Corporate Sustainability Greenhouse Gas Inventory, Analyst

About this role

Business Unit Overview:

BlackRock Finance and Strategy consist of Finance professionals in disciplines such as Controllers, Financial Planning and Analysis, Treasury, Tax, Regulatory Reporting, Strategy and Development, Accounting Operations and Corporate Accounting.  This role sits within the Global Corporate Sustainability Controllers (GCSC) team, which forms part of the broader Controllers Group. GCSC is a relatively new team with responsibility, globally, for BlackRock's voluntary and mandatory sustainability reporting at the corporate and enterprise levels.  The team also has ownership of the firm's Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Inventory, inclusive of data collection and reporting.    

In its day-to-day activities GCSC has significant interaction with the US-based Corporate Sustainability team, which has responsibility for, amongst other things, accelerating the firm's environmental sustainability efforts.  The team offers excellent opportunities to interact with an array of BlackRock teams, including Enterprise Services, Human Resources and Corporate Affairs as well as other global Finance and Strategy teams.

Purpose/Background:

An analyst based in Mumbai will join the GCSC team, which currently includes eight members, based in both Mumbai and Edinburgh. The role is positioned within the GHG Inventory sub-team and will report directly into the Vice President leading this team.  The analyst will contribute to the collation, analysis, and reporting of GHG data, ensuring compliance with global standards and supporting internal and external audit readiness.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in maintaining BlackRock's global GHG emissions inventory, including data collection, validation, and conversion to tCO₂e using GHG Protocol standards.

• Support the preparation of the annual GHG Emissions Report.

• Support the integration of GHG Inventory data and GHG accounting process for strategic acquisitions.

• Collaborate with third-party consultants to assess methodology changes and impact on emissions data.

• Support the implementation and maintenance of internal controls around emissions data and reporting.

• Contribute to governance processes for data approval and sign-off.

• Prepare supporting documentation for audit and regulatory reviews.

• Partner with internal teams (e.g., Financial Controls, Internal Audit) to strengthen the sustainability reporting control framework.

• Support stakeholder queries and contribute to internal presentations and committee materials.

• Participate in cross-functional meetings and contribute to team governance and knowledge sharing.

• Engage in ad-hoc projects and BAU activities as needed.

Development Value:

This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and evolving area of corporate reporting.  The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience implementing the GHG protocol and developing insights into how sustainability impacts financial services operations. As part of a small and agile team (GCSC), they will be involved in a broad range of activities and outputs, with excellent scope to build their network beyond Finance and Strategy and collaborate across functions. 

Experience/Competencies:

As this is an emerging area of corporate reporting, some competencies are required whilst others would be advantageous but are not prohibitive to being successful in the role.

Required

Technical and Analytical Skills

• GHG Accounting Knowledge: Experience with the GHG Protocol Corporate Standard, including Scopes 1, 2, and 3 emissions.

• Data Collection & Quantification: Ability to gather activity data (e.g., fuel use, electricity consumption) and to review and apply appropriate emission factors to calculate emissions.

• Use of Tools: Proficiency with GHG emissions calculators and spreadsheets.

Inventory Development and Management

• Ability to define organizational and operational boundaries for emissions reporting.

• Experience in developing and maintaining a GHG Inventory Management Plan.

• Knowledge of base year selection, tracking emissions over time, and adjusting inventories for acquisitions/divestments.

Strategic and Communication Skills

• Capability to review emission reduction targets and track progress.

• Skills in preparing assurance-ready reports for internal and external stakeholders.

• Ability to communicate findings to senior members.

Verification and Reporting

• Familiarity with third-party verification processes.

• Experience in preparing reports for audits or public disclosures.

Advantageous

• Exposure to PCAF methodology for finance.

• Knowledge of the acquisition and validation of EAC/GOs/REC and key registries as per region.

• Proficiency in the use /implementation of specialized software for carbon accounting.

• Understanding of financial sector emissions, especially Scope 3 categories like spend based emissions and supply chain impacts.

• Understanding of AI based emissions accounting and Impact

Skills/Qualifications:

• 2-4 years of post-graduate sustainability related experience (ideally in Financial Services).

• Organized and methodical, possessing attention to detail, good understanding of controls, good analytical skills, strong communicator and the ability to work to tight deadlines.

Our benefits

To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive healthcare, support for working parents and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.

Our hybrid work model

BlackRock's hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person – aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock.

About BlackRock

At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being.  Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children's educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.

This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment – the one we make in our employees. It's why we're dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive.

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