Alexander Ugoh
Rainham,UK
Summary
Nigerian-British international development consultant with over six years of experience in sustainable development. Expertise in cross-sector collaboration across public, private, and non-profit sectors to advance UN Sustainable Development Goals. Proven track record in sustainable investing, risk management, and public policy, with significant contributions to educational policy, waste management, and climate transition. Leadership roles include Young Leader at CAFOD and Delegate at COP26, complemented by a Bachelor's in Political Economy and a Certificate in Sustainable Investing.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Associate, Sustainable Investing
Goldman Sachs Asset Management
London, UK
08.2024 - 02.2026
- Advised institutional investors on ESG integration and sustainability alignment across their global portfolios.
- Oversaw sustainability reporting functions for the European franchise, ensuring complete adherence to regulations and market readiness.
- Delivered quarterly strategic insights on global sustainability policy and regulation across asset classes.
- Implemented two flagship ESG regulatory projects throughout public markets.
Life coach
HUGOH Partners
Remote
01.2024 - Current
- Facilitated transformational experiences, enabling clients to realise full potential.
- Guided clients in achieving life's purpose and securing full-time roles aligned with passions.
- Designed clear pathways into workplaces that harness client drive for excellence.
Analyst, Global Risk Management
Goldman Sachs
London, UK
07.2023 - 08.2024
- Established risk and resilience frameworks within various multi-sector asset accounts.
- Spearheaded reporting automation, enhancing accuracy and delivery speed by 50%.
- Supported European regional security managers in crisis management and asset protection, gaining practical experience.
- Led risk and control self-assessment projects across engineering, real estate, and vendor management teams.
- Enhanced operational risk reporting and increased data quality for sustainable metrics.
- Facilitated consensus among senior leadership and risk partners during regulatory uplifts.
Program Manager, Widening Participation
King's College London
London, UK
01.2021 - 06.2023
- Curated ideas for programme development and collaborated with the delivery team to rollout the new post-16 strategy.
- Designed and led access-to-education programs aligned with social impact KPIs.
- Oversaw team of more than 20 mentors and cultivated new corporate alliances, safeguarded operations and delivered events seamlessly to ensure maximum impact
- Implemented institutional equity and inclusion strategies in accordance with SDG4.
Education
BSc - Political Economy
King's College London
London, UKSkills
- Climate resilience and adaptation
- Sustainable finance and ESG
- Participatory program design
- Policy and regulatory strategy
- Crisis response and risk management
- Inclusive leadership and systems thinking
- Languages: English (fluent), French (A2)
Hobbies and interests
Outside of work, I’m an environmentalist, fitness enthusiast, and adventurer — drawn to nature, exploring historical sites, endurance running, HYROX and mindful games of snooker.
Volunteer Experience
- CAFOD, Young Leader, Led UK-wide climate adaptation campaigns, reaching 30,000+ participants., Liaised with emergency response teams across Africa and Asia to bridge local and global strategy., Directed digital engagement efforts, boosting campaign reach by 35%.
- Teenage Cancer Trust, Fundraising Volunteer, Raised funds for TCT by completing endurance challenges throughout the month of June (3,000 push-ups, 300km of running and cycling)
LEADERSHIP & INITIATIVES
- Founder, HUGOH – Purpose-driven platform focused on sustainable development and Africa-centered thought leadership.
- COP26 Youth Delegate – Participated in global climate discussions and youth policy engagement.
- CAFOD Young Leader – Contributed to advocacy, campaigns, and climate storytelling initiatives.
- Analyst Impact Fund – Collaborated with Barefoot College International on SDG-aligned investment.
- Steering Committee – Co-led equity and culture initiatives within corporate environments.
- Cultural Recognition Award – Honored for values-driven leadership and inclusive impact.
Certification
- CFA Institute, Sustainable Investing Certificate
- Institute of Risk Management, Fundamentals of Risk Management for Financial Services
- SSAT, Leadership Accreditation
Timeline
Associate, Sustainable Investing
Goldman Sachs Asset Management
08.2024 - 02.2026
Life coach
HUGOH Partners
01.2024 - Current
Analyst, Global Risk Management
Goldman Sachs
07.2023 - 08.2024
Program Manager, Widening Participation
King's College London
01.2021 - 06.2023
BSc - Political Economy
King's College London