Carbon Accounting Technical Expert - London, United Kingdom - Barclays
Description
Carbon Accounting Technical Expert
London
As a Barclays Carbon Accounting Technical Expert, you will support the development and implementation of carbon accounting, voluntary carbon offset analysis and related advice for clients.
Barclays is uniquely positioned to develop a market leading sustainable finance franchise through delivering products, solutions and expertise as clients navigate the transition to a low-carbon economy.
Barclays is one of the world's largest and most respected financial institutions, established in 1690, with a legacy of success, quality, and innovation.
We offer careers that provide endless opportunity - helping millions of individuals and businesses thrive and creating financial and digital solutions that the world now takes for granted.
What will you be doing?
- Providing technical expertise on carbon accounting and VAR methodologies to analyse and track greenhouse gas emissions and carbon offsets
- Assisting project teams and clients, including guidance on carbon accounting and offset best practices
- Conducting research to identify market trends, investment opportunities and potential risks related to sustainable finance and Carbon Accounting / VAR
- Developing reports and presentations, to communicate trends and findings and support the identification of business opportunities and provide sound client advice
- Developing and maintaining relationships with key internal stakeholders and partners such as front office bankers, traders, and functional stakeholders
- Ensuring compliance with relevant standards and protocols for carbon accounting and offsetting
- Partnering with front office teams on the origination and execution of client mandates, building a client advisory strategy and materials to support on this
- Supporting internal training initiatives with expert content and resources
What we're looking for:
- Master's degree in environmental science, engineering, economics, or a related field
- Professional certification in carbon accounting or sustainability
- Experience in the development and implementation of carbon offset projects, working with carbon registries, auditors, and verifiers
- Familiarity with carbon markets, trading platforms and carbon pricing mechanisms
Skills that will help you in the role:
- Solid analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyse complex technical and financial data and develop recommendations based on data-driven insights
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts and complex data to technical / nontechnical audiences
- Outstanding teamwork and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team
- Passion for sustainability and a solid commitment to making a positive impact on the environment and society
Where will you be working?
In the heart of Canary Wharf, our headquarters at Churchill Place boasts onsite amenities such as; a gym, staff restaurant and deli bar, and is easily accessible by tube and bus links.
With a population of around 5000 staff the atmosphere is second to none with a real buzz being created around the offices within.
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