Senior Associate - Economic & Policy (Sustainability and Climate Change)

Job description

Line of Service Advisory Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Economics and Policy Management Level Senior Associate Job Description & Summary A career within Economics and Policy services will provide you with the opportunity to work alongside clients to develop sophisticated and compelling economic analysis to inform strategic choices and guide their development of policy. We focus on helping clients make better decisions by providing business insights grounded in evidence by combining financial and economic assessments, cost benefit analysis, policy reviews, and programme evaluations across the different industries and sectors. This role is suited for candidates who are analytically driven and want to work at the intersection of economics, climate, sustainability, and public policy. The role involves hands-on quantitative and qualitative analysis, policy and regulatory work, and direct exposure to government-linked clients and corporates in Malaysia and the region. Alongside this, you will be exposed to Deals‑related assignments, where economic, policy, regulatory, and climate considerations are material to transactions. This includes supporting ESG and climate‑related due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and investments, helping clients identify, assess, and understand policy‑, regulatory‑, and climate‑driven risks and opportunities that may affect valuation, deal structuring, and post‑transaction strategy. As a Senior Associate, you will play a hands ‑ on role in quantitative and qualitative analysis, work closely with a multidisciplinary team of problem solvers and contribute directly to client engagements from strategy to execution. You will engage with government ‑ linked entities, regulators, investors, and corporates, translating complex analysis into clear, decision ‑ relevant insights. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to: Key accountabilities As a PwC Professional Invite and give feedback in the moment in a constructive manner. Share and collaborate effectively with others. Identify and make suggestions for improvements when problems and/or opportunities arise. Handle, manipulate and analyse data and information responsibly. Follow risk management and compliance procedures. Keep up-to-date with developments in your area of specialism. Communicate confidently in a clear, concise and articulate manner - verbally and in the materials I produce. Build and maintain an internal and external network. Seek opportunities to learn about how PwC works as a global network of firms. Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct. ​ Role specific Conduct macroeconomic, climate, and sustainability analysis and research to support policy ‑ , regulatory ‑ , and public sector–focused advisory engagements, including climate and sustainability policy advisory, regulatory impact assessments, energy transition strategies, climate finance, carbon markets, and public finance. Develop, adapt, and apply economic and climate models to analyse trends, assess policy and regulatory impacts, and evaluate economic and climate scenarios relevant to national, sectoral, and thematic policy and sectoral questions. Prepare high ‑ quality analytical reports, policy papers, presentations, and technical documentation that communicate insights, implications, and recommendations to government, public sector, and corporate stakeholders. Undertake in ‑ depth research and analysis of climate, energy, and sustainability policy developments, regulatory frameworks, and market trends, with a strong focus on Malaysia and the regional context. Collaborate with cross ‑ functional teams to support the delivery of policy and regulatory advisory engagements, including synthesising inputs across economic, technical, market trends, and sectoral workstreams. Participate in client meetings, briefings, and discussions, contributing policy ‑ and analysis ‑ driven insights to support decision ‑ making. Provide targeted analytical support to transaction ‑ related workstreams, including ESG and climate ‑ related due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and investments, where sustainability or climate risks and opportunities are material. Support business development efforts through opportunity identification, proposal preparation, and selective participation in thought leadership and marketing initiatives. Skills, experience and qualifications 2–4 years of relevant experience in climate and sustainability analysis, economics and public policy advisory, energy transition, or related analytical roles. Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Economics, Public Policy, Environmental Science, Engineering, Renewable Energy, Sustainability, or a related discipline. Strong analytical and quantitative capabilities, including experience with economic or climate modelling, policy or impact analysis, statistical analysis, and/or financial analysis. Ability to synthesise complex quantitative and qualitative information and translate analysis into clear, structured, and decision ‑ relevant written and verbal outputs. Strong attention to detail, sound organisational skills, and the ability to manage multiple workstreams and deadlines effectively. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel and PowerPoint); experience with any climate modelling tools is an advantage. Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary, team ‑ based environments. Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and sound ethical judgement in client engagements. Familiarity and interest with Malaysian and global economic, climate, energy, and sustainability policies, regulatory frameworks, and market dynamics is highly desirable. Additional application instructions Please attach the following documents along with your CV when you submit an online application: Academic Certificates and Transcripts, from SPM (or equivalent) onwards A copy of your NRIC or passport Recent passport size photo Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified) Degrees/Field of Study required: Degrees/Field of Study preferred: Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified) Required Skills Optional Skills Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Communication, Conducting Research, Creativity, Customer Relationship Management, Economic Forecasting, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity, Learning Agility, Optimism, Project Management, Quantitative Modeling, Report Writing, Self-Awareness, Strategic Data Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Teamwork, Well Being Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified) Travel Requirements Up to 20% Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? No Government Clearance Required? Yes Job Posting End Date