Akanksha Chopra

Corporate Security & Investigations (CSI), Global Support Group (GSG), and APAC Due Diligence Core Team

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Available
Work TypePart-Time (20h/week)
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Experience

4 Years

Location

England

Vetted Skills

ESG Advisory & ReportingCross-border Compliance and Reputational Risk AnalysisClimate Transition PlanningRegulatory Risk MappingOSINT (Open Source Intelligence)GRI (Global Reporting Initiative)

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Profile Summary

Versatile and results-driven professional with advanced dual degrees in International Development Practice and Mass Communication, specializing in ESG, Sustainability, Carbon Management, and Climate Finance. Currently part of the Corporate Security & Investigations (CSI), Global Support Group (GSG), and APAC Due Diligence Team at Morgan Stanley, delivering high-stakes cross-border compliance and reputational risk analysis for institutional and high-net-worth clients.

Professional Details

Corporate Security & Investigations (CSI), Global Support Group (GSG), and APAC Due Diligence Core Team

Morgan Stanley
Jan 2025 - PresentMumbai

Handpicked for the prestigious APAC Core Due Diligence Team within just 5 months—selected among a large pool of early-career professionals. Lead high-stakes due diligence reviews across APAC, America, and EMEA, evaluating complex litigation, regulatory, financial, and reputational risks.

Research Associate – Climate, Gender, and Policy

Social Policy Research Foundation
Aug 2024 - Dec 2024

Produced evidence-based policy papers on gender, climate justice, and SDG monitoring adopted in public sector consultations.

ESG Analyst – Advisory & Reporting

Orka ESG Advisory
Jun 2024 - Aug 2024Australia

Authored ESG reports for ASX100 clients with Scope 1–3 emissions analysis, benchmarking, and sustainability strategy design.

Strategic Researcher

Observer Research Foundation (ORF)
Mar 2022 - Jun 2022

Coordinated the Raisina Dialogue with international participation from UN, WEF, IMF, diplomats, ministers, and entrepreneurs.

Public Relations Associate

Suvidha Foundation
Mar 2022 - Apr 2022

Increased brand visibility by 30% through strategic PR campaigns and media outreach.

Policy Writer

Vision India Foundation
Jun 2020 - Jul 2020

Produced policy documents under strict deadlines.

Research Intern – Indo-Pacific Division

Ministry of External Affairs, India
Mar 2020 - May 2020

Drafted and edited policy briefs on Indo-Pacific cooperation, QUAD, maritime governance, and China strategy.

Researcher & Writer

Centre for Land Warfare Studies (CLAWS)
Nov 2019 - Jan 2020

Authored strategic research papers adopted by defence officials.