Climate Advisor

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Climate Advisor

The candidate will provide advice and assist clients in implementing climate risk assessments, including the identification of relevant physical and transition risks for companies across a wide range of industries. Prepare and implement transition plans and climate strategies for our clients, including the identification of climate risk management processes and procedures across different industries. Advise and assist clients in conducting greenhouse gas emissions inventories, including identifying emissions boundaries and material categories of Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions. Provide support to clients and Orrick in the preparation of climate- and ESG-related disclosures, including disclosures aligned with the Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures, the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board, and other relevant ESG frameworks and standards. Provide advice, training, and presentations to client management and directors regarding climate-specific topics, for instance, climate scenario modeling or the Science Based Targets initiative. Collaborate with the ESG Group to prepare reports and other deliverables on a range of climate- and ESG-related topics, including the preparation of data visualizations and written reports. Stay informed of climate- and ESG-related trends, including ESG-related regulations, guidance frameworks, and corporate best practices, and contribute to ESG thought leadership at Orrick. Other related duties as required. Deliver strong customer service, commit to meeting deadlines, and multitask in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Understand law firm processes and attorney-client relationships. Appropriately prioritize executing tasks across several projects with complex variables and budgets. Collaborate with teams of partners, associates, and other professionals at all levels. Demonstrate exceptional problem-solving and communication skills, both written and verbal. Exhibit a high degree of initiative. Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience is required. Master’s degree preferred. Should have strong presentation skills and; the ability to research, collect, manipulate, and analyze data. Should have 5+ years of experience in climate-related reporting, research, consulting, or another related field, with experience in sustainability or ESG reporting or research, preferred. Effective communication and writing skills, together with exceptional attention to detail.

Additional Information

Job ID: 069MO. No phone calls.

Company info

Orrick Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
222 Berkeley Street Suite 2000
Boston
Massachusetts
United States 02116
Website : https://www.orrick.com