Climate Change Adviser

6 days ago

Sydney, Australia Talent Nation Full time

Opportunity to be involved in a newly created service line in a top-tier law f
- Permanent role, initially part time with the view to progressing to full time.
- Strong experience in climate reporting and climate risk advisory services.

**The Company**

Our client is one of the most respected top-tier law firms globally. With over 2000 employees across Australia, their client base includes a sizeable proportion of ASX100 businesses, and large private sector national and multi-national organizations. They promote a culture based on respect, trust, inclusivity, diversity, flexibility, mastery, and growth. They truly believe that people are their greatest asset, and they offer targeted and meaningful conversations around professional and personal development, with regular feedback and coaching.

**The Role**

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We are seeking a client-facing
**Climate Science Adviser** to join our client’s Governance Risk Advisory offering based in Sydney. Working closely within a small team, this role will be responsible for assisting the firm’s clients with compliance for mandatory climate reporting obligations, including emissions measurement, scenario planning and financial impacts of climate change. This role has responsibilities across all Australian centres and will play a key collaboration role across the partnership.

**Key Roles and Responsibilities**
- Assist clients of the Governance Risk Advisory offering to comply with mandatory climate reporting obligations, including emissions measurement, scenario planning and financial impacts of climate change; and
- Assist clients of the firm generally on climate related ESG matters and energy transition matters:

- Carry out climate risk due diligence for projects and acquisitions.
- Advising clients on emissions measurement including scope 3 assessments.

**About You**

You will possess an undergraduate or post-graduate science degree with knowledge and experience in climate impact analysis, ecosystem models and/or biodiversity analysis and modelling.

In addition to at least 5 years post-qualification relevant experience in climate advisory, you will bring exceptional project management and time management skills. It goes without saying that to engage with some of the biggest clients in each of their respective sectors requires strong interpersonal and communication skills, including influencing stakeholders at varying levels.

You will demonstrate astute analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to make sound judgment and decisions and offer innovative solutions.

**The Rewards and Culture**

Our client is proud of their culture of inclusivity, respect, collaboration, and professionalism. The benefits of working for such a high calibre top tier law firm are endless - gym memberships and highly discounted on-site cafes, health & wellbeing benefits, regular social and educational events, sporting and common interest groups just to name a few.

Above all, the benefits of working within a newly established division within one of the longest standing law firms in Australia is unparalleled. The professional development opportunities are enormous to help shape the future of this exciting service offering. You will really be setting your career up for success.

**How to Apply**

To be eligible to apply, you must have unrestricted rights to work in Australia.

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