ESG Analyst – GEM Equities

Description

A global asset manager is looking to hire an ESG Analyst to join the Global Emerging Market Equities investment team based in London.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct in-depth ESG analysis on new and existing portfolio companies in order to identify ESG risks and opportunities
• Identify areas for ESG improvement in companies
• Engage with companies on ESG issues and attempt to influence positive change
• Track ESG engagement activities and observe how companies’ behaviour changes over time
• Support Fund Managers with reports relating to ESG assessments and engagements

Candidate Requirements:

• 2-4 years’ work experience in ESG or sustainability research
• Passion for sustainable investing, climate change and responsible ownership
• Fluent spoken and written Mandarin is desirable
• Educated to degree level or equivalent
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment
• Self-confident, self-motivated, and proactive

Mason Blake acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Mason Blake is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications regardless of sex, marital status, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religious belief or age.