ESG Ratings Analyst

ESG analysts research to evaluate a companys performance areas across the full range of ESG themes, including working conditions, supply chain management, sustainability governance, environmental management, and emission and resource consumption. Daily tasks include reviewing company documents such as sustainability reports, annual reports and corporate websites, and identifying, analysing and processing relevant qualitative and quantitative data in line with ISS ESG s methodology. Our teams are based in the Philippines, the US, Australia, Germany, Swe'den, India, and the UK. The successful candidate will work both independently as we'll as collaboratively with the local team and colleagues across our global offices. Working in a dynamic market and international environment, we put great emphasis on cooperation and offer a welcoming, collegial working atmosphere.

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to an engaging, positive, and collaborative working environment, including through the management of other team members.
• Gather ESG data from company disclosures (eg, sustainability reports and annual reports). Engage in ESG data processing, research, and analysis in line with ISS ESG methodology.
• Track and monitor developments and trends in various industries of specialisation.
• Take ownership of production targets and deliver the research within the timelines outlined in the processes and quality standards.
• Coordinate with relevant internal stakeholders to ensure that production is completed on time without compromising on quality.
• Constantly endeavour to develop knowledge and expertise on ESG themes associated with corporate ratings. Support the rating team using thought leadership and research publications, methodology reviews, and ESG market development monitoring. Make suggestions based on domain expertise to evaluate new data sources.
• Demonstrate proactiveness with a strong sense of ownership for the work.
• Act as a process expert regarding production, conduct tutoring, and process relevant training based on experience and expertise in specific industries
• Participate in quality assurance procedures.

Qualifications:

• masters Degree (a degree in a field such as international relations, development studies, environmental science, or international human rights is desirable; knowledge of financial markets and sustainable finance is an advantage). An MBA with a sustainability concentration is also desirable.
• 0-2 years of relevant professional experience in sustainability-related field, financial services, ESG research/Sustainable finance/Credit Ratings, thinktanks focused on sustainability or academic research institutes
• Excellent English language skills, both written and oral
• Knowledge of, and proficiency with, Microsoft Office packages (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word).
• Experience with sustainability topics or key sectors, with experience in data collection and business research, is an advantage.
• Integrity, organisational skills, attention to detail, a self-driven work ethic, and the ability to prioritise multiple tasks in a high-pressure, deadline-driven environment
• Adaptability, flexibility, and the ability to thrive in a rapidly evolving environment and field.
• Ability to work independently while adhering to deadlines and balancing production volumes with high-quality.
• Strong research and analytical skills (this includes planning and delivery, attention to detail, and a commitment to excellence and quality control).
• Ability to quickly process large amounts of data and information.