Assistant Manager/Manager

About auctusESG Global:

auctusESG is a global strategic and transaction advisory company, working at the supply and demand side of sustainable finance and climate transition. It works with marquee global financial institutions, governments, regulators and multilaterals on sustainable finance product development, climate risk management, natural capital financing, transition planning, ESG and climate-responsive fiscal and monetary policy development. It is currently present in India, UAE, South Africa, UK and North America.

Steered by successful ex-senior bankers at its leadership, it has successfully completed 30 impactful projects across 19 geographies over the past 5 years, since its inception. As a part of its service delivery, auctusESG also provides skill enhancement and has trained over 2500 bank officers, across large public, private sector banks, regulators and Boards, in India, Latin America, Central Asia and APAC, across sustainable finance and climate transition spectrum.

Its Founder and Managing Director, Ms Namita Vikas, an award winning though leader, was recently accoladed as the Sustainability Leader of the Year by Environmental-Finance, UK, which is a leading news and analysis service.

Role Description:

Position

Salary As per market standards

The role entails providing strategic leadership in research and content development to support organisational objectives and strengthen market positioning. The incumbent will work closely with the Managing Director to prepare thought leadership material, speeches, and reports for key engagements and external forums. The position requires strong research, analytical, and writing skills to produce accurate, credible, and impactful content aligned with the organisation's strategy. Additionally, the role involves mentoring junior colleagues and fostering a culture of excellence in research, writing, and professional development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership in the design and delivery of research initiatives, ensuring rigour, accuracy, and actionable insights that inform organisational decision-making
• Work directly with the Managing Director (MD) to prepare thought leadership notes, speeches, and content for all her speaking opportunities and external engagements
• Prepare and deliver high-impact speeches, reports, articles, and presentations for senior stakeholders, industry forums, and external audiences
• Lead the writing and development of high-quality content, including thought leadership pieces, policy briefs, research reports, and communication materials, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and relevance across platforms
• Conduct in-depth research and analysis, translating findings into compelling written content that strengthens the organisation's market and intellectual positioning
• Ensure a robust understanding of subject matter to produce authoritative and credible communication
• Collaborate across functions to align research outputs and written content with organisational strategy and stakeholder priorities
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior colleagues, fostering excellence in research, writing, and professional development

Required Experience and Skills

• 45 years of professional experience in research, content writing, speechwriting, or policy communication
• Degree in Economics (Bachelor's or Master's) is essential
• Proven experience in preparing speeches, articles, and reports for senior or external audiences
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a high standard of professional English
• Ability to conduct independent research and produce accurate, well-structured, and insightful content
• Strong organisational capability with the capacity to manage multiple priorities and deliver within tight deadlines