Junior / Associate Consultant ESG

You will be working as a Junior/Associate Consultant in a boutique ESG consulting firm based in Kolkata, India. Your role will involve supporting client engagements, conducting research, analyzing ESG data, assisting in report preparation, and contributing to sustainability strategies. This entry-level position will provide you with exposure to various industries, global ESG frameworks, and hands-on consulting experience. **Key Responsibilities:** - Support senior consultants in delivering ESG, sustainability, and climate-related projects. - Conduct research on ESG regulations, frameworks (e.g., GRI, SASB, TCFD, CDP, BRSR), and industry benchmarks. - Assist in data collection, validation, and analysis for ESG performance metrics and GHG inventories. - Contribute to drafting sustainability/ESG reports, presentations, and client deliverables. - Stay updated on developments in ESG policies, standards, and rating agencies. - Coordinate with clients to gather information and support project execution. - Participate in knowledge-building initiatives and internal capability development. **Basic Qualifications:** - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Economics, Engineering, Management, or related fields. - 02 years of relevant experience (internships or projects in ESG/sustainability preferred). - Strong analytical and research skills with proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint. - Good understanding of ESG concepts, sustainability reporting frameworks, and climate change issues. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced consulting environment. - Pro-activeness, adaptability, and eagerness to learn. **Preferred Qualifications (Good to Have):** - Exposure to ESG ratings, carbon accounting tools, or sustainability disclosure platforms. - Certifications or training in ESG, GHG accounting, or sustainability reporting (e.g., GRI, ISO, Eco Vadis, CDP) will be an advantage. - Experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau) desirable. In addition to the above, you will have the opportunity to work directly with senior consultants, gain exposure to global ESG frameworks and emerging sustainability trends, work in a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment, and avail continuous learning and professional development opportunities.,