ARE Job Description: Manager – Engagement and Research (Energy Transition India) Location: India (preferably New Delhi)

Type: Contract, hybrid working with occasional travel

Reporting to: Strategic Advisor Power Markets and Technology Innovation

Asia Research and Engagement (ARE) catalyses corporate change to address Asia’s sustainable development challenges. We run collaborative engagement programs across Asia, assembling coalitions of investors to address strategic sustainability issues and using dialogue and shareholder escalation tools to shift the mindsets of senior decision-makers across finance and industry.

ARE has a team of highly motivated professionals with a range of backgrounds and disciplines who help to drive change. Our activities include running investor-backed engagement programmes and producing high-grade research on sustainability themes and management by Asian listed companies. We work on financed emissions, energy-related industries, and food and agricultural systems. The company head office is in Singapore and has a total of 30 employees and consultants in 3 locations across Asia. Visit www.asiareengage.com to learn more about ARE.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated and purpose-driven Manager, Engagement and Research to support ARE’s Energy Transition Platform (ETP) work in India. This newly created role will combine strategic corporate and financial sector engagement with rigorous research and benchmarking responsibilities. The successful candidate will work closely with the Strategic Advisor Power Markets and Technology Innovation and collaborate with regional teams to advance the energy transition agenda in India, focusing on key sectors such as energy, finance, and heavy industry.

The role will suit a self-starter with strong relationship-building skills, excellent research capabilities, and a passion for driving sustainability and decarbonisation in India.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Engagement and Relationship Management

• Build and maintain relationships with Indian energy companies, financial institutions, regulators, and investors.
• Arrange and lead engagement meetings with corporate stakeholders to promote climate action and corporate transition strategies.
• Tailor investor-backed engagement materials to suit Indian corporate contexts and policy frameworks.
• Support the coordination of investor engagement efforts under the Energy Transition Platform in India.

Research and Analysis

• Develop detailed company profiles, policy analyses, and sectoral research focused on the Indian energy and finance ecosystem.
• Conduct benchmarking of Indian corporates and banks against climate transition indicators.
• Maintain data accuracy and analytical rigour in all research outputs.
• Contribute to cross-country and regional research initiatives in collaboration with ARE’s teams in Singapore and China.

Knowledge Management and Strategy

• Track developments in India’s regulatory, financial, and industry landscape relevant to energy transition and ESG risks.
• Maintain and update internal databases on company engagement, policy movements, and market intelligence.
• Support the development of ARE’s thought leadership in India by identifying strategic opportunities for influence.

Communications and Advocacy

• Draft blog posts, op-eds, presentations, and social media content to support ARE’s visibility and advocacy.
• Represent ARE at relevant industry forums, conferences, and stakeholder consultations.
• Contribute to funding proposals and reports related to India-focused programming.

Requirements & Competencies:

• 5 – 7 years of experience in sustainability, ESG, climate finance, energy, investment, policy, or related fields.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in economics, environmental studies, business, public policy, or a relevant discipline from a premier institution in India or internationally
• Experience in research, analysis, and/or corporate engagement in India’s energy or financial sectors.
• Familiarity with ESG frameworks, sustainable finance, or climate-related financial disclosures is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of how environmental and climate issues relate to business and financial risk in India.

Required Attributes:

• Tenacious, collaborative, and intellectually curious.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to synthesise complex data.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Motivated to contribute to India’s decarbonization and climate action goals

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to work with a purpose-driven organisation, driving sustainability and climate action in Asia
• Flexible, collaborative and mission-oriented work environment
• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
• Opportunities for professional growth and learning

Interested in this position?

Please send your CV and a short cover letter explaining your interest in the role to: [email protected] with subject line: “Application: Manager Engagement and Research – [Your Name]”

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.