Senior Consultant, Economic Climate Finance

Who We Are  

FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations.

At FTI Consulting, you’ll work side-by side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you’ll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You’ll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you.

Are you ready to make your impact?

About the Role

FTI Consulting is looking for a talented professional at the Senior Consultant level (3-6 years’ experience) to join our Economics and Financial Consulting team. The main focus of the role is to support the growth of our business in the Government and Business Economics practice areas.

This role will be an integral part of a fast-growing national practice and provide you with the opportunity to work with a wide range of professionals across all areas of the FTI Consulting business in Australia and internationally.

You will be a contributor to business development activities, client relationship management and project delivery. Your professional development will be enhanced through internal and external training, on-the-job coaching and senior mentoring.

What You’ll Do
 

• Assist and support the delivery of client reports and analysis through independent analysis and teamwork

• Contribute to various projects to ensure that client needs are met within specified timelines and budget

• Actively participate/support in business development focused on State Governments and select industry verticals including climate, mining and resources, transport, water, construction and energy

• Assist with project budgets and proposals for prospective clients

• Cultivate strong relationships with prospective and existing clients

• Maintain up-to-date client and internal resource records via FTI Consulting’s financial systems

• Stay up to date with developments in Australia’s policy and business environment

How You’ll Grow
 

• Work in small cohesive project teams, and become closely involved with pitches and often have direct access to key decision makers, both internal and external

• Work closely with team leaders and senior members of the team to execute current project deliverables, brainstorm ideas to solve complex problems and provide general advice around our systems and processes

• Gather experience at the frontlines of economic analysis and the policy debate

• Draw upon regular technical training sessions to enhance your professional development, including via our e-learning facilities

• Interact with key stakeholders in the national and international economy

• Collaborate across segments and across the national and international network of experts within the company

What You Will Need to Succeed
 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Economics or related disciplines

• Demonstrated 3-6 years’ of professional work experience, preferably in a consulting environment

• Ideally, exposure to climate-related financial disclosure regulatory requirements – including modelling and analysis skills

• Knowledge of ESG and sustainability reviews and reporting (risk analysis, scenario modelling, financial impact assessments), and Climate Finance.

• Previous exposure to ESG Credit Scorecards (financial institution ESG criteria and assessment)

• An appreciation of climate finance – (carbon credit markets/structuring green/blue financial instruments)

• Financial modelling and analysis skills – financial modelling, project finance modelling, valuations, funding arrangements

• Ability to contribute to projects from conceptualisation to delivering the final report

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Excellent analytic skills and attention to detail

• Strong work ethic and integrity and high level of professionalism

• Experience in presenting analysis and results to clients

• This role will require travel to clients and FTIs offices

FTI Consulting acknowledges that we stand on the lands of the First Nations peoples and would like to pay our respects to Elders past and present. We extend solidarity and hope for a future where all are afforded justice, dignity and peace.

FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Compensation

Minimum Pay: $100,000

Maximum Pay: $120,000

Compensation Disclosure: The compensation range reflects potential base salary for the role. Actual compensation is determined based on a wide array of relevant factors including market considerations, business needs, and an individual's location, skills, level of experience, and qualifications