching for people who are passionate about agriculture and would like to join an international team of like-minded people, driven to deliver excellence. More specifically, responsibilities include:

1. Apply technical agricultural knowledge to assess and optimize sustainable agricultural products for our clients.
2. Conduct analyses, feasibility studies and economic impact assessments of sustainable agriculture initiatives.
3. Evaluate financial and economic implications of sustainability in agriculture practices and provide key insights to clients on key performance indicators.
4. Demonstrate expertise in agricultural sustainability, understanding its implications for food and agriculture companies, including best practices and innovative approaches to enhance sustainability.
5. Demonstrate expertise in corporate GHG accounting and carbon markets.
6. Analyze and articulate how sustainable agricultural practices can drive business value, improve supply chain resilience, and meet regulatory requirements for food and agriculture companies.
7. Conduct and validate the quality of data & insights.
8. Engage with customers and potential customers, demonstrating expertise and acting as an ambassador for S&P Global pursuit of analytical excellence.

Your Qualifications:

1. Bachelor or master’s degree in agriculture sciences (or equiv.) or environmental law.
2. At least 3 years of relevant experience in one of the key domains: sustainable agriculture finance, environmental law & policy analysis, carbon markets, corporate GHG accounting.
3. Experience working in sustainability in a corporate environment is preferred.
4. Strong analytical skills with acute attention to detail.
5. Excellent spoken and written English skills.

Your Soft Skills:

1. A strong interest in sustainability and agribusiness.
2. The ability to work independently and in an organized manner.
3. Goal and team-orientation.
4. Innovative thinking and proactive behavior.
5. Strong communication and presentation skills.
6. Positive attitude to work.

About S&P Global Commodity Insights:
At S&P Global Commodity Insights, our complete view of global energy and commodities markets enables our customers to make decisions with conviction and create long-term, sustainable value.

We’re a trusted connector that brings together thought leaders, market participants, governments, and regulators to co-create solutions that lead to progress. Vital to navigating Energy Transition, S&P Global Commodity Insights’ coverage includes oil and gas, power, chemicals, metals, agriculture and shipping.

S&P Global Commodity Insights is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global is the world’s foremost provider of credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help many of the world’s leading organizations navigate the economic landscape so they can plan for tomorrow, today.

What’s In It For You?

Our Purpose: Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.

Our People: We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.

Our Values:
Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

Benefits: We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include:

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in-class benefits for families.
• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at S&P Global:
At S&P Global, we believe diversity fuels creative insights, equity unlocks opportunity, and inclusion drives growth and innovation – Powering Global Markets. Our commitment centers on our global workforce, ensuring that our people are empowered to bring their whole selves to work.

Equal Opportunity Employer: S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.

If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: [e-mail] and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.

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