MSCI Inc.

Climate Data Senior Associate

Job Post Information* : Posted Date 3 hours ago(9/25/2025 7:12 AM)
Job ID
2025-4052
# of Openings
1
Job Locations
IN-MH-Mumbai
Job Category for Career Site
Data and Operations

Your Team Responsibilities

The Climate Data and Content Services team is responsible for research and assessment of carbon footprint and business initiatives related to climate change for approximately 14,000 companies globally. The team’s research is focused on climate-related metrics including carbon emissions, energy performance, climate change targets and commitments and other relevant sector specific data, using a variety of sources, such as annual reports, sustainability reports, quantitative data feeds from third-party providers, news publications, and other company disclosures.

Your Key Responsibilities

  • Apply creative and technology-driven solutions to enhance resource capacity and streamline processes.
  • Develop and track KPIs to assess platform usage, data quality, and identify areas for improvement.
  • Deliver data-driven insights to support strategic decision-making and stakeholder recommendations.
  • Lead client discussions to understand needs, anticipate challenges, and deliver effective solutions.
  • Address internal and external queries related to climate data, reconcile data issues, and provide training on methodologies.
  • Design and implement process improvements and QA checks to ensure consistent data quality and operational efficiency.
  • Establish, review, and monitor production workflows, including oversight of third-party providers and vendor escalations.
  • Partner with internal committees and ESG researchers to evolve data methodologies in line with industry trends.
  • Work with global teams of researchers, data specialists, IT, and vendors to improve climate assessments and company evaluations.
  • Drive initiatives to expand data coverage and content as defined by business priorities.
  • Contribute sector-specific expertise to support climate data integration and enhance dataset quality.
  • Participate in working committees, cross-functional projects, and other business-critical initiatives as needed.

Your skills and experience that will help you excel

  • Self starter, pro-active, accountable
  • Forward thinking, adaptable, agile and responsive
  • Fast learner and strong logical thinker.
  • Ability to articulate and communicate complex concepts with ease.
  • Ability to work with multiple stakeholders in a collaborative global team environment.
  • Bachelor's/ Master’s degree in finance, statistics, sustainability, environmental science, oil and gas engineering, Power management
  • Knowledge of climate change issues and regulations, including carbon offsets, climate reporting standards (e.g. TCFD, ISSB) and frameworks (e.g. IPCC, UNFCCC, etc.).
  • Minimum of 10 years working experience in Energy (Oil & Gas) or Power or Industrials or Transport sectors and/or a background on GHG assessments, GRI reporting, or environmental impact assessments.
  • Experience in data visualization tools is desirable (Power BI/ Tableau/ Python/SQL)

About MSCI

 

What we offer you

  • Transparent compensation schemes and comprehensive employee benefits, tailored to your location, ensuring your financial security, health, and overall wellbeing.
  • Flexible working arrangements, advanced technology, and collaborative workspaces.
  • A culture of high performance and innovation where we experiment with new ideas and take responsibility for achieving results.
  • A global network of talented colleagues, who inspire, support, and share their expertise to innovate and deliver for our clients.
  • Global Orientation program to kickstart your journey, followed by access to our Learning@MSCI platform, LinkedIn Learning Pro and tailored learning opportunities for ongoing skills development.
  • Multi-directional career paths that offer professional growth and development through new challenges, internal mobility and expanded roles.
  • We actively nurture an environment that builds a sense of inclusion belonging and connection, including eight Employee Resource Groups. All Abilities, Asian Support Network, Black Leadership Network, Climate Action Network, Hola! MSCI, Pride & Allies, Women in Tech, and Women’s Leadership Forum.

At MSCI we are passionate about what we do, and we are inspired by our purpose – to power better investment decisions. You’ll be part of an industry-leading network of creative, curious, and entrepreneurial pioneers. This is a space where you can challenge yourself, set new standards and perform beyond expectations for yourself, our clients, and our industry.

MSCI is a leading provider of critical decision support tools and services for the global investment community. With over 50 years of expertise in research, data, and technology, we power better investment decisions by enabling clients to understand and analyze key drivers of risk and return and confidently build more effective portfolios. We create industry-leading research-enhanced solutions that clients use to gain insight into and improve transparency across the investment process.

MSCI Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected parental leave), veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. MSCI is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please email Disability.Assistance@msci.com and indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Please note, this e-mail is intended only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation; it is not intended for other inquiries.

 

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