Senior Analyst, Sustainability

Avature; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in investment seeks a Senior ESG Data Practitioner to join its Sustainability team in London. This vital role involves managing and analyzing ESG data, supporting reporting efforts, and collaborating with diverse teams to enhance sustainability initiatives. Applicants should have significant experience in ESG data, with strong analytical skills and a commitment to driving impactful sustainability strategies.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in ESG data and sustainability analytics.
• Experience with GHG accounting and ESG frameworks.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead ESG data management and reporting for portfolio companies.
• Support preparation of sustainability reports and disclosures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance ESG integration.

Skills

Quantitative skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

Advanced Excel

Job description

The Carlyle Group is seeking an experienced ESG Data Practitioner to join its Sustainability team in a mission-critical role. The Senior Analyst will lead ESG data management, analysis, and reporting across portfolio companies, fund-level initiatives, and firm-level disclosures. This role involves close collaboration with Investor Relations, Fund Management, and Investment teams to strengthen Carlyle’s ESG data infrastructure and reporting capabilities. It also offers a unique opportunity to contribute directly to the firm’s core strategic Sustainability objectives.

Responsibilities

ESG Data Management & Analytics

• Lead the collection, consolidation, assurance preparation and disclosure of GHG emissions data across Carlyle’s global portfolio, including Scopes 1, 2, and relevant Scope 3 categories.
• Support implementation of emissions accounting in line with PCAF, GHG Protocol, and evolving regulatory expectations (e.g., SEC, SFDR).
• Partner with portfolio companies to improve emissions estimates, target-setting, and data quality over time.
• Leverage ESG data platforms and GHG accounting tools to enhance automation and analytics capabilities.
• Build and maintain ESG datasets to track progress toward Carlyle’s Net Zero 2050 goals and interim milestones.

Reporting and Disclosures

• Support the preparation of internal and external sustainability reports, including Carlyle’s annual ESG and impact report, TCFD disclosure, and Data Convergence Initiative reporting.
• Lead the preparation of sustainability questionnaires including PRI and GRESB and regulatory disclosures including SFDR.
• Support LP engagement and regulatory disclosures with tailored data insights and visualizations.
• Respond to ESG due diligence questionnaires and RFPs with high-quality, data-driven inputs.
• Develop dashboards and data visualization tools for internal and external stakeholders.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Investment, Investor Relations, Legal & Compliance, and Fund Management teams to support ESG integration and disclosures.
• Support climate scenario analysis, ESG risk identification, and portfolio-level sustainability analytics.

Qualifications

Education & Certificates

Professional Experience

• 3–5 years of experience in ESG data, sustainability analytics, climate risk, or impact measurement—ideally in financial services or consulting
• Experience with Corporate and Financial Institution GHG accounting required
• 2 years of experience in an ESG-related financial/consulting//accounting role or similar industry, preferred
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills; advanced Excel required.
• Familiarity with ESG data providers and tools (e.g., Watershed,).
• Experience with ESG frameworks: GHG Protocol, PCAF, TCFD, SFDR, ISSB, UNPRI.
• High proficiency in creating impactful slide decks and reports for senior stakeholders and clients.
• Comfortable working with ambiguity and multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and self-directed.
• Strong project management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Passion for ESG, sustainability, and the evolving role of data in driving value and impact.

Company Information

The Carlyle Group (NASDAQ: CG) is a global investment firm with $453 billion of assets under management and more than half of the AUM managed by women, across 641 investment vehicles as of March 31, 2025. Founded in 1987 in Washington, DC, Carlyle has grown into one of the world's largest and most successful investment firms, with more than 2,300 professionals operating in 29 offices in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Australia. Carlyle places an emphasis on development, retention and inclusion as supported by our internal processes and seven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). Carlyle's purpose is to invest wisely and create value on behalf of its investors, which range from public and private pension funds to wealthy individuals and families to sovereign wealth funds, unions and corporations. Carlyle invests across three segments - Global Private Equity, Global Credit and Carlyle AlpInvest - and has expertise in various industries, including: aerospace, defense & government services, consumer & retail, energy, financial services, healthcare, industrial, real estate, technology & business services, telecommunications & media and transportation.

At Carlyle, we believe that a wide spectrum of experiences and viewpoints drives performance and success. Our CEO, Harvey Schwartz, has stated that, "To build better businesses and create value for all of our stakeholders, we are focused on assembling leadership teams with the strongest insights from a range of perspectives." We strive to foster an environment where ideas are openly shared and valued. By bringing together teams with varied expertise and approaches, we enjoy a competitive advantage and create a stronger foundation for long-term success.