Senior Research Analyst - Mumbai, India - Climate Bonds Initiative

Description

Job title: Senior Research Analyst

Reporting to: Deputy Head, India Programme

Salary: L4 band - 3,300,000 INR

The Role

To meet Paris Agreement goals, an economy-wide transition in which companies transition away from existing activities towards better alternatives is critical just as much as transitioning into pure play green alternatives.

The successful candidate for this position will have strong analytical skills and excellent writing skills, as well as the ability to demonstrate initiative and capability to conduct high quality research projects independently as necessary and within timelines.

What you'll be doing:

• Lead research projects, guiding a team of analysts in exploring policy and regulatory frameworks affecting sustainable finance and climate risk.
• Develop policy briefs, detailed reports, and engaging presentations to share research findings and recommendations with key stakeholders.
• Proactively monitor and analyse policy developments and regulatory changes in the domestic ecosystem at the sectoral level related but not limited to sustainable finance, climate risk, transition, resilience; ensuring that the team is informed of key announcements and events.
• Identify stakeholders to seek feedback and input into policy papers.
• Establish and develop relationships with relevant academic, think-tanks or industry peers on core policy topics.
• Participate in conferences, workshops, and other events to represent Climate Bonds Initiative, share our research findings, and build networks with key stakeholders.
• Identify emerging trends and policy developments, advising on strategic responses and opportunities for the organization.
• Drive the development of innovative research methodologies and analytical frameworks to enhance the organization's research capabilities.
• Lead and manage research projects from inception to completion, ensuring they align with the organization's goals and deliver meaningful outcomes.
• Mentor and develop junior research staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence within the team.
• Support organisation of dialogues and research as assigned and support with presentations, research inputs as considered necessary by HSAP and Deputy Head for external and internal communication.
• Be available to travel as required.

Requirements

We'd love to hear from you if you can demonstrate the following.

• At least 6 years experience in a similar role.
• Proven record of independently authored well-researched policy reports, papers and briefings.
• Ability to identify and analyse events that shape policy developments.
• Proven ability to independently conduct high quality financial research and analyse large quantities of information across different datasets.
• Proven excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to interpret complex issues for various audiences and present information in an accessible and engaging manner.
• A proven track record of identifying needs and proactively delivering high quality reports / analytical outputs with impactful and compelling messaging.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex research projects and deliver insights that drive policy or industry change.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, able to effectively identify and engage with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Rigorous attention to detail.
• Ability to function independently and to liaise with geographically dispersed multi-cultural team.
• Openness to change and ability to manage complexities.

Additional Requirements

· Background in environmental economics/ infrastructure financing / Blended Finance

Benefits

• Impactful responsibilities from the day you join with responsibility for your own learning curve, the role is what you make of it and the possibilities depend on you.
• Amazing opportunities for career progression and structured career development – we'll work with you to explore your learning development and career potential
• We offer a structured and bespoke induction programme specifically suited to the team you'll be joining and the specific role you'll be doing. During your first few months, you'll be given all the training you need to succeed in your role.
• Opportunity to attend a series of Lunch and Learns, delivered by internal subject matter experts and external guest speakers
• An international and diverse work atmosphere
• The chance to be part of our rapid growth and play a key role in the next exciting phase of Climate Bonds Initiative journey
• Everyone that joins us is given the opportunity to undertake our signature Green Bond training, which is recognised and certified by CPD.