Carbon Solutions Advisor

at  Nasdaq

Nasdaq is a leading global provider of trading, clearing, exchange technology, listing, information and public company services. Through its diverse portfolio of solutions, Nasdaq enables customers to plan, optimize and execute their business vision with confidence, using proven technologies that provide transparency and insight for navigating today’s global capital markets. As the creator of the world’s first electronic stock market, its technology powers more than 100 marketplaces in 50 countries, and 1 in 10 of the world’s securities transactions. Nasdaq is home to approximately 4,000 total listings with a market value of approximately $15 trillion.
What will you be doing?
Nasdaq’s ESG Solutions group supports corporates across the globe at every phase of their sustainability evolution. Our position at the nexus of the capital markets and as a long-time trusted partner for both investors and corporates across the world provides a unique perspective and ability to empower corporates to contribute to a more sustainable planet and communities for tomorrow. As a result, we’re growing our climate solution team to advance our client’s need for best-in-class advisory and carbon accounting software support. This Carbon Consultant role will work directly with companies on a variety of strategic climate initiatives and support them through their climate journey.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive carbon footprint assessments, including scope 1, 2 & 3 for a diverse range of customers
• Support the development and implementation of carbon reduction strategies tailored to customers specific needs and industry requirements, inclusive of setting science-based targets..
• Conduct and lead research in both quantitative & qualitative formats, including the timely synthesis of complex data into meaningful insights
• Manage multiple projects independently with minimal supervision to meet tight deadlines
• Define conversion methodologies and emission factors based off industry best practice and regulatory requirements
• Support the development of process documentation and provide recommendations on appropriate emission calculation factors, calculation methodologies and estimation methodologies
• Play a leading role in project managing carbon accounting projects within Nasdaq’s ESG Solutions business
• Provide training and support for Nasdaq Metrio’s carbon accounting tool
• Fuel client success through successful implementation of Nasdaq Metrio’s carbon accounting tool
• Integrate climate expertise and customer feedback into communication channels with sales, customer success, engineering and advisory teams.
• Assist in the development of new carbon accounting product features

Who are we looking for?

• Proven experience in carbon accounting, sustainability consulting or a related field
• Proficiency in carbon accounting software and data analysis tools
• Excellent English communication skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Proven project management skills with the ability to stay on track and meet deadlines
• Demonstrated experience developing scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions inventories, with demonstrated experience in key topic areas, including setting inventory boundaries, accounting for renewable energy, and accounting for supply chain emissions using multiple approaches (EEIO, LCA, supplier-specific data)
• Experience building productive and collaborative relationships with team members
• Familiarity with carbon accounting and reporting standards and programs (e.g., ISO 14064, GHG Protocol, TCR)

It would also be great if you have:

• Sound understanding of Life Cycle Assessments and Product Carbon Footprints
• Experience with third-party audits of inventories, and with auditors/assurance providers
• Proven experience in corporate GHG emissions accounting across multiple sectors, acquired either in-house or in a consultancy environment
• Experience developing Science Based Targets and decarbonization strategies
• Leadership potential and experience mentoring junior staff
• Fluency in French

What will it be like working here?
Nasdaq is a vibrant and entrepreneurial company where everyone is encouraged to take initiative, challenge the status quo and take intelligent risks. We want everyone to feel welcome and bring their authentic self to work. Every day, we are building a culture where we all feel connected, supported and empowered.
Our mission to bring together ingenuity, integrity, and insights to deliver markets that accelerate economic progress and empower people to achieve their greatest ambitions. In recent years, we have increased our commercial focus on ESG.
What do we offer you?
Our London office is located in Bishopsgate and is easily accessed via multiple public transport options. The building offers a member’s gym, bike park, food stalls and proximity to a variety of restaurants, shops and markets.
Nasdaq UK offers our employees a strong compensation package that includes an annual bonus, equity grant, and access to an employee stock purchase program. Employees receive 25 days of annual vacation (plus 1 additional flex day every two months), pension plan, health and dental insurance, career development programs, and more. We advocate flexible ways of working and have a hybrid remote/in-office setting with 2 days per week in the office.
What happens now?
This is a full-time permanent position on-site in London. We advocate flexible ways of working and have a hybrid remote/in-office setting with a minimum 2 days per week in the office.
If you think you would thrive in this role, then we would love to hear from you! As the selection and interview process is ongoing, please submit your application in English as soon as possible.
Come as You Are
Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, color, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

• Conduct comprehensive carbon footprint assessments, including scope 1, 2 & 3 for a diverse range of customers
• Support the development and implementation of carbon reduction strategies tailored to customers specific needs and industry requirements, inclusive of setting science-based targets..
• Conduct and lead research in both quantitative & qualitative formats, including the timely synthesis of complex data into meaningful insights
• Manage multiple projects independently with minimal supervision to meet tight deadlines
• Define conversion methodologies and emission factors based off industry best practice and regulatory requirements
• Support the development of process documentation and provide recommendations on appropriate emission calculation factors, calculation methodologies and estimation methodologies
• Play a leading role in project managing carbon accounting projects within Nasdaq’s ESG Solutions business
• Provide training and support for Nasdaq Metrio’s carbon accounting tool
• Fuel client success through successful implementation of Nasdaq Metrio’s carbon accounting tool
• Integrate climate expertise and customer feedback into communication channels with sales, customer success, engineering and advisory teams.
• Assist in the development of new carbon accounting product feature