Intern - Associate, Climate Strategy

LeapFrog Investments is hiring an Intern - Associate for Climate Strategy in Greater London. The role involves supporting climate initiatives, implementing sustainability practices, conducting research on climate trends, and developing a climate action plan. The intern will collaborate with various teams to assess and report on climate-related data. Candidates should have 3-5 years of consulting experience in climate or sustainability fields, with expertise in GHG accounting and climate risk strategies.
About the Role

LeapFrog Investments is seeking an outstanding intern to support the execution of three key climate initiatives:

1. Implement LeapFrog's internal climate best practices to achieve sustainability targets and reduce the firm's carbon footprint.

2. Enhance and integrate global climate best practices within LeapFrog's private equity impact investment strategy.

3. Conduct research on emerging climate trends, decarbonisation strategies, risk assessment methodologies, and broader private equity sector developments.

To achieve these objectives, the selected candidate will:
• Develop a three-year climate action plan, aligned with industry best practices and peer assessments, to embed sustainable practices within LeapFrog.
• Gather and analyse data across the portfolio to assess climate-related initiatives and recommend high-impact opportunities for LeapFrog's journey toward Paris Alignment.
• Oversee the collection and reporting of LeapFrog's financial and operational data to quantify its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and establish a pathway for setting science-based targets.

About LeapFrog Investments

LeapFrog invests in healthcare, financial services and climate solutions businesses in high-growth global markets. Its companies deliver distinctive impact and robust returns, growing revenues on average 23% a year. LeapFrog companies now reach 537 million people with essential services in 37 countries. The firm has raised billions of dollars from global institutional investors, including a $500m commitment by Temasek to LeapFrog and its growth equity funds. LeapFrog has twice been ranked by Fortune as one of the top Companies to Change the World, alongside Apple and Novartis, and was named inaugural Pioneer in Impact by the FT and IFC at the Transformational Business Awards.

For more information, please visit: www.LeapFroginvest.com

Role and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Associate Director, Impact, Climate, the intern will play a key role in:
• Auditing and reviewing climate-related data and initiatives within select portfolio companies to benchmark performance and identify value-creation opportunities.
• Collaborating with LeapFrog's Finance and Impact teams, as well as external service providers, to quantify the firm's GHG footprint.
• Advancing LeapFrog's climate action plan to drive progress toward near-term and long-term climate objectives, ensuring alignment with evolving regulatory requirements.

About You

LeapFrog invests in businesses that support diverse communities worldwide, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment. We welcome applications from individuals with intelligence, passion, creativity, empathy, and a strong commitment to delivering both financial and social impact-even if their background does not precisely align with the qualifications below.

Qualifications and Experience
• 3-5 years of consulting experience in climate, resilience, or sustainability-related fields.
• Proven expertise in:

- Implementing sustainability initiatives in emerging markets and within private equity investments.

- GHG Protocol, carbon accounting frameworks, and decarbonisation strategies.

- Climate risk mitigation strategies tailored for private equity investors.

- Institutional investor expectations for climate management and reporting (e.g., ISSB/TCFD).
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Master's degree preferred (e.g., MBA) but not required.
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple workstreams across different time zones under tight deadlines.
• Proactive, adaptable, and results-driven, with the ability to reprioritise tasks as needed.

Additional Information
• Applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK independently.
• The role requires 3-4 days per week in our London office.
• Please attach a cover letter along with your CV.

Join us in leveraging data-driven insights to shape impactful investments and contribute to meaningful climate solutions globally!