Sustainability Analyst / Associate

R. ANDERSEN & PARTNERS PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment firm in Singapore is seeking a Sustainability Analyst/Associate to enhance its ESG integration across investment processes. The ideal candidate will support sustainability reporting, engage with portfolio companies, and monitor regulations impacting sustainability. This role requires 3-5 years of relevant experience, strong analytical and stakeholder engagement skills, and proficiency in data analysis and Excel. The firm offers the opportunity to work independently and collaboratively to advance sustainability objectives.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in sustainability, ESG, consulting, private equity, or financial services.
• Strong understanding of carbon accounting methodologies (GHG Protocol) and ESG frameworks (TCFD, SASB, GRI).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Support portfolio company engagement on sustainability initiatives.
• Measure and track carbon emissions across the portfolio.
• Respond to Limited Partner ESG and sustainability questionnaires.
• Conduct sustainability due diligence on prospective investments.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Business, Finance, or related field

Tools

Excel

Job description

About the Client…

Affinity Equity Partners (“Affinity” or “the firm”) is an independently owned and operated buyout fund manager, with founding partners that have worked together since 1998. Asia-Pacific is growing fast and Affinity is home to some of the world’s most talented entrepreneurs and business owners. The firm remains focused on the potential of this region and is proud to be working at its frontiers.

Refined over two decades, Affinity’s investment model works across a variety of control buyouts and control-oriented growth investments. By investing in core markets within Asia, the firm focuses on the sectors that benefit the most from the region’s ongoing economic transformation.

The Portfolio Management Team is seeking a motivated Sustainability Analyst/Associate to help drive ESG integration across the investment process and portfolio.

About the Role…

This role will support ESG engagement and reporting of carbon emissions and EDCI metrics across the whole value-chain involving new investments, portfolio companies, investor engagement, and firm-wide sustainability considerations.

The successful candidate will work closely with portfolio companies to implement sustainability initiatives, perform sustainability due diligence on new investments, and track the broader landscape of sustainability regulations to assess impact.

The ideal candidate will combine analytical rigor with stakeholder engagement skills to advance the firm's sustainability objectives. The successful candidate will report to the Head of ESG and Sustainability and will also be part of the wider Portfolio Management Group.

About the Responsibilities…

Portfolio Engagement & Reporting

• Support portfolio company engagement on sustainability initiatives and ESG matters
• Coordinate sustainability reporting processes across the firm’s portfolio companies
• Prepare portfolio‑level sustainability performance reports and dashboards
• Monitor and track portfolio companies' progress on sustainability KPIs and targets
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and best practice exchange across the portfolio

Carbon & EDCI Metrics Data Collection and Reporting

• Measure and track carbon emissions (Scope 1, 2, and 3) across the portfolio
• Collect, validate, and analyze EDCI metrics
• Develop and maintain data collection systems and reporting frameworks
• Ensure data quality and consistency across portfolio company reporting
• Identify trends and opportunities for improvement across sustainability metrics

LP Reporting & Communications

• Respond to Limited Partner ESG and sustainability questionnaires and data requests
• Prepare portfolio company updates for internal valuation reports
• Compile and analyze portfolio‑level sustainability data for LP reporting
• Coordinate with finance and investor relations teams on ESG‑related LP communications

Sustainability Report Preparation

• Support the preparation of the firm’s annual sustainability report
• Gather and synthesize content from across the firm and portfolio companies
• Develop compelling narratives and case studies highlighting sustainability achievements
• Coordinate with external consultants and internal stakeholders on report production

Investment Due Diligence

• Conduct sustainability due diligence on prospective investments
• Assess potential portfolio companies' ESG management systems, carbon footprints, and material sustainability risks
• Prepare sustainability sections of investment committee memos
• Collaborate with deal teams to integrate sustainability considerations into investment decisions

Regulatory Monitoring & Analysis

• Track evolving sustainability regulations and disclosure requirements globally and in key markets
• Analyze implications of new regulations and the broader private equity industry
• Brief internal stakeholders on regulatory developments and required actions
• Support development of compliance strategies and frameworks

Internal Sustainability Initiatives

• Promote sustainability best practices within the firm
• Support firmwide sustainability initiatives and carbon reduction efforts
• Contribute to the development and refinement of current ESG policies and frameworks
• Participate in Portfolio Management Group activities and initiatives

About the Requirements…

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Business, Finance, or related field
• 3-5 years of experience in sustainability, ESG, consulting, private equity, or financial services
• Strong understanding of carbon accounting methodologies (GHG Protocol) and ESG frameworks (TCFD, SASB, GRI)
• Demonstrated experience with sustainability metrics collection and reporting
• Proficiency in Excel and data analysis; experience with sustainability data platforms preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Strong project management and organizational abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross‑functional teams
• Comfortable engaging with senior executives and external stakeholders

We seek your understanding that we will only be contacting shortlisted candidates.