Business Analyst- Sustainable Finance

Allow us to introduce ourselves.At dss+, we are not just a conventional operations consulting firm; we are implementers and change makers.Our passion lies in engaging organisations to craft resilient and sustainable businesses, guiding them through transformational changes in sustainability, safety, risk and resilience and through their energy transition.We take the complex world of risk and sustainability and translate it into actionable roadmaps that work with our client's businesses.We implement, working side-by-side with our clients to deliver real, tangible impact and results.Job Descriptiondss+ services fall into three core areas – sustainability, operational risk management and operational excellence – each bolstered by learning, development and culture-change solutions and digital technologies.Teams around the globe work with clients in metals and mining, chemicals, oil and gas, power and utilities, agriculture, food and beverage, industrial and manufacturing, and private equity.We pride ourselves in combining industry experts and on-the-ground experience with strong people-centric change-management capabilities.This creates the perfect blend to support our clients from intent to impact, enabling them to protect what they care for, transform their organisation, and sustain the changes required to make their vision a reality, in a practical actionable way.The roleAs a Business Analyst within the Sustainable Finance team, you will play a vital role in delivering client work across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.You will work closely with experienced consultants to support predominantly private equity and private debt investors on projects related to responsible investment, climate risk & resilience, impact investing, and sustainability due diligence.Your focus will be on research, analysis, and coordination to ensure the quality and impact of client deliverables.The role provides strong exposure to investor clients and significant opportunities for learning and growth within an international, purpose-driven team.Key responsibilitiesSupport delivery of responsible investment and sustainability advisory projects for private-market investors and their portfolio companies.Conduct research and analysis on ESG and impact trends, regulations, frameworks and market practices (e.g., CSRD, SFDR, EU Taxonomy, SBTi, NZIF, SDG/SDI frameworks).Prepare materials such as ESG maturity assessments, benchmark analyses, due diligence reports, and climate or impact assessments.Contribute to quantitative and qualitative data analysis, including ESG performance metrics, KPI development, and emissions baselining.Assist in preparing client presentations, proposals and reports with clear, concise, and visually engaging communication.Coordinate with global team members and subject-matter experts to ensure timely delivery of project outputs.Actively contribute to internal knowledge development, templates and thought leadership initiatives within the Sustainable Finance team.Job RequirementsYou are motivated by the intersection of finance and sustainability and eager to learn how capital can drive systemic change.You thrive in analytical and fast-paced environments, pay attention to detail, and enjoy working collaboratively in international teams.To be successful, you'll demonstrate:Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Sustainability, Business, International Relations or Engineering.1–3 years of experience in consulting, finance or sustainability (internships or entry-level roles welcome).Analytical, research and writing skills.Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); experience with data analysis tools or ESG databases is a plus.Good understanding of sustainability and ESG topics, ideally in an investment or corporate context.Excellent English written and verbal communication; additional language skills (e.g., French, German, Spanish or Arabic) are a strong asset.Proactive, reliable and organized, with a collaborative mindset and curiosity to learn.What we offerExposure to high-impact projects across private-market investors in EMEA with the objective to address critical challenges of our time and an opportunity to transform how clients move towards a sustainable world.A dynamic, global and supportive team of passionate professionals.Structured learning and development opportunities with mentorship from experienced colleagues.A work environment that respects diversity and the life-work balance of employees and provides flexibility in the organisation of work time and place.A purpose-driven management team that listens, encourages initiative and entrepreneurial spirit.Competitive compensation and opportunities for career progression within dss+.Diversity and Inclusiondss+ is committed to a diverse workforce and believes this is essential to strengthen our company and drive sustainable growth.We are committed and driving accountability for growing dss+ through diversity.Diversity is an indispensable part of our organisation's culture.The goal of our commitment to inclusion, dignity and equal opportunity has not only become a competitive advantage for us but has attracted highly capable and talented employees to dss+.dss+ Core Valuesdss+ works with clients to save lives and create a sustainable future.To do so effectively, we live our core values that underpin our thinking, our goals and our actions, every step of the way.Coupled with our passion and expertise, the dss+ core values ensure we forge a path to success for our employees, stakeholders and clients — one that we can all be proud of.What ideals do we prioritise?These are the four compass points that guide our actions.Safety and HealthWe share a personal and professional commitment to protecting the safety and health of our employees, contractors, customers and the people of the communities in which we operate.Environmental StewardshipWe find science-enabled solutions for our customers, always managing our businesses to protect and preserve the environment, both for today and for the future.Respect for PeopleWe treat our employees and all our partners with professionalism, dignity and respect, fostering an environment where people can contribute, innovate and excel.Highest Ethical BehaviourWe conduct ourselves and our business affairs in accordance with the highest ethical standards, striving always to be a respected corporate citizen worldwide.Seniority levelEntry levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionResearch, Analyst, and Information TechnologyIndustriesBusiness Consulting and Services#J-*****-Ljbffr