Due to our continued growth, we are looking for a full-time Graduate Consultant to join our dynamic and growing organisation in Singapore. This role involves working on sustainability projects across numerous Asian countries.
The successful candidate will be working daily with Financial Institutions focused on making an impact alongside their returns in emerging markets.
The ideal candidate must have a suitable educational background, be able to think on their feet with a strong work ethic and a proactive, can-do attitude as the role is dynamic.
The role will entail the following:
· Working on environmental and social (E&S) Due Diligence projects in emerging markets;
· Working on the development and implementation of E&S Management Systems and other E&S Strategy advisory work for financial institutions (e.g. TCFD, 2x Challenge, etc.);
· Desktop work and site visits to companies operating in a wide variety of sectors e.g. renewable energy, agribusiness, manufacturing, infrastructure, finance, etc.;
· Working with a wide variety of financial institutions;
· Working with other subject matter experts to develop tools, distil insights and knowledge into guidance and strategies for clients;
· Preparing and delivering proposals and marketing materials;
· Building and managing working relationships with clients and other stakeholders in the industry; and
· Developing and enhancing our technical service offerings to clients.
Requirements of the candidate:
· An ability to analyse and interpret technical information to understand and articulate potential E&S risks and opportunities;
· A can-do attitude;
· A passion for sustainability, and driving value through improved environmental and social performance and impact;
· Proficiency in English (verbal and written) is essential and the ability to speak other Asian languages is advantageous;
· Excellent attention to detail and a focus on high quality outputs;
· Strong people skills, being able to engage and foster relationships across geographies and cultures.
Qualifications and experience:
· An academic background in Environmental Science or Social Sciences is preferred, although consideration will be given to candidates with a broad range of qualifications if their experience is appropriate;
· Any previous experience in the field as a consultant will be considered advantageous.
In return, we offer a competitive salary and package, career progression, flexible office-based/home-based working arrangement and an opportunity to be part of a people-focused growing organisation.
Suitable candidates will be invited to an interview (apologies - unsuccessful candidates will not be contacted). The position is intended to commence as soon as possible. Candidates without the required experience will unfortunately not be considered. CVs will be reviewed on a rolling basis, giving preference to early applicants.