Climate Adaptation and Resilience Specialist

beBee Careers is hiring a Climate Adaptation and Resilience Specialist in Milan. The role involves conducting climate vulnerability assessments, supporting adaptation strategies, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates should have relevant degrees and knowledge of climate science and policies. The position offers a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and a strong benefits package. Fluency in Italian and English is required.
We are seeking a dedicated professional to join our Sustainable Development Team as a Climate Adaptation and Resilience Specialist. This role involves supporting our growing portfolio of projects, focusing on the major agenda of resilience and adaptation to climate change.
Key Responsibilities:
• Development of climate vulnerability and risk assessments for city, masterplanning, buildings, infrastructure, and advisory projects
• Technical support for reporting on physical risks and adaptation for a wide range of projects, in line with best practice and regulations such as TCFD, EU Taxonomy
• Support external partners and clients to develop adaptation and resilience plans and strategies
• Support design workstream in portfolios such as Transport Property, Energy Water and Resources and multidisciplinary design teams to embed resilience and climate adaptation in design
• Support global research on resilience and adaptation
Requirements:
• Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Urban Planning with focus on environment and climate; or Environmental science
• Knowledge of climate science and interpretation of model outputs for resilience and adaptation purposes
• Knowledge in design, construction and/or research on adaptation for the built environment
• Working knowledge of Global, European and Italian, policy and regulatory frameworks for climate change - including UNFCCC agenda and SDGs
• Excellent research and analysis skills
• Excellent report writing and communication skills
• Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams in multicultural environment
• Fluent in both Italian and English
Benefits:
• Competitive salary at all levels
• One of the best benefits packages in our sector
• Flexible working arrangements
• Opportunities to participate in cultural and social events with the local community
• Access to a range of flexible working options
About Us:

We aim to create an inclusive culture where people can be themselves and be valued for their contribution. We welcome all qualified applicants and offer fair and impartial consideration without regard to sex, race, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, genetic data, or other legally protected status.