Senior Consultant Sustainability Data Scientist Risk Consulting Doha

At EY in MENA youll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with the global scale support inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself and a better working world for all.

Opportunity

EY Sustainability helps organizations embed sustainability into their core strategy and operations. We leverage data technology and analytics to drive climate resilience resource efficiency and long-term value creation across the energy infrastructure finance and government sectors.

As part of EY Sustainability in MENA you will join a growing team of international sustainability professionals in our Consulting practice. Youwill be driving the delivery and implementation of market-leading projects consulting on key strategic issues in the region and driving market activities.

The Role

We are seeking a Senior Consultant - Sustainability Data Scientist passionate about sustainability and this role you will design and implement AI-powered data-driven solutions that enable clients to make informed decisions on climate risk sustainability/ESG performance and sustainable transformation. You will work at the intersection of data science business strategy and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

• Data Engineering & Management: Collect clean and structure large datasets from diverse sources (e.g. internal systems external APIs ESG databases).
• Advanced Analytics & Modelling: Apply statistical methods machine learning and predictive modelling to extract actionable insights.
• Coding & Automation: Develop robust scripts and workflows using Python R SQL and other languages for data processing and analysis.
• Visualization & Dashboarding: Build interactive dashboards and visualizations using tools (e.g. Power BI Tableau Plotly) to communicate insights effectively.
• Insight Generation: Translate complex data and AI outputs into clear recommendations for sustainability strategies risk mitigation and performance improvement.
• Collaboration: Work closely with consultants and clients to integrate analytics into transformation programs and decision-making processes.

Skills & Attributes for Success

As a Senior Consultant - Sustainability Data Scientist you would be expected to play a key role in the delivery of technical work. It is desirable that you bring the competencies that will allow you to do this such as:

• Strong programming skills in Python (pandas NumPy scikit-learn) plus familiarity with R SQL and data visualization libraries.

• Experience with data architecture ETL processes and cloud platforms (e.g. Azure AWS GCP).
• Ability to design predictive models and interpret outputs for business impact.
• Excellent communication skills to present technical insights to non-technical stakeholders.
• Commercial awareness and ability to link analytics and AI to business value.
• Passion for sustainability topics.
• Demonstrable evidence of data science in the following would be viewed favourably:
  • Utilization of physical climate models (e.g. data extraction from GCMs RCMs statistical downscaling).
  • Value chain GHG emissions decarbonisation analysis.
  • Natural resource consumption production and circulatory.
  • Utilization of IFRS S1 and S2 GRI TNFD (amongst others) frameworks.

Qualifications

We welcome applicants from a wide range of backgrounds but are particularly interested in individuals that have the following qualifications:

• At a minimum Degree in Data Science Computer Science Engineering Statistics.
• Experience or qualifications in a Sustainability-related field would be highly advantageous.
• 26 years of experience in data analytics or data science roles ideally within consulting or sustainability domains.
• Proven track record in building dashboards performing advanced analytics and delivering AI-driven recommendations.

What Working at EY Offers

We offer a competitive remuneration package where youll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development in addition to:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around.
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career.
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that is right for you.

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly and at times be based at client sites our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.