ESG Data Scientist

Description

Our client, a global asset management firm is seeking to hire an ESG Data Scientist to join their Sustainable Research team. This role will play a key part in developing the tools, infrastructure and analytics that drive the firm’s ESG and sustainability capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build analytics tools and machine learning models to assess ESG and sustainability characteristics of companies
• Design and implement scalable, high-performance sustainability data systems and infrastructure
• Develop, maintain and enhance dashboards and tools for investment teams
• Build data pipelines integrating multiple sources into a unified, high-quality and trusted data environment
• Collaborate with investment and technology teams to prototype new metrics and deploy AI-driven insights that enhance ESG integration and sustainability performance measurements
• Monitor and improve data quality, investigating and resolving data issues
• Engage with internal stakeholders across the firm to understand business needs and translate them into technical solutions
• Contribute to vendor evaluations and development of data governance standards

Candidate Requirements:

• Minimum 4 years of experience in a Data Scientist, Quantitative Analyst or Developer role in asset management or sustainability analytics industry
• Demonstrable experience working with ESG and sustainability data
• Strong proficiency in Python and practical experience using SQL
• Experience with data visualisation platforms, ideally Power BI and Tableau
• Proven track record managing end-to-end development projects
• Experience deploying models and analytical tools into production, partnering with engineers on scalable solutions
• Strong analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving skills to deliver high-quality data solutions
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage multiple internal stakeholders effectively
• Genuine passion for sustainability

Mason Blake acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Mason Blake is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications regardless of sex, marital status, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religious belief or age.