Corporate Sector – Climate Risk Assessment – Analyst -JPMorgan Chase & Co

JPMorgan Chase & Co, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

About JPMorgan Chase & Co.

JPMorgan Chase & Co., one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law.

About the Team

Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we’re setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.

J.P. Morgan’s Climate Risk Management team is responsible for developing the firm’s approach to climate-related risk management, including both transition and physical risks. The candidate in this role will bring strong data, research and communication skills to the team to support the build-out of transition risk* capabilities across the firm. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to an exciting and rapidly evolving field within the financial services industry, with high focus and visibility within J.P. Morgan.

We are looking for exceptional candidates with well-rounded skills, including a proficiency in conducting research, performing quantitative analysis, and managing data in Excel or other relevant applications. Any knowledge of climate risk or sustainability is a bonus, but not a requisite for this role. The candidate should be highly-motivated to help us establish a comprehensive climate risk management framework against an ambitious timeline. The individual needs to be a self-starter, able to articulate his / her thoughts clearly, and have excellent attention to detail. We greatly value a candidate who has a keen sense of ownership and responsibility in each task performed.

The individual will also be interfacing with a variety of internal counterparts across the firm, learning about the many aspects relevant in assessing the potential implications of climate change on a large global financial institution such as JPMorgan Chase.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall support to the team’s climate and transition risk analytical frameworks, with focus on developing methodologies and conducting research on sectoral and corporate climate transition strategies
• Become an expert in the datasets we use to manage climate risk, forming conclusions on key trends and patterns and working with data providers to maximise our knowledge
• Help build, maintain and analyse outputs from climate risk assessment models and user tools
• Produce documentation to support climate risk assessment models and user tools
• Perform research on a range of climate related topics that affect the firm’s activities Help address regulatory expectations and requirements for managing climate-related risk

Desired Skills and Experience

• Strong university degree (2:1 equivalent or above) in a quantitative subject, with any additional education in a climate-related field a bonus
• Excellent analytical skills: proficient in Excel modelling and comfortable working large datasets; knowledge of Python/R would be an added benefit
• Strong sense of ownership and ability to work independently in producing deliverables with high standards and within tight deadlines
• Ability to convey information clearly, accurately and succinctly (both written and verbally)
• Ability to draft high-impact presentations and documentation, strong attention to detail

* Transition risks arise from the process of adjusting to a low-carbon economy. In addition to possible changes in climate policy and financial regulation, potential transition risks may include economic and other changes engendered by the development of low-carbon technological advances (e.g., electric vehicles and renewable energy) and/or changes in consumer preferences towards low-carbon goods and services. Transition risks could be further accelerated by the occurrence of changes in the physical climate. More information can be found in J.P. Morgan’s 2021 ESG report, available at [link].