Consultant, Climate Change and Sustainability Services Financial Services, Zurich

EY is looking for a Consultant to join its Climate Change and Sustainability Services team within the Financial Services practice, based in Zurich. The role sits in a global network that helps banks, insurers, asset managers and other financial institutions embed sustainability into their strategies and operations. Every day the consultant will lead and support projects that cover regulatory implementation, sustainability reporting and assurance for financial‑sector clients. Work will involve interpreting EU and Swiss rules such as CSRD, EU Taxonomy, SFDR, RBI and FINMA, applying reporting frameworks like ESRS, ISSB, TCFD, GRI and TNFD, and advising on net‑zero transition plans, greenhouse‑gas accounting and impact‑investment strategies. The position also requires creating commercial insights, adapting methods to client contexts, and contributing to internal thought leadership while collaborating across EY's multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate brings a university degree in finance, economics or an environmental discipline and demonstrates a strong personal drive for sustainability, social responsibility and good governance. Essential skills include solid analytical and problem‑solving abilities, familiarity with AI‑related tools for data analysis, excellent written and spoken communication, and the capacity to juggle several deliverables simultaneously. The role also demands effective teamwork in a multicultural environment. The Zurich office offers a fast‑growing, internationally diverse team where an agile, growth‑oriented mindset is valued. The position provides exposure to high‑impact projects across banking, insurance, pensions, wealth management and private‑equity, giving ample opportunity to develop expertise in sustainable finance and to influence the sector's evolution. What the role asks for: - Bachelor's or Master's degree in finance, economics or environment - Strong motivation for sustainability, social and governance issues - Excellent problem‑solving and analytical abilities - Familiarity with AI tools such as data analytics or generative AI - Strong verbal and written communication skills - Ability to manage multiple deliverables across parallel projects - Ability to work effectively in a multicultural team environment - Nice‑to‑have: Agile, growth‑oriented mindset