CLIMATE RISK MANAGER

The client is a leading financial services consultancy, specializing in providing strategic advice and tailored solutions to financial institutions. We focus on helping our clients navigate the evolving landscape of climate and environmental risk, integrating ESG factors into their financial risk frameworks. Our mission is to empower financial institutions to proactively address climate risks and seize opportunities in the transition to a sustainable, low-carbon economy.Job Summary:We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Climate Risk Manager to join our growing team. In this role, you will support financial institutions in assessing, managing, and reporting climate-related risks in line with evolving regulatory frameworks. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in banking and a deep understanding of the intersection between climate risk, ESG factors, and financial services, with a specific focus on regulatory compliance and risk integration.You will work closely with clients to help them navigate complex climate risk assessments, align their risk management strategies with best practices, and ensure adherence to key regulations, including the ECB Guide on Climate and Environmental Risk, the EU Taxonomy, the CSRD, and EBA Guidelines on Pillar 3 Reporting (Green Asset Ratio).Key Responsibilities:Climate Risk Assessment & Strategy: Support clients in the identification, assessment, and management of climate-related risks (physical and transition risks) and integrate these into their overall risk management frameworks.Regulatory Compliance: Advise clients on current and upcoming ESG-related regulatory requirements, including the ECB Guide on Climate and Environmental Risk, EU Taxonomy, CSRD, and EBA Pillar 3 reporting guidelines (Green Asset Ratio).Risk Reporting: Assist clients in developing robust processes for climate risk disclosure, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and alignment with international frameworks like TCFD (Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures).Integration of ESG into Credit Risk: Work closely with credit risk teams to integrate climate-related risks into credit risk assessments, particularly with respect to the EU Taxonomy, green financing, and climate-related credit exposures.Data & Analytics: Support the development of data models and analytics to measure and quantify climate risk exposure, working with both internal and external stakeholders to enhance reporting frameworks.Client Engagement & Advisory: Lead client workshops, presentations, and advisory engagements on ESG and climate risk topics. Build strong client relationships and offer strategic guidance on the integration of ESG into business models.Training & Knowledge Sharing: Provide internal and client-facing training on emerging ESG and climate risk trends, regulations, and best practices.Thought Leadership: Contribute to thought leadership materials, white papers, and industry reports on ESG, climate risk, and regulatory developments.Required Skills & Experience:Experience: Minimum 6 years of experience within the banking or financial services industry, with at least 3 years focused on ESG or climate risk.Regulatory Knowledge: Solid understanding of ESG-related regulatory frameworks, particularly:ECB Guide on Climate and Environmental RiskEU Taxonomy and its application to financial institutionsCSRD (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive)EBA guidelines on Pillar 3 reporting (Green Asset Ratio)Climate Risk & ESG Integration: Experience in integrating climate and environmental risks into financial risk management processes, particularly in relation to credit risk, stress testing, and scenario analysis.Credit Risk Familiarity: Strong knowledge of credit risk management, with a particular focus on how climate risks influence credit assessments and lending portfolios.Risk Management Frameworks: Proficiency in risk management frameworks and methodologies, including stress testing, scenario analysis, and risk modeling related to ESG and climate change.Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex regulatory and risk-related concepts to senior stakeholders and clients.Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to leverage data to assess and manage climate risk exposure.Stakeholder Management: Proven ability to build and manage relationships with internal teams, clients, and regulators.Preferred Qualifications:Educational Background: A degree in finance, economics, environmental science, or a related field. Advanced qualifications such as CFA, FRM, or ESG certifications are a plus.Industry Experience: Prior experience in a financial services consultancy or with financial institutions in risk, ESG, or sustainability roles.Certifications: Any relevant certifications such as GARP’s Sustainability and Climate Risk (SCR) or CFA Institute’s Certificate in ESG Investing would be advantageous.Why Join Us?Innovative Environment: Work with leading financial institutions on cutting-edge climate risk and ESG projects.Professional Growth: Access to ongoing learning opportunities and exposure to high-level industry developments.Impact: Play a key role in helping the financial services industry transition to a more sustainable future.Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary package and benefits, with potential for career advancement.