Climate Data Analyst

Your Team Responsibilities

The Climate data collection team is responsible for research related to climate datasets for approximately 13K companies. The team’s data collection is focused on climate-related metrics, which include carbon emissions, climate change targets and commitments, using a variety of sources, such as annual reports, sustainability reports, news publications, and other company disclosures.

Your Key Responsibilities

Your role will involve data collection and analysis for Climate data-Emissions, Carbon credits and Carbon Projects Collect data for climate datasets that includes Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions, GHG reduction targets, TCFD data, Carbon Credits and Carbon Projects Contributing and Leading transformation projects, driving initiatives to improve the Quality of data Your key task would include analyzing, collecting the data and also review (QA) the data Familiarity with public company reporting, including SEC filings, annual reports, sustainability reports, financial statements, interim report structure, bond prospectus and corporate governance documents Familiarity with capital markets, esp. navigating stock details on exchanges Understand common corporate events and how it impacts securities and issuers Understanding of different types of listings issued within and across different countries (the USA, Japan, UK and China) Building SOP, guidance for improving the data collection process Collaborating with teams across different geographies and client teams Familiarity with data protection, and infringement guidelines (knowing which websites data can be downloaded from)

Your skills and experience that will help you excel

Bachelor's degree in finance, statistics, sustainability, environmental science, energy sciences, business, or environment Knowledge of climate change issues and regulations, including carbon offsets, climate reporting standards (e.g. TCFD, ISSB) and frameworks (e.g. IPCC, UNFCCC, etc) Background on GHG assessments, TCFD, GRI reporting, Voluntary Carbon Markets Analytical approach to data collection – asks questions to make sense of data, esp. when data collection needs investigation Detail-oriented. Ability to spot errors, and connect the dots regarding the task that they have been allocated Ability to follow SOPs and extend them in case of uncovered exceptions Ability to make and defend sound and consistent judgments. Show expertise when needed Intrinsically motivated to improve their own performance and constantly consider ways to improve the processes they work with

About MSCI

 

What we offer you

• Transparent compensation schemes and comprehensive employee benefits, tailored to your location, ensuring your financial security, health, and overall wellbeing.

• Flexible working arrangements, advanced technology, and collaborative workspaces.

• A culture of high performance and innovation where we experiment with new ideas and take responsibility for achieving results.

• A global network of talented colleagues, who inspire, support, and share their expertise to innovate and deliver for our clients.

• Global Orientation program to kickstart your journey, followed by access to our Learning@MSCI platform, LinkedIn Learning Pro and tailored learning opportunities for ongoing skills development.

• Multi-directional career paths that offer professional growth and development through new challenges, internal mobility and expanded roles.

• We actively nurture an environment that builds a sense of inclusion belonging and connection, including eight Employee Resource Groups. All Abilities, Asian Support Network, Black Leadership Network, Climate Action Network, Hola! MSCI, Pride & Allies, Women in Tech, and Women’s Leadership Forum.

At MSCI we are passionate about what we do, and we are inspired by our purpose – to power better investment decisions. You’ll be part of an industry-leading network of creative, curious, and entrepreneurial pioneers. This is a space where you can challenge yourself, set new standards and perform beyond expectations for yourself, our clients, and our industry.

MSCI is a leading provider of critical decision support tools and services for the global investment community. With over 50 years of expertise in research, data, and technology, we power better investment decisions by enabling clients to understand and analyze key drivers of risk and return and confidently build more effective portfolios. We create industry-leading research-enhanced solutions that clients use to gain insight into and improve transparency across the investment process.

MSCI Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce. It is the policy of the firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected parental leave), veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. MSCI is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please email Disability.Assistance@msci.com and indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Please note, this e-mail is intended only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation; it is not intended for other inquiries.

 

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