SustainoMetric, an on-demand ESG Research firm based in The Netherlands, is looking to expand its ESG Research team with a Lead Analyst. The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of experience in ESG consulting, research, or related fields. This role bridges execution and leadership combining hands-on ESG research expertise with team oversight and quality ownership. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in driving high-quality ESG assessments, mentoring analysts, and ensuring seamless project delivery, while contributing to process improvements and client-aligned outputs.

Key Responsibilities
1. ESG Research & Analysis
• Conduct in-depth ESG research and company assessments aligned with client methodologies/frameworks
• Analyze company disclosures including sustainability reports, annual reports, proxy filings, and policies
• Interpret qualitative and quantitative ESG data with strong attention to accuracy and consistency 2. Quality Control & Review
• Perform detailed quality checks on ESG assessments completed by analysts and senior analysts
• Ensure consistency, accuracy, and alignment with client-specific frameworks and guidelines
• Identify gaps, discrepancies, and areas of improvement in research outputs 3. Team Support & Mentorship
• Act as a point of contact for analysts and senior analysts for day-to-day queries
• Guide team members on complex ESG indicators and interpretation challenges
• Support onboarding and training of new team members 4. Project Coordination
• Assist in managing project workflows, timelines, and deliverables
• Ensure smooth coordination within the team to meet client deadlines
• Escalate risks or bottlenecks proactively 5. Client Engagement Support




• Support ESG projects by collaborating with senior stakeholders and research leads
• Assist in developing ESG insights, recommendations, and analytical outputs for client deliverables 6. Process Improvement & Innovation
• Suggest and implement improvements in research methodologies, data collection, and workflows
• Contribute to building internal knowledge repositories and best practices
• Support automation or efficiency initiatives where applicable
• outputs for client deliverables
• Provide research-backed inputs for ESG strategies and reports Skills Required
• Strong understanding of ESG frameworks, standards, and reporting guidelines (e.g., GRI, SASB, TCFD).
• Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Proven experience in managing client relationships and leading projects.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with ESG data analytics tools is a plus. Eligibility:
• Master’s degree in finance/economics, MBA or equivalent. Degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Business, Finance is a plus.
• 4+ years of experience in sustainability research, consulting or a related area.

What We Offer
• Market-competitive salary package.
• Flexible working (WFO/WFH).
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A team-oriented and inclusive work environment.

Location:
Varanasi (On-site) Position: Lead Analyst / Research Lead Start date: ASAP

Salary:
As per market standard

Job Type
Full Time If interested, please apply here: https://careers.sustainometric.com/lead-esg-research-analyst-3iwxsshw69

📌 Lead ESG research Analyst (Varanasi)
🏢 SustainoMetric
📍 Varanasi