Pratik Akash
Mumbai ,Maharashtra
Summary
A result-driven professional with 4.7 years of corporate experience that including over 4 years in ESG, SRI and Impact Investing. My expertise encompasses ESG research, ESG methodologies and ESG data analysis. Possess a strong analytical mindset and excellent time management skills and seeking a full-time position in ESG research that presents professional challenges, and allows to leverage skills in a dynamic environment, while furthering knowledge in this domain.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification
Work History
Associate
Institutional Shareholder Services Inc.
06.2021 - Current
- Conducting sector-based and negative screening assessments using a financial approach to evaluate companies' portfolios, identifying their involvement in controversial products, and access the impact of products and service in relation to sustainable development Goals
- Examine industry/sector trends and monitor regulatory developments including impact on clients
- To date, have assessed and published more than 3000 companies' sector-based screening (SBS) report as part of annual updates
- Participated in team-based research initiatives pertaining to Sustainable Development Assessment, Norm-Based Research, Corporate ESG Ratings, and Economic Value Added
- Collaborated with team members and leads to address client inquiries and participate in client engagement calls for a diverse range of clients, including corporate banks, investment banks, wealth managers, and fund managers
- Currently working on an ongoing error management and data quality project, employing fact finding dialogue and rigorous validation protocols
- Contributed to the evaluation and improvement of SBS Traditional Ethics methodology, training, and recruitment processes for Mumbai and Manila teams
- Achieved recognition as ISS ESG Employee of the Month for June 2023 and successfully advanced from Analyst to Associate at ISS-ESG in January 2024; published four Insight and in-focus papers with the organization.
Consultant
SG Analytics
07.2020 - 05.2021
- Conducted detailed ESG and Climate research for FY '2016 - 2021' by analyzing annual reports, ESG reports, proxy statements, and publicly disclosed information of more than 100 companies across 450 data points.
- Contributed to training and quality assurance of newly hired employees
- Achieved efficient delivery of client projects through effective handling of peer reviews, responding to client inquiries, and incorporating feedback within strict 48-hour timelines
- Assessed companies ESG performance using materiality and reporting standards such as Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB), Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) & CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project)
- Acquired extensive knowledge of regional and global sustainability commitments including EU Taxonomy, United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR), Paris Agreement, Net Zero Targets, and Sustainable Development Goals during my tenure.
- Analyzed company's ESG and Carbon Emission trends, incorporating sustainability targets/KPIs.
Content Associate
Ranila Online Services
New Delhi , New Delhi
01.2018 - 07.2018
- Contributed to content creation for Foodora, a brand under Delivery Hero
- Developed content for over 70 restaurants and eateries in HK, Australia, and Thailand
Education
Master of Arts - Sustainable Development Practice
TERI School of Advanced Studies
New Delhi, India06.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Geography
Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar College, University of Delhi
New Delhi, India07.2017
Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- ESG Research and Data Analysis
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Project Management
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- ESG Reporting
- Quality Assurance
- Qualitative and Quantitative Research
- Client Engagement and Management
- Communications
- Power Automation and Visualization
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
Certification
- Introduction to ESG, Corporate Finance Institute
- Climate-related disclosure, TCFD
- Coursera: The Materiality of ESG Factors
- CSRD Institute: CSRD Fundamentals
Relevant Publications
- https://insights.issgovernance.com/posts/the-health-and-environmental-impact-of-tobacco-screening-tools-for-investors/
- https://insights.issgovernance.com/posts/global-tobacco-emerging-trends-and-risks-posed-to-investors/
- https://insights.issgovernance.com/posts/thriving-global-alcohol-market-emerging-trends-and-risks/
- https://insights.issgovernance.com/posts/hand-rolled-unfiltered-cigarettes-regulation-and-existing-health-and-labour-rights-risks/
Additional Information
- Thinkthrough Consulting, New Delhi, India (01/2020 - 07/2020) - Internship
- Indo-Global Social Service Society, New Delhi (07/2019) - Internship
- Administration, Government of Chhattisgarh, Jashpur, Chhattisgarh (05/2019 -06/2019) - Internship
- Content Associate, Ranila Online Service Pvt., New Delhi - Content Associate (01/2018 -07/2018)
Timeline
Associate
Institutional Shareholder Services Inc.
06.2021 - Current
Consultant
SG Analytics
07.2020 - 05.2021
Content Associate
Ranila Online Services
01.2018 - 07.2018
Master of Arts - Sustainable Development Practice
TERI School of Advanced Studies
Bachelor of Arts - Geography
Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar College, University of Delhi
- Introduction to ESG, Corporate Finance Institute
- Climate-related disclosure, TCFD
- An Introduction to Climate Change and Human Rights, UN CC e-learn.
- Coursera: The Materiality of ESG Factors
- CSRD Institute: CSRD Fundamentals
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