Environmental & Social Risk Analyst

Job Title: Environmental & Social Risk Analyst

Location: Toronto, ON

Duration: 12 + Months

Rate: $40-50/hr

Daily Responsibilities:

- Researching technical methodologies for calculating E&S Risk metrics and targets – e.g. financed emissions, net-zero targets

- Using Python and SQL to calculate E&S Risk metrics

- Perform QA, write documentation, and develop production-ready code to implement the above

- Develop content for and help present results and methodologies to internal stakeholders

- Team meeting to discuss priorities and blockers

What program/technology/software knowledge is essential for this role? Describe in what capacity the selected candidate will be using it?

An advanced understanding of programming and querying languages, including SQL and python, is required.

The selected candidate will use this knowledge to support the design and implementation of key climate and E&S risk initiatives. A significant focus of this role will be the calculation of financed emissions across different asset classes within carbon-intensive sectors and setting and tracking progress on net-zero targets.

Must-have Skills/Experiences and/or Education, certifications, qualifications, designations:

• An interest in Environmental and Social Risk in general and climate change in particular

• Experience developing presentations, visualizations and dashboards for senior executives and an interest in developing advanced analytical capabilities

• Demonstrated ability in mathematical, statistical, financial, or economic analyses on large, complex datasets and in translating data into business insights

• A desire and ability to build new and innovative approaches to complex problems.

• Commitment to quality and accuracy with a high level of attention to detail.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice-to-have Skills/Experience and/or Education, certifications, qualifications, designations:

• Knowledge of climate change science with experience in the development and use of climate change and economic scenarios, models, projections, and data.

• Knowledge or familiarity with the climate risk and/or target setting guidance issued by PCAF, NZBA, TCFD, ISSB, and/or OSFI (B-15)

• Experience with or knowledge of carbon-intensive sectors, e.g. agriculture; aluminum; cement; coal; commercial and residential real estate; iron and steel; oil and gas; power generation; and transportation

• Experience with or interest in agile or design thinking methodologies or frameworks.

• Knowledge and experience in quantitative model development, testing and validation.

• Knowledge of wholesale and retail credit risk rating systems with experience in parameter estimation, portfolio management, or risk appetite.

• Experience working with a diverse range of stakeholders.

Mindlance is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, equitable, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes, and a work environment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We will be happy to work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process.