Portfolio ESG Analyst

• Own ESG data systems: Drive the systematisation of ESG data collection, storage and calculation from our renewable energy assets and counterparties, ensuring full alignment with SFDR and other disclosure frameworks.
• Implement scalable reporting infrastructure: Define templates, tools and processes that support efficient reporting as the platform grows, including input into the ESG reporting suite used across funds.
• Lead fund ESG reporting: Take ownership of ESG data and disclosures for selected funds, supporting regulatory, investor and internal reporting needs. This includes quarterly reports, annual impact statements and input to investor presentations.
• Stewardship and engagement: Work with investee companies and third-party asset managers to support ESG improvements in both strategy and operations. This includes contributing to engagement plans, overseeing action follow-ups, and tracking progress on thematic topics such as biodiversity, community relations, or supply chain transparency.

This role helps ensure ESG risks are well managed and that sustainability and impact goals are consistently advanced, contributing to the global renewable energy revolution and accelerating the transition to net zero.

• 1–3 years’ experience in ESG, sustainability or sustainable finance, ideally with exposure to infrastructure, real assets or investment funds
• Familiarity with sustainability regulations and standards (e.g. SFDR, EU Taxonomy, TCFD, CSRD, PRI)
• Practical experience in carbon footprinting and ESG data collection preferred
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills with the ability to work across complex data sets
• Comfortable building or managing reporting platforms and tools; experience streamlining data processes and identifying improvements

Octopus Energy Group is a unique culture where people learn, decide, and build quicker, with autonomy and amazing co-owners. The company was recently named the UK's top company to work for and ranked in the top ten in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024. Salary is flexible and discussed during recruitment calls to match experience.

Octopus Energy Generation (OEGEN) is one of Europe’s leading investors in renewable energy and energy transition, managing over £7bn in assets spanning onshore wind, solar, energy transition infrastructure, and climate tech, with a mission to drive the global renewable energy revolution.