The Climate Change Analyst role adds value by strengthening the analytical and data foundation required for credible climate-related reporting, risk assessment, emissions analysis, and transition planning. As the ESG function continues to develop, there is an opportunity to formalize the systems, methodologies, and quality controls behind climate and ESG data so that information is consistent, traceable, and decision useful.

The role supports disclosure requirements and the broader development of repeatable data workflows, emissions inventories, Scope 3 refinement, scenario analysis, and practical transition planning.

A strong emphasis on standardization, data quality, methodology documentation, and management-ready insights would help ensure that climate-related information can be used confidently across reporting, planning, risk management, and business development contexts.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

·         Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Climate Science, Sustainability, Engineering, or related field.

·         Postgraduate qualification (advantageous).

Experience

·         2–5 years’ experience in climate analysis, environmental consulting, or sustainability (aligned with market norms in sources)

·         Experience in data analysis, policy development, or ESG reporting is advantageous.

Technical Skills

·         Climate data analysis and statistical modeling

·         Proficiency in tools such as GIS, Excel, or environmental modeling software

·         Knowledge of climate frameworks and reporting standards (e.g., GHG Protocol, TCFD)

·         Strong understanding of environmental legislation and compliance

Behavioural Competencies

·         Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

·         Ability to translate complex data into actionable insights

·         Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills

·         High attention to detail and governance mindset (important for your context)

JOB SPECIFICATION

Role Focus Areas:

1.  Climate and ESG Data Standardisation

A core part of the role could involve helping to standardise climate and ESG data processes.

This includes developing:

·         consistent reporting templates.

·         clear data definitions.

·         standard calculation methodologies.

·         assumptions registers.

·         quality-control checks.

·         data source documentation.

·         version control and audit trails.

·         repeatable reporting workflows.

This will help reduce reliance on ad hoc processes and make reporting more consistent year on year.

2. Reporting Support and Disclosure Readiness

The role will support improvements in climate-related disclosures by strengthening the quality, completeness, and traceability of the underlying information. The emphasis should be on ensuring that disclosures are supported by defensible data, clear assumptions, and documented methodologies.

This will include support for:

·         IFRS S1 and S2-aligned reporting;

·         Climate-related metrics and targets;

·         Governance and risk management inputs;

·         Emissions-related disclosures;

·         Supporting internal reporting on implementation;

·         Linking actions to emissions, energy, water, waste, or resource-use outcomes

·         Climate risk and opportunity narratives;

·         Evidence packs for reported figures and statements.

3. Emissions Inventory and Scope 3 Refinement

The role will contribute to improving greenhouse gas emissions reporting by helping strengthen the structure and quality of emissions calculations. A phased approach would be appropriate, focusing first on the most material and practical categories before expanding the level of detail over time.

This will include support for:

·         Reviewing activity data requirements;

·         Improving Scope 1 and Scope 2 calculation processes;

·         Refining Scope 3 category mapping;

·         Clarifying boundaries, exclusions, and assumptions;

·         Identifying priority data gaps;

·         Improving supplier, procurement, materials, fuel, transport, waste, and other relevant data inputs;

·         Documenting emissions methodologies for repeatability.

4. Climate Risk and Scenario Analysis

The role will support more structured climate risk and scenario analysis by helping translate climate-related risks into practical business considerations. The goal would be to produce analysis that is usable for planning and decision-making, rather than highly technical outputs that sit separately from business processes.

This will include analysis of exposure to:

·         Heat;

·         Drought;

·         Flooding;

·         Water stress;

·         Energy-related transition risks;

·         Carbon pricing;

·         Weather-related operational disruption;

·         Supply-chain or materials-related risks

5. Transition Planning Support

The role will assist in developing practical transition plans by helping to convert climate goals and reporting expectations into measurable actions. This will allow transition planning to become more structured and measurable without placing unrealistic expectations on the business too early.

This will include:

·         Establishing baseline metrics;

·         Identifying reduction opportunities;

·         Defining priority actions;

·         Setting measurable milestones;

·         Tracking progress over time;

·         Supporting internal reporting on implementation;

·         Linking actions to emissions, energy, water, waste, or resource-use outcomes

6. Business Integration and Decision Support

The role will help ensure that climate-related analysis supports broader business decisions.

This will include:

·         Identifying emissions, energy, fuel, water, waste, or materials hotspots;

·         Supporting tender or client-related ESG inputs;

·         Preparing management summaries;

·         Translating technical findings into practical recommendations;

·         Helping connect ESG reporting with financial, operational, procurement, and risk-related considerations