Corporate Responsibility Analyst in London

DC Advisory is an international investment bank committed to making a difference. As part of an established global business, we offer access to over 750 professionals in 24 locations throughout Asia, Europe, and the US. Across 11 industry-focused teams, we offer tailored, independent advice on M&A, debt raisings and restructurings, private capital markets, secondary advisory, and access to unrivalled Asia investment knowledge.

As part of Daiwa Securities Group Inc., DC Advisory benefits from a long-standing, committed investor to build a business dedicated to the needs of our global clients.

Summary Of Role

The Corporate Responsibility Analyst is an entry-level role for an individual eager to build a career in corporate responsibility within a growth-focused, people‐first investment bank. Reporting to the Corporate Responsibility Director, the Analyst will play a key role in supporting the delivery of the firm's global Corporate Responsibility (CR) strategy, aligned to our "Making a Difference" pledge.

The role offers broad exposure across sustainability, environmental impact, diversity & inclusion, wellbeing, community engagement and responsible business practices. The Analyst will support data collection, analysis and reporting, while also contributing to the development of initiatives that help embed Corporate Responsibility as a long‐term differentiator for the firm. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands‐on experience in a high‐profile, evolving CR function and to work closely with senior stakeholders across the business.

Core Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of the firm's global Corporate Responsibility (CR) strategy, aligned to our "Making a Difference" pledge.
• Collect, analyse and maintain data across the CR programme, including environmental impact, carbon emissions, social impact, diversity & inclusion and wellbeing metrics.
• Assist with the preparation of internal and external CR and sustainability reporting, ensuring accuracy, consistency and clarity.
• Monitor progress against CR objectives, commitments and key performance indicators, escalating insights and risks as appropriate.
• Support the delivery of CR initiatives across sustainability, Inclusion & Diversity, wellbeing, community engagement and CSR.
• Prepare materials for CR deliverables, including presentations, dashboards, briefings and case studies.
• Conduct research and analysis to inform the development of new CR initiatives, policies and partnerships.
• Coordinate meetings, workshops and working groups related to Corporate Responsibility activity, including agenda preparation, minute-taking and action tracking.
• Maintain CR documentation, reporting calendars and records, and provide day‐to‐day operational support to the CR team.

Requirements

• Strong analytical capability with excellent attention to detail.
• Clear, confident written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast‐paced environment.
• Strong organisational skills and a structured approach to work.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• A proactive, collaborative mindset with a willingness to learn and take initiative.
• Genuine interest in corporate responsibility, sustainability, ESG and social impact.

Desirable:

• Relevant degree or qualification.
• Experience gained through an internship, placement or graduate role in corporate responsibility, sustainability, ESG or a related field.
• Familiarity with sustainability data, reporting frameworks or data visualisation tools.
• Interest in financial services and the role of responsible business within a global organisation.

Benefits

• Extensive on‐the‐job training.
• Team based hybrid working.
• Friendly and collaborative culture.
• Flat structure with frequent exposure to stakeholders of all levels.
• Access to International Affinity Groups.
• Generous pension and comprehensive private medical cover.