Senior Physical Climate Risk Modeller

Senior Physical Climate Risk Modeller £50-60k Cambridge/hybrid We are recruiting for our specialist tech start up clients, with a clear mission statement; you will be joining a business who are using their product to assist some of the biggest global brands in their pathway to become Net Zero. We are looking for a Senior Risk Modeller to join our client’s mission of assisting businesses in managing their exposure and response to the dual nature-climate crisis – the two biggest systemic threats facing the economy. They have developed a unique modelling and analytics platform, established on over a decade of influential frameworks. The outcomes of their models aid corporations in assessing and navigating the risks and opportunities presented by the transition to a low-carbon, nature-positive economy. Their software platform, along with our advisory services, supports companies in producing climate- and nature-related analytics to navigate their pathway to net zero and sustainable business practices. Our clients are offering: * An unparalleled climate-tech platform, counting numerous international well known brands and companies as clients. * Opportunity for personal development * A multidisciplinary, diverse and passionate team of richly talented individuals * Excellent benefits, including bonus scheme and private medical insurance. * The opportunity to be part of something meaningful in the race to net zero. * Commitment to delivery with good time management, decision-making, and planning skills. * Must possess strong attention to detail, multi-tasking, and organisational abilities. The role * Part of the environmental analytics team based in our Cambridge office. * Flexible/hybrid working options available, although the majority of time will be spent in the Cambridge office. * Responsibilities include assisting in the development and maintenance of environmental and risk models. * Focus on physical climate risk modelling and developing new models and methods. * Expected to be a thought leader within the team, applying expertise across nature and climate. * Senior role involving handling complex datasets, conducting analytics, and building rigorous models. * Work involves quantifying the probability, consequences, and financial impacts of nature and climate risk scenarios. * Generate new insights through visualisation and representation of outputs. * Collaborate with clients on consulting projects and present advanced modelling results directly to them. * Work alongside a skilled team of modellers, economists, data scientists, and software engineers. * Contribute to the broader company's development and support Risilience in its mission towards a sustainable future. The candidate * Bachelor's or higher degree in natural sciences, mathematics, physics, or a related quantitative discipline. * At least three years' post-qualification experience. * Expertise in relevant physical scientific topics related to climate change and/or catastrophe risk, or quantitative modelling. * Familiarity with climate science and an ability to use or interpret the outputs of climate models and published datasets to produce customised analytics and models (e.g. IPCC and CMIP6). * Demonstrated experience with a programming language such as Python (preferred) or another language. * Excellent problem-solving skills, including the ability to learn new topics and develop innovative solutions. * Demonstrated experience synthesising information from various sources to create new knowledge or novel solutions; experience applying data science to real-world problems. * An ability to source information; organise and interpret datasets; and present and communicate results effectively. * An interest in climate change and/or nature risks and how these may impact business. EA- 1167