Supporting the development and implementation of the ESG risk management program and ensure it is consistent with regulatory requirements, industry standards, best practices and the Bank's risk appetite. Providing advice and councel to International Banking jurisdictions on local ESG frameworks and policies.

Managed teams to complete SPOs for use of proceeds and sustainability-linked bonds, assessed the materiality of KPIs selected and determined the level of ambitiousness of their sustainability performance targets. Managed client relations during project execution.

Led the development and execution of SPOs to provide investors assurance that the proceeds of green, social, sustainable and sustainability-linked bonds are aligned to market expectation.

Carried out research/analysis and drafted Second Party Opinions (SPOs) for Green, Social and Sustainable Bonds.

Tracked renewable energy trends and developments identifying organizations to form unique partnerships, and researching alternative funding opportunities. Formulated and design methods to measure and track social and environmental impact indicators.

Conducted research for the City of Toronto’s Energy and Climate Division, focusing on the variety of approaches that different municipalities have taken to address the fossil fuel divestment movement and the integration of ESG factors into their investment strategies. Performed desktop research and engaged with eight international cities and environmental NGOs to assess their processes in balancing environmental, social and financial risks. Presented a final report to the City of Toronto with recommendations for its New Investment Policy.

Monitored, analyzed, and wrote published policy briefs on climate change and energy legislation announcements worldwide. Supported several policy analysts on energy and climate change research and presentations.

Researched Spain's economic and labour reforms from 2008-2015. Prepared a detailed chronological brief on the implementation effects and modification to previous laws, and developed a comparative analysis of main political parties’ positions on economic reforms. Collected and presented macroeconomic data from Central Banks, Ministries of Finance and National Statistics Offices.

Initiated new contacts and cultivated business relationships with prospect future investors. Member of a team in charge of successfully negotiating government funding for the construction of a pilot plant to produce biofuel through the accelerated growth of microalgae. Researched alternative funding opportunities and developed grant proposal applications. Worked with government agencies and private investors to assess the environmental and social impact on local communities.