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FIND YOUR \'BETTER\' AT AIAWe don\xe2\x80\x99t simply believe in being \xe2\x80\x98The Best\xe2\x80\x99. We believe in better - because there\xe2\x80\x99s no limit to how far \xe2\x80\x98better\xe2\x80\x99 can take us.We believe in empowering every one of our people to find their \'better\' - in the work they do, the career they build, the life they live and the difference they make. So that together we can support even more people - including our own - to live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.If you believe in better, we\xe2\x80\x99d love to hear from you.About the RoleJoin us as our Analyst, Stewardship and Research!We are seeking an ESG expert based in Singapore, who is proficient in Investments to join our Stewardship and Research team at AIA Investment Management. Reporting to the Regional Head of Equities Research and Stewardship, the successful candidate will implement the investment stewardship target operating model and actively engage with global investee companies in the Energy, Materials, Utilities, Industrials and Power Generation sectors. You will produce ESG sector thematic research and drive excellent standards across internally and externally managed asset classes group-wide. This role will also support the implementation of the group equities research target operating model and be responsible for the research quality and performance to enhance investment returns, with primary focus on the China, Philippines and Thailand teams.Responsibilities:Implementing the investee companies engagement and proxy voting strategy, target operating model and processesConducting active engagements with global investee companies in the Energy, Materials, Industrials, Utilities, Power Generation sectors to understand and assess their transition pathways and net zero ambitions.Providing in-depth analysis and guidance to our group-wide research analysts on how to effectively assess the impact of transition and physical climate risks on our investee companies and recommendations, using climate data resources and analytics. Focus sectors: Energy, Materials, Utilities, Industrials, Power Generation.Providing updates on the latest developments in stewardship-related regulatory requirements and industry practices to the Investments team.Analyzing and assessing the proxy voting actions of the Portfolio Management teams are aligned and consistent with AIA Group\xe2\x80\x99s net zero, SBTi targets and other sustainable investing objectives.Consolidating and analyzing the results of all engagement and proxy voting activities, summarizing the key takeaways and recommending the next steps.Monitoring all equity research analysts across all AMCs/BUs in relation to research quality, performance and productivity. Working with Group Investment Middle Office team to assess the quantitative data analytics on the performance of each individual Equity Research Analyst for Group and CIOs on a monthly basis. Focus: China, Thailand, PhilippinesA strong teammate with excellent interpersonal and communications skills, they will also work closely across business functions, asset classes, entities across AIA Group.Strong ESG subject matter expertise, specialised knowledge in the Energy, Materials, Industrials, Utilities and Power Generation sectors, investments work experience are essential.Excellent skills in MS Excel, MS Powerpoint, Bloomberg, FactSet, Aladdin preferred.Requirements:Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree or higherMinimum 10 years work experience in the ESG, sustainability and investments industryCertifications/licenses \xe2\x80\x93 CFMAS, CFA Certificate in ESG InvestingStrong teammate with solid interpersonal skillsKnowledge of relevant regulationsExcellent Bloomberg, Excel, Powerpoint skills preferredBelieve in better with AIA. If you work at AIA, you play an important part in this movement. Which is why we give you every opportunity to learn, grow and shape your career - your way!Build a career with us as we help our customers and the community live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.You must provide all requested information, including Personal Data, to be considered for this career opportunity. Failure to provide such information may influence the processing and outcome of your application. You are responsible for ensuring that the information you submit is accurate and up-to-date.

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