Climate Science Advisor

Description

We are seeking a Climate Adviser to join our compliance and governance risk advisory offering, Owl Advisory by KWM. This team is busy and growing and we are seeking a climate adviser who is passionate about helping our clients achieve their climate reporting obligations. You will work in a collaborative and high performing environment, where your contributions make a real impact and your expertise is highly valued. This role will be performed part time, either two or three days per week.

Who are we?
Owl Advisory is a compliance and governance risk practice, wholly-owned by King & Wood Mallesons, a first tier Australian law firm that is part of the King & Wood Mallesons international network.

We have deep roots in Australia spanning almost 200 years and acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional owners and custodians of these lands and waters.

Why work with us?
We promote a collaborative culture where people feel respected, valued and supported both personally and professionally, and where diversity and inclusion also play an important role in enhancing our knowledge, driving innovative solutions for our clients and creating positive social impact.

We live by our Principles, and strive for mastery in all that we do. We take pride in the high quality work we deliver. Working with colleagues and clients who are leaders in their fields, means the ability to explore new paths to progress with continual learning and development, career and leadership opportunities.

As part of the KWM community you'll have access to a suite of wellbeing initiatives, benefits, policies and processes, to enable you to achieve your career goals.

At Owl Advisory by KWM, we'll provide you with the platform to Learn, Master, Lead.

The Role
This role is a client-facing climate adviser role in King & Wood Mallesons' Compliance and Governance Risk Advisory offering, Owl Advisory by KWM.

You will report to the General Manager, Head of Compliance Advisory and will work to assist KWM's clients with the preparation and verification of reports to satisfy mandatory climate reporting obligations, including emissions measurement, transition planning, scenario planning and financial impacts of climate change, and with advice on climate-related policies and programs.

This role will also work with our Sustainable Finance and Energy Transition legal teams, providing expert advice on environmental issues and regulatory processes to clients who are developing and financing renewable energy projects and others involved in carbon trading activities.

This role has responsibilities across all Australian centres and plays a key collaboration role across the partnership at KWM.

The Detail
In this role, you will:

• Assist clients of the Owl Advisory practice to comply with mandatory climate reporting obligations, including emissions measurement, transition planning, scenario planning and financial impacts of climate change; and
• Assist clients of the law firm generally on climate-related ESG matters including sustainable finance and the energy transition: due diligence for projects, acquisitions and finance, reviewing environmental impact statements, advising on emissions measurement, scope 3 assessments, etc

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Who are we looking for?

• An undergraduate or post-graduate science degree with knowledge and experience in climate impact analysis, ecosystem models and/or biodiversity analysis and modelling. (Legal qualifications or experience are not required.)
• At least 5 years post-qualification experience in relevant fields
• A familiarity with climate reporting regimes and standards, such as ASRS, ISSB and TCFD.
• Project management and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, including influencing clients and stakeholders at varying levels
• Strong communication capabilities, both written and oral
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to make sound judgments and decisions and offer innovative solutions
• Can work effectively in a collaborative environment

How to apply
Please apply by selecting the "apply now" link below and completing an online application form. For further information on this role, please contact Kellie McLean on

Diversity and Inclusion
King & Wood Mallesons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people from diverse backgrounds. We welcome, value, support and harness the positive benefits that people's different life experiences bring, especially as they relate to gender, sexual identity, culture, faith, disability and life stages.

If you are unsure if you meet all criteria for this role, but have a passion for delivering high quality work, developing your skills and realising your full potential, then we encourage you to apply and have a further conversation about how you could fit at KWM.

We have a range of inclusive hiring practices - if you would like to seek workplace adjustments to complete your application, please contact the Recruitment contact for this role or email

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