Senior Analyst, Risk Management

Who we are:
Verdantix are an award-winning independent research, advisory and events firm; that acts as an essential thought-leader for world-enhancing innovation through our expertise in digital strategies for Sustainability, Real Estate and Built Environment, ESG, Operational Excellence, Net Zero and Risk Management. From our offices in Central London, New York City and Boston, we produce high quality research, deliver consulting projects and create events for senior managers, technology executives and investors.
The Role:
Reporting to the Senior Manager for the Risk Management practice, the Senior Analyst will play a pivotal role in providing our clients with an informed view on the rapidly changing business risk landscape, and the associated risk management strategies and technologies firms are leveraging to become more resilient over the next decade.
This position is a vital part of the growth and development of our Risk Management team located across New York, Boston, and in London.
Excelling in this role requires anenthusiasm for understanding how technology can improve business outcomes, experience in producing high-quality written deliverables, and the ability to contribute to client-facing engagements. Successful candidates will have the ambition to undertake a wide range of qualitative and quantitative research in collaboration with other analysts.
We are considering applications in the range of
£56,000 - £62,000
(dependant on experience) plus a competitive quarterly bonus. Please note, applications will be reviewed w/c
Monday 10th June.
Our analysts benefit from our structured ‘Analyst Training Framework’ which offers 24-months of tailored learning which will equip high performers to progress to more senior analyst positions at Verdantix.
What you'll be doing:
Conducting research based on the established portfolio of Verdantix methodologies.
Undertaking research interviews with senior executives.
Building quantitative models to size and forecast industrial technology markets.
Efficiently writing high-quality research documents in English.
Producing reports on technology vendors based on technology briefings.
Working on consulting projects relating to ESG risk management technologies.
Attending industry events to help raise the profile of Verdantix in the market.
Developing trusted relationships with Verdantix clients and senior industry decision makers.
Supporting marketing efforts by writing blogs and engaging in social media activities.
What we're looking for:
Educated to undergraduate level with a preference for top-tier universities. Keen to see candidates with a degree in Business Administration, Economics, Statistics, Engineering, Law, Environmental Science, or other related fields. Desirable to have a relevant MSc or MBA.
Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years experience in professional services / consulting firm / analyst firm.
Proven ability to quickly write high quality reports for a business audience.
Quantitative skills and knowledge of Excel to manipulate large data sets and apply basic mathematical concepts.
Experience in conducting research interviews and contributing to the development of research reports.
Understanding of priorities of the chief risk officer including enterprise risk management, integrated risk management, third-party risk management, ESG risk and reputational risk. Understanding of the GRC and RMIS technology markets is a plus.
Motivated by working for a purpose-driven company and sustainability driven data initiatives.
Creative thinker with ability to synthesize information from multiple sources to recommend entirely new product investments.
Highly effective prioritisation and organisational skills, confident in dealing with multiple competing priorities and managing expectations.
Outstanding written and verbal communications skills to explain and translate complex technology concepts into simple and intuitive communication.
World class sense of humour!
Additional Benefits:
Competitive salary (with annual review)
Performance-driven quarterly bonus scheme
Pension with enhanced employer contribution
Generous holiday entitlement, accruing an extra day with every year worked (local capping applies)
Quarterly employee recognition scheme
Hybrid working option with the aim of promoting flexibility and work-life balance
Private medical insurance including online GP service, mental health support, discounted gym memberships
Enhanced family-friendly benefits
Weekly ‘flexi-hour’ to extend a lunch break or finish early on your day of choice
Cycle to work scheme - tax efficient purchase of a bike, bike accessories, or both
Time off for volunteering when done through our partner OnHand: an app for local volunteering and climate action
Multiple social events throughout the year, including Company Ramble & Sports Day
Strong focus on learning and development with career plans for all employees
Dog friendly office
Fantastic colleagues with a great sense of humour!
Why Verdantix:
We seek individuals with a passionate belief that innovation and technology can transform corporate EHS, operational risk and real estate performance. People who thrive at Verdantix have a proven work ethic, a desire to be challenged, and a strong sense of curiosity. Our management culture and career development is based on achievements, skills and behaviours with quarterly reviews that keep individuals and the firm on track. We recognize that everyone on the Verdantix team has a significant contribution to make to the growth of the business. We operate with a high level of transparency about business performance and include all employees in big decisions such as growth strategies and new product launches. Come and join our growing team!
Verdantix is a winner of ‘The 2021 Queen’s Award for Enterprise in the International Trade’ category. The Queen’s Awards for Enterprise are the most prestigious awards in the United Kingdom. Verdantix won the Queen’s Award due to its sustained growth in international trade over the last three years – including through the pandemic. This rapid, consistent growth reflects demand for the high-quality research and advisory services that Verdantix provides to clients in seventeen countries.