Business Consultant Sustainability Climate Lead (Remote)

First Citizens Bank • Raleigh, NC

268d • Remote

About The Position

This is a remote role that may only be hired in the following locations: AL, AR, CT, DE, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, ME, MS, NC, NE, NM, NV, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, UT, VA, VT, WV. May consider other locations for highly qualified candidate. First Citizens Bank is searching for an experienced and dynamic leader and professional who will drive, execute and manage sustainability and climate risk projects and initiatives in collaboration with the risk management function in the 2nd line of defense. This individual will be responsible for translating high-level directives into actionable projects, working with leaders across risk disciplines and business units to develop sustainability-related risk management methodologies and analytic tools and sustainable finance opportunities. This work will ensure the bank meets evolving regulatory requirements and internal risk standards, emphasizing independent oversight and data-driven analysis while supporting potential revenue streams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree and 8 years experience in Business Strategy, Project Planning, and Financial Services industry OR High School Diploma or GED and 12 years experience in Business Strategy, Project Planning, and Financial Services industry.
• Applicable experience in Risk, Climate, Sustainability, and/or a related field.
• Bachelor's degree in the area of Environmental studies, Sustainability, Finance, or Economics.
• Proactive doer with hands-on project management and program execution skills.
• Experience working for or with a large financial institution, with knowledge of relevant products and services.
• Strong understanding of governance, laws, regulatory requirements, risks and considerations.
• Advanced knowledge of climate risk and how climate change impacts the financial services industry.
• Familiarity with relevant third-party data sources and approaches to banking industry best practices.
• Experience working with and managing internal and external stakeholders.
• Understanding in modeling and analysis, with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic with a willingness to roll up your sleeves and take a hands-on approach.

Nice To Haves

• Sustainability and Climate Risk Certificate (SCR)
• Sustainable Finance Certificate

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior management to integrate sustainability and climate-related risk into the bank's overall risk management framework and business units.
• Ensure ongoing monitoring, strategic alignment, proactive risk identification, and continuous process improvement.
• Support the development of sustainable finance products and solutions, ensuring sustainability and climate-related risk considerations are incorporated into the design.
• Identify financing and revenue opportunities tied to climate and sustainability, including CRA and IRA provisions.
• Oversee the collection, processing, and analysis of sustainability and climate-related data.
• Ensure the integration of relevant data with existing financial and risk data systems.
• Partner with risk groups and relevant business units to support regulatory compliance and framework alignment around environmental and social risk management.
• Monitor emerging climate and sustainability requirements, industry trends, and best practices.
• Represent the bank in discussions with regulatory bodies, industry groups, and external stakeholders on sustainability and climate-related issues.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits program for full-time associates (20+ hours), with customized offerings designed to support families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Credit Intermediation and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree