ESG & Climate risk specialist with a background in computer science and a passion for solving problems with regards to climate change and its impacts. I help organizations comprehend and proactively deal with sustainability challenges pertinent to their businesses, aiding in risk mitigation and capitalizing on opportunities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Consultant, ESG and Climate Risk
Ernst & Young (EY UK)
London
02.2023 - Current
Performed an in-depth analysis of a prominent Japanese bank's (EMEA region) finance emissions methodology and calculations, utilizing the PCAF framework; followed by recommendations on streamlining of methodology and data sourcing
Spearheaded the development of an ESG scorecard solution, incorporating sentiment analysis and ratings benchmarking
Handled project management tasks effectively, ensuring outstanding delivery standards and optimal progress towards set objectives
Client relationships and business development initiatives - crafting proposals, identifying prospective clients, and formulating 'go to market' strategies.
Lead Solution Advisor, ESG and Climate Risk
Deloitte
Mumbai
04.2022 - 01.2023
Executed comprehensive analysis for calculating Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions in collaboration with carbon accounting vendor Persefoni
Actively partook in identifying target clientele and conducted market-facing eminence undertakings
Performed ESG materiality assessments for diverse industry lending portfolios of banking clientele.
Lead Analyst, Climate and Catastrophe Risk Consulting
Willis Towers Watson (WTW)
India
06.2017 - 03.2022
Evaluated an Australian bank's property portfolio for physical climate risks, followed by financial impact quantification for potential business downtime due to windstorm and flooding
Developed a bespoke approach to assess potential impacts of physical climate change on a UK-based real estate business, enhancing operational resilience
The results contributed to the client's submission to the TCFD
Conducted a climate impact assessment on agricultural yields across various suppliers for a food production organization.
Sr. Portfolio Analyst, Catastrophe Risk
American International Group (AIG)
India
04.2014 - 06.2017
Undertook catastrophe risk exposure modelling for a Property and Casualty (P&C) portfolio, followed by an analysis on the changes in result distributions driven by the application of a variety of re/insurance model presumptions
Generated business insights and collaborated with underwriters.
Education
Master of Engineering - Software Systems
BITS Pilani
Bachelor of Technology - Computer Science
GBTU
Certifications - Associate in risk management (ARM)
Pursuing
Certifications - DELF A1 (French)
Skills
Physical Climate Scenario Analysis
ESG Materiality Assessment
Sustainability Reporting
Financed Emissions
Catastrophe Modelling
SQL
Python
Power BI
GIS models
Catastrophe Models
Research
Presentation preparation
Documentation
Business Development
Work Visa Sponsorship
No work visa sponsorship required
Eligibility
Eligible to work in Canada
Hobbies and Interests
Aerial Yoga
Calligraphy
Learning Languages
Timeline
Senior Consultant, ESG and Climate Risk
Ernst & Young (EY UK)
02.2023 - Current
Lead Solution Advisor, ESG and Climate Risk
Deloitte
04.2022 - 01.2023
Lead Analyst, Climate and Catastrophe Risk Consulting
Willis Towers Watson (WTW)
06.2017 - 03.2022
Sr. Portfolio Analyst, Catastrophe Risk
American International Group (AIG)
04.2014 - 06.2017
Master of Engineering - Software Systems
BITS Pilani
Bachelor of Technology - Computer Science
GBTU
Certifications - Associate in risk management (ARM)
Consultant 2 - Financial Accounting and Advisors Services at ERNST & YOUNG (EY)Consultant 2 - Financial Accounting and Advisors Services at ERNST & YOUNG (EY)