ESG Investing Specialist
Investment Management Firm (100B+ AUM)
- Hybrid, 3 days in office in Chicago Loop
- Full relocation available
- Base + Bonus 200k+
- Robust benefits package
Role & Responsibilities
Client and External Reporting:
- Manage and create quarterly client ESG reports, addressing ad hoc inquiries.
- Coordinate annual PRI reporting and develop firm-level reports (TCFD, CSRD, etc.)
Marketing and Client Insights:
- Develop and maintain RI marketing materials, web content, benchmarking reports, etc.
- Identify client trends and communicate findings to internal stakeholders.
Research and Investment Support:
- Manage internal databases and conduct issuer-level ESG research.
- Support the investment team in integrating ESG factors and calculating portfolio-level ESG metrics.
Regulatory Tracking and Expertise:
- Monitor regulatory developments and serve as SME for internal stakeholders.
Stewardship and Operations:
- Track and report engagements with shareholdings, including proxy voting.
- Assist Compliance in implementing client screens and updating ESG content in databases.
- Aid in selecting and managing external ESG vendors.
Experience & Skills
- Creating and/or using ESG research/data
- Previous experience in institutional investment management
- Familiarity with domestic and global financial services
- Knowledge of ESG initiatives and reporting frameworks
- Written content creation for clients
- Demonstrated creativity, imagination, and a willingness to challenge the status quo
- Quantitative analytical skills
- Passionate about ESG and Responsible Investing and dedicated to this career path.