Malk Partners
Associate, Value Creation – Malk Partners
Join us as an Associate in our fast‑growing Value Creation Practice. This role works directly with portfolio companies and other corporates to build sustainability‑driven strategies that drive long‑term value. About Us
Malk Partners advises leading investment firms on responsible investment, helping private‑market investors and portfolio companies develop best‑in‑class environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices. In 2024, Malk was acquired by SLR Consulting, expanding our reach within the Global Advisory practice. Job Description
The ESG Value Creation Associate will partner with investors, portfolio company leaders, and internal experts to translate ESG drivers into actionable business strategies,
integrating sustainability across operations, governance, and reporting.
The role demands collaboration, analytical rigor, and a passion for continuous improvement. Responsibilities
Project Delivery – 70%
Work within cross‑functional teams to design and execute sustainability value creation strategies across various industries. Partner with portfolio company leadership to assess current ESG performance and identify improvement opportunities. Translate sustainability drivers (e.g., cost reductions, commercial demand, regulatory requirements, investor priorities) into actionable business strategies. Develop and implement roadmaps and KPIs to embed sustainability into core operations, governance, and reporting. Support clients for external stakeholder scrutiny, including sustainability disclosures and employee engagement. Collaborate with SLR’s global sustainability and environmental teams to deliver customized client‑ready deliverables. Seasonally, work closely with Malk’s Climate team to support greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reporting and climate management, including training on our platform and the GHG Protocol. Business Development – 20%
Contribute to business development by supporting proposals, scoping calls, and pitch materials. Build trusted relationships with investors and corporate leaders to grow Malk’s sustainability value creation offering. Stay current on emerging regulations, frameworks, and stakeholder expectations to shape client strategies and Malk’s market positioning. Innovation and Strategy – 10%
Collaborate with Malk’s Service Innovation team to evolve sustainability value creation methodologies and tools. Identify emerging client needs and market trends, translating them into new or enhanced services. Pilot and refine innovative approaches to measuring and communicating sustainability’s contribution to enterprise value. Qualifications
Skills
Exceptional analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to distill information and work through ambiguity, delivering clear, structured outputs. Demonstrated ability to translate qualitative and quantitative insights into actionable business recommendations. General understanding of sustainability and ESG topics, including their intersection with business strategy, operations, and stakeholder expectations. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with comfort presenting to senior executives and investor audiences. Collaborative mindset, able to work across teams and manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment. Curious, positive, entrepreneurial spirit with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement in sustainability strategy and reporting. Proficiency in MS PowerPoint and MS Excel. Experience
1–2 years in management consulting, corporate strategy, ESG/sustainability advisory, investment management, or a related field. Experience working with private‑market investors and sponsor‑backed companies is a plus. Education
BA/BS from a reputable college or university; focus on business, economics, sustainability, or environmental studies a plus. Additional Details
Location:
New York Office – Hybrid model: In‑Office Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Base Compensation:
$80,000 + variable performance‑based bonus. Visa:
We are unfortunately unable to sponsor visas; candidates must be able to work in the United States without needing sponsorship now or in the future.
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Join us as an Associate in our fast‑growing Value Creation Practice. This role works directly with portfolio companies and other corporates to build sustainability‑driven strategies that drive long‑term value. About Us
Malk Partners advises leading investment firms on responsible investment, helping private‑market investors and portfolio companies develop best‑in‑class environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices. In 2024, Malk was acquired by SLR Consulting, expanding our reach within the Global Advisory practice. Job Description
The ESG Value Creation Associate will partner with investors, portfolio company leaders, and internal experts to translate ESG drivers into actionable business strategies,
integrating sustainability across operations, governance, and reporting.
The role demands collaboration, analytical rigor, and a passion for continuous improvement. Responsibilities
Project Delivery – 70%
Work within cross‑functional teams to design and execute sustainability value creation strategies across various industries. Partner with portfolio company leadership to assess current ESG performance and identify improvement opportunities. Translate sustainability drivers (e.g., cost reductions, commercial demand, regulatory requirements, investor priorities) into actionable business strategies. Develop and implement roadmaps and KPIs to embed sustainability into core operations, governance, and reporting. Support clients for external stakeholder scrutiny, including sustainability disclosures and employee engagement. Collaborate with SLR’s global sustainability and environmental teams to deliver customized client‑ready deliverables. Seasonally, work closely with Malk’s Climate team to support greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reporting and climate management, including training on our platform and the GHG Protocol. Business Development – 20%
Contribute to business development by supporting proposals, scoping calls, and pitch materials. Build trusted relationships with investors and corporate leaders to grow Malk’s sustainability value creation offering. Stay current on emerging regulations, frameworks, and stakeholder expectations to shape client strategies and Malk’s market positioning. Innovation and Strategy – 10%
Collaborate with Malk’s Service Innovation team to evolve sustainability value creation methodologies and tools. Identify emerging client needs and market trends, translating them into new or enhanced services. Pilot and refine innovative approaches to measuring and communicating sustainability’s contribution to enterprise value. Qualifications
Skills
Exceptional analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to distill information and work through ambiguity, delivering clear, structured outputs. Demonstrated ability to translate qualitative and quantitative insights into actionable business recommendations. General understanding of sustainability and ESG topics, including their intersection with business strategy, operations, and stakeholder expectations. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with comfort presenting to senior executives and investor audiences. Collaborative mindset, able to work across teams and manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment. Curious, positive, entrepreneurial spirit with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement in sustainability strategy and reporting. Proficiency in MS PowerPoint and MS Excel. Experience
1–2 years in management consulting, corporate strategy, ESG/sustainability advisory, investment management, or a related field. Experience working with private‑market investors and sponsor‑backed companies is a plus. Education
BA/BS from a reputable college or university; focus on business, economics, sustainability, or environmental studies a plus. Additional Details
Location:
New York Office – Hybrid model: In‑Office Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Base Compensation:
$80,000 + variable performance‑based bonus. Visa:
We are unfortunately unable to sponsor visas; candidates must be able to work in the United States without needing sponsorship now or in the future.
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