Senior Business Analyst Sustainability (fixed term)

At M&G our purpose is to give everyone real confidence to put their money to work. As an international savings and investments business with roots stretching back more than 170 years we offer a range of financial products and services through Asset Management Life and Wealth. All three operating segments work together to deliver attractive financial outcomes for our clients and superior shareholder returns.

Through our behaviours of telling it like it is owning it now and moving it forward together with care and integrity we are creating an exceptional place to work for exceptional talent.

We will consider flexible working arrangements for any of our roles and also offer work place accommodations to ensure you have what you need to effectively deliver in your role.

Role Overview

As a Senior Business Analyst you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering sustainability initiatives. You will work closely with business and technical stakeholders to analyse, define and deliver solutions that support our sustainability objectives including regulatory compliance (e.g. CSRD/ISSB), ESG reporting and operational transformation. You will be expected to lead complex analysis, mentor colleagues and ensure that sustainability considerations are embedded in all aspects of project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the investigation, analysis and documentation of requirements for sustainability-related projects ensuring alignment with regulatory and business objectives.
• Shape solution designs in partnership with sustainability finance and technical SMEs.
• Drive the analysis of data infrastructure and processes to support robust sustainability reporting and operational improvements.
• Facilitate workshops and stakeholder engagement sessions to elicit requirements and build consensus.
• Mentor and support other Business Analysts fostering best practices in sustainability analysis and delivery.
• Proactively identify and resolve issues, risks and dependencies particularly those related to sustainability data and reporting.
• Ensure adherence to governance standards and contribute to the continuous improvement of sustainability project methodologies.
• Stay abreast of emerging sustainability regulations and best practices and ensure these are reflected in project deliverables.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Deep understanding of business analysis techniques with a strong track record in sustainability regulatory or ESG-focused projects.
• Ability to analyse and optimise business processes for sustainability outcomes.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills including the ability to influence and negotiate at all levels.
• Experience working with data and technology teams to deliver sustainability solutions.
• Comfortable working in Agile, Waterfall and hybrid environments.
• Strong critical thinking, research and problem-solving skills.
• Experience mentoring or coaching colleagues.

Experience & Knowledge

• Proven experience as a Senior Business Analyst or similar ideally in sustainability, ESG or regulatory projects within financial services or a related sector.
• Familiarity with sustainability regulations (e.g. CSRD, ISSB) and reporting frameworks.
• Experience facilitating workshops and managing complex stakeholder groups.
• Knowledge of sustainability data reporting and operational transformation.
• Experience working in highly regulated environments.

Work Level: Manager / Expert

Recruiter: Matt Campbell

Close Date: 5th November 2025

We have a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture at M&G plc underpinned by our policies and our employee‑led networks who provide networking opportunities, advice and support for the diverse communities our colleagues represent. Regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, nationality, disability or long‑term condition we are looking to attract, promote and retain exceptional people. We also welcome those who take part in military service and those returning from career breaks.

M&G is also proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and we welcome applications from candidates with long‑term health conditions, disabilities or neuro‑divergent conditions. Being a Disability Confident Leader means that candidates who meet the minimum criteria of a job will be offered an interview if they opt in to the scheme when applying.

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Required Experience

Senior IC

Key Skills

• SQL
• Agile
• Business Analysis
• Visio
• Waterfall
• Business Process Modeling
• Requirements Gathering
• Business Requirements
• JD Edwards
• SDLC
• Systems Analysis
• Data Analysis Skills

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

Analyst Sustainability • Edinburgh, Scotland, UK