My goal is to help enable the transition towards a more sustainable low carbon economy by creating high-quality and engaging ESG/sustainable/impact investment-related research and content for forward-thinking clients.
For example, I often write/research articles, thought pieces, and newsletters, and I also work on sustainability reports and strategies for companies and fund managers. I’m open to helping with all sustainability-related writing/research projects. I work quickly, on a flexible schedule, and I work well under deadlines.
Here's a summary of my background:
- Passionate about writing in a way which simplifies complex subjects and makes them engaging and fun to connect with audiences at scale;
- Passion for enabling positive environmental & social change;
- Chartered Financial Analyst with 20 years of sustainable investment analysis;
- Masters in Carbon Management - focused on climate change investing;
- Extensive specialist experience in ESG, sustainability, climate change, ethical / impact investing, and natural capital;
- Long term track record of managing capital ($1bn+) with strong performance and ESG/ethical outcomes; - Specialist impact investment research/understanding;
- Collaborative team player with a positive attitude;
- Adaptive, flexible & goal-focused;
- Multi-lingual - in the languages of finance, science/conservation, farming, and government.
And some recent client feedback:
"Simon is an excellent writer and has been a great asset to the team. Sharp, quick and able to create personality in complex financial topics. He is eager to learn new domains and write things that are a joy to read. Will 100% be hiring him again." Qayyum, ESG Analytics
"Simon worked on a Sustainability project with me. It was a delight to work with him, as I found him knowledgeable, collaborative, hard-working, and flexible. I highly recommend hiring Simon!!" Asha, Global Delta Capital
"Very responsive and provided a research backed article for us with a very quick turnaround. Will continue to use!" ESG team, K2Fly
"Simon was great to work with. Delivered as per expectations and great communication. Highly recommended." Rohit, Floofers