Climate Risk Associate

Strategic Staffing Solutions is seeking a Climate Risk Associate in New York, NY, with over 5 years of experience in financial services, sustainability, or risk management. Candidates should have strong analytical skills, experience with climate frameworks, and the ability to prepare executive presentations. This contractor role requires excellent communication and project management abilities, along with adaptability in fast-paced environments.
Climate Risk & Value Creation Associate
Role Overview
New York, NY
Required Qualifications

5+ years of overall professional experience with at least 2–3 years in Financial Services, investing, sustainability, climate strategy, risk management, or related fields.
Strong quantitative and analytical skills with advanced Excel capabilities and the ability to translate complex analytics into actionable insights and documentation.
Experience preparing executive-level presentations and managing cross-functional stakeholder relationships.
Knowledge of climate-related frameworks including:

Climate scenario analysis
GHG accounting
Decarbonization strategies
Climate resilience and transition planning
Sustainability reporting and target-setting frameworks


Ability to work in fast-paced environments, manage ambiguity, and adapt to evolving priorities.
Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills.