Consultant (Climate Risk & ESG Reporting)

at  Anthesis Group

ABOUT ANTHESIS

Anthesis is the sustainability activator. Proud to be a B Corp, we seek to make a significant contribution to a world which is more resilient and productive. We do this by working with cities, corporates, investors and other organisations to drive sustainable performance. We develop financially driven sustainability strategies, underpinned by technical expertise and delivered by innovative collaborative teams across the world.
Anthesis has clients across all industry sectors and supports some of the world’s largest multinationals such as Reckitt, Cisco, Tesco, The North Face, and Target. The company brings together 1,300+ experts operating in 42 countries around the world and has offices in Andorra, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Colombia, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, the Middle East, the Philippines, Portugal, Spain, South Africa, Sweden, the UK, and the US.
At Anthesis Group, we are truly committed to putting people and our planet at the heart of all we do.
We encourage all employees to contribute their ideas, perspectives, and experiences to help us create an inclusive and equitable workplace. By embracing diversity and providing equal opportunities, we believe we can drive innovation, foster creativity, and achieve our shared goals. So, if you’re ready to be a part of something truly extraordinary, then we want you! Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Together, we can continue to build a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed and thrive.
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Summary of Role & Key Responsibilities

Key Requirements

• Post graduate studies in business, energy, climate change, environmental science/ engineering and/or sustainability desirable but not essential.
• Candidates with accounting, finance and economics backgrounds will also be considered.
• 1 to 3 years of relevant professional experience; consulting experience well regarded.
• Comfort with a fast-paced, client-oriented environment, including critical thinking skills on environment and sustainability problems.
• Familiarity with climate risk reporting requirements, such as TCFD, ISSB and/or ASRS desirable but not essential. .
• Understanding of climate scenario data for assessing physical and/or transition risks and opportunities desirable and highly regarded
• Strong data analysis and interpretation skills, including advanced MS Excel skills.
• Previous project management experience across multi-disciplinary teams desirable but not essential.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team, including clients.
• Eagerness to learn, grow, and challenge yourself.
• Australian residency or work visa.
• Ability to travel for work

SUMMARY OF ROLE

We are currently seeking motivated early career professionals, either recent graduates (with a relevant environmental/ sustainability focused degree) or candidates with 1-2 years relevant experience looking to further their career in sustainability. The successful candidates will join our growing Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Advisory & Mandatory Reporting services team, based in either our Melbourne or Sydney offices.
You’ll be part of a team known for its collaborative, positive, and supportive environment, where you’ll contribute to delivering sustainable solutions for our clients. The primary focus will be on supporting our Climate Risk and ESG Reporting service stream, aiding clients in reporting progress and ensuring compliance with relevant data and other information regarding their climate and ESG program goals. Additionally, you’ll have opportunities to assist in other business lines from time to time.
Join us in making a meaningful impact on global sustainability efforts while advancing your career in a supportive and inclusive work environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

You will be aligned with Anthesis’ Climate Risk and ESG Reporting services and engage with team members of all aspects of climate risk and reporting projects, from stakeholder engagement to conducting climate risk & opportunity assessment through to preparing for mandatory reporting requirements (e.g. ASRS, ISSB).

Key responsibilities:

• Conduct gap analysis and roadmap against mandatory climate reporting requirements (e.g. ASRS, ISSB)
• Support client climate risk and opportunity assessment through stakeholder engagement, climate data analysis and risk and opportunity assessment
• Interpret physical and transition climate data to develop narratives specific to client operating context and communicate findings to client management and leadership through presentations and report
• Research client business activities and reports to gain an understanding of their operations, supply chain and key business areas
• Develop climate risk report disclosures
• Engage with clients of project delivery including requesting data and presenting findings
• Work with Anthesis team members across project delivery, proposal development and client engagement.
• Work with Anthesis team members to further develop climate risk tools and capabilities

Key Requirements, Skills Knowledge & Expertise

Key Requirements

• Post graduate studies in business, energy, climate change, environmental science/ engineering and/or sustainability desirable but not essential.
• Candidates with accounting, finance and economics backgrounds will also be considered.
• 1 to 3 years of relevant professional experience; consulting experience well regarded.
• Comfort with a fast-paced, client-oriented environment, including critical thinking skills on environment and sustainability problems.
• Familiarity with climate risk reporting requirements, such as TCFD, ISSB and/or ASRS desirable but not essential. .
• Understanding of climate scenario data for assessing physical and/or transition risks and opportunities desirable and highly regarded
• Strong data analysis and interpretation skills, including advanced MS Excel skills.
• Previous project management experience across multi-disciplinary teams desirable but not essential.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team, including clients.
• Eagerness to learn, grow, and challenge yourself.
• Australian residency or work visa.
• Ability to travel for work.

Benefits

Your Benefits

• Work within a highly motivated team in an innovative and rapidly growing global company
• Five weeks paid annual leave.
• Opportunity to be mentored by leading experts in the field in a supportive learning environment.
• Opportunity for travel and get out in the field.
• We promote from within.
• Best in class EAP program for you and your immediate family
• Flexible working hours and hybrid working environment.
• Exposure to diverse industries and projects within the fields of carbon, energy and nature-based solutions.
• Positive workplace culture and a like-minded team.

About Anthesis Group
Anthesis is the sustainability activator. We seek to make a significant contribution to a world which is more resilient and productive. We do this by working with cities, companies, and other organisations to drive sustainable performance. We develop financially driven sustainability strategies, underpinned by technical expertise and delivered by innovative collaborative teams across the world.