Climate Data Specialist Job Reference: 2025-4773 Location: Monterrey Category: Data and Operations Solution: Sustainability & Climate Role Category: Hybrid Apply Climate Data Specialist Share Your Team Responsibilities

The Climate Data and Content Services team is responsible for the research and assessment of carbon footprint and business initiatives related to climate change for approximately 14,000 companies globally. The team’s research is focused on climate-related metrics, which include carbon emissions, energy transition performance, and climate change targets and commitments, using a variety of sources, such as annual reports, sustainability reports, quantitative data feeds from third-party providers, news publications, and other company disclosures.

Your Key Responsibilities

Your primary responsibility is to build on the sector expertise of the team and to support all our climate data integration efforts. You will uphold the quality of our Climate Change Metrics data set within your sector and engage with internal and external stakeholders for better understanding of methodology and data. Your tasks will include reviewing and validating climate data provided by vendors and issuers. In addition, you are expected to:

Address queries pertaining to our Climate data from our internal and external users, reconciling data challenges, training users on our methodologies and processes, and maintaining process documentation;

Work with a global team of researchers, data and IT specialists, and vendors to enhance and improve our research and assessment of companies’ carbon footprint, climate change targets and commitments, and climate change mitigation practices;

Capture and transform climate data metrics into meaningful information/ratings/scores;

Support coverage and content expansion projects defined by the business;

Contribute to working committees, projects, or perform other tasks as deemed necessary by the business;

Use AI models such as GPT, Sequoia and other Gen-AI tools in data assessment process; and

Support testing, refinement, and implementation of Gen-AI tools, data sources, or frameworks.

Your skills and experience that will help you excel

Bachelor's degree in finance, statistics, sustainability, environmental science, business, or related degrees.

Knowledge of climate change issues and regulations, including carbon offsets, climate reporting standards (e.g. TCFD, ISSB) and frameworks (e.g. IPCC, UNFCCC, etc.).

Minimum of 1-3 years working experience in Energy (Oil & Gas), Utilities, Industrials, Materials or Transport sectors and/or a background on GHG assessments, GRI/SASB/ISSB reporting, or environmental impact assessments.

Demonstrable experience in data visualization (PowerBI), data science (Python) and/or generative AI prompt engineering (ChatGPT or similar) is desirable.

Ability to articulate and communicate complex concepts with ease.

Fast learner and strong logical & critical thinker.

Ability to work under minimal supervision.

Ability to anticipate problems and opportunities, and adapt to new challenges.

Ability to work with multiple stakeholders in a collaborative global team environment.

About MSCI

What we offer you

Transparent compensation schemes and comprehensive employee benefits, tailored to your location, ensuring your financial security, health, and overall wellbeing.Flexible working arrangements, advanced technology, and collaborative workspaces.A culture of high performance and innovation where we experiment with new ideas and take responsibility for achieving results.A global network of talented colleagues, who inspire, support, and share their expertise to innovate and deliver for our clients.Global Orientation program to kickstart your journey, followed by access to our Learning@MSCI platform, AI Learning Center , LinkedIn Learning Pro and tailored learning opportunities for ongoing skills development.Multi-directional career paths that offer professional growth and development through new challenges, internal mobility and expanded roles.We actively nurture an environment that builds a sense of inclusion belonging and connection, including eight Employee Resource Groups. All Abilities, Asian Support Network, Black Leadership Network, Climate Action Network, Hola! MSCI, Pride & Allies, Women in Tech, and Women’s Leadership Forum.

At MSCI we are passionate about what we do, and we are inspired by our vision – to power better decisions. You’ll be part of an industry-leading network of creative, curious, and entrepreneurial pioneers. This is a space where you can challenge yourself, set new standards and perform beyond expectations for yourself, our clients, and our industry.

MSCI strengthens global markets by connecting participants across the financial ecosystem with a common language. Our research-based data, analytics and indexes, supported by advanced technology, set standards for global investors and help our clients understand risks and opportunities so they can make better decisions and unlock innovation. We serve asset managers and owners, private-market sponsors and investors, hedge funds, wealth managers, banks, insurers and corporates.

MSCI Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected parental leave), veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. MSCI is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please email Disability.Assistance@msci.com and indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Please note, this e-mail is intended only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation; it is not intended for other inquiries.

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MSCI is committed to providing a competitive benefit package to you and, where applicable, your family. 

Healthcare benefits, including: 

Medical Insurance  Life Insurance  Dental healthplan  Vision healthplan 

Financial Wellbeing benefits, including:

Short-Term Saving Fund (Fondo de Ahorro)  Savings Bank (Caja de Ahorro) Pansion Plan contribution Development opportunities

At MSCI career paths are multi-directional, and we believe that new and challenging experiences drive both professional growth and business success.

Everyone here is responsible for leading their own development and we’re here to support and guide you every step of the way. Whether that means deepening your expertise, moving across teams, or stepping into leadership, you’ll have access to internal mobility, learning and skills development, stretch opportunities and mentoring. 

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Monterrey

Equus Torre Norte
Av. Ricardo Margain #444, Piso 8
Colonia Valle del Campestre
San Pedro Garza García, NL
C.P. 66268 Monterrey
Mexico

Our Monterrey office is next to the Arboleda District, close to the city center, with an amazing view of the Chipinque and Cerro de la Silla mountains. Almost all our functions are represented here, with the Sales and Relationship Management, Technology and Data Operations teams having the largest presence. Our local employee-led committees hold regular social activities for everyone, and you’ll also benefit from a variety of collaboration spaces, wellness rooms, a cafeteria and free parking. Learn more about our Monterrey office.

Recruitment process Apply online

First, click Apply and upload a CV that shows us the skills and passion you could bring to this role, as well as your contact details so we can reach out to you. 

Talk to our recruiter

If you look like a good match, our recruiters will arrange a chat where we’ll ask about your motivations, experience, and background, and where you can ask us anything you want to know about working at MSCI.

Interview with our team

If you like what you hear, and we think you have what we need, then it’s time to interview with your future team, either virtually or in the office. These interviews will give you a clear insight into the team and the day-to-day responsibilities of the role. Read our interview top tips.

Make your decision

If you’re successful, we’ll make you an offer and give you any further information you need to help you make your decision. If the answer is yes, it’s time for some background checks, and then we’ll welcome you on board. Learn more about our onboarding experience.

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