Job Description

Your team responsibilities

MSCI ESG Research is seeking a senior ESG researcher to join our research team. The selected candidate will develop energy sector and thematic ESG research and publish content to help financial institutions understand how climate change and energy transition may impact risk exposure and valuation of different asset classes. Additionally, we expect this candidate can contribute to our organization\'s goal of strengthening thought leadership in ESG investing and climate change within APAC market, specifically in Singapore.

MSCI ESG Research clients are increasingly asking questions like these across multiple asset classes:

• How to make my portfolios more resilient to the transition to a net-zero economy?

• How could the energy structure transition affect company valuations?

• What might be the trade-offs if I try to minimize my portfolio\'s exposure to physical climate risks like flooding?

• What is the best metric to optimize for if I want to protect against climate change risks without substantially altering my risk-return profile?

The role of the ESG Researcher is to identify ESG and climate investing challenges facing our clients and work with subject-matter experts within the team to produce rigorous research with practical answers. The selected candidate will also be a talented communicator, able to convey research results and significance in a compelling way via charts and graphics, written content, presentations, and more.

MSCI is committed to developing a culture and employee workforce that reflects the clients and communities in which we operate. We especially encourage members of historically underrepresented groups in our industry to apply, including women, ethnic minorities and those in the LGBTQ community.

What we offer you

• At MSCI we are passionate about what we do, and we are inspired by our purpose - to power better investment decisions. You\'ll be part of an industry-leading network of creative, curious, and entrepreneurial pioneers. This is a space where you can challenge yourself, set new standards and perform beyond expectations for yourself, our clients, and our industry.

• Wherever you are located you will find transparent compensation schemes and employee benefits that can help ensure your financial security and health. While they vary by different locations, we offer a broad range of benefits that are part of the value you receive as an MSCI employee.

• Our flexible ways of working will allow you to maximize your potential, and we will empower you with the trust, accountability, and advanced technology to perform at your very best.

• You\'ll find a purposeful approach to wellbeing to provide you with all the resources you need to be your best at work and in your personal life. Our \'Here For You\' Employee Assistance Program is available for our employees globally, providing confidential emotional support, financial and legal advice free of charge.

Your key responsibilities

• Develop and execute agenda of thematic and energy sector research for ESG investors and publish resulting content pointing investors toward ways to solve their key investment challenges using MSCI tools and research

• Quantitative analysis of ESG, climate change and financial data

• To continuously improve how we think, how we model, and how we develop tools and solutions for ESG investors globally, and support the development of new products and services related to ESG investing and climate change

• Represent MSCI ESG Research, our research, and our tools to clients, prospects, media, conferences, etc.

• Represent MSCI ESG Research in regional regulator engagement

• Share knowledge, experience, and research findings internally to build team capabilities

Your skills and experience that will help you excel

SPECIFIC SKILL SETS:

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with extensive experience in data analysis and quantitative models

• Strong understanding of institutional investing processes, including portfolio construction, portfolio management, and risk management

• Ability to overcome analytical challenges with creative yet rigorous solutions

• Ability to draw connections between model outputs and the real world, between data and signals and investment practitioners\' day to day needs; strong critical thinking capability

• Ability to work collaboratively with researchers across ESG, Index, and Analytics businesses

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate complex ideas in an accessible way and tell a compelling story

• Strong presentation skills, both spoken and visual

• High motivation for joining a dedicated, technically savvy, and enthusiastic global team

DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• 7+ years of full-time professional experience in in a related field ( ESG & climate research, investment research, financial services, consulting, industry experience, policy research);

• Bachelors\' degree required; advanced degree in related field preferred

• Experience with ESG analysis is not a pre-requisite, but candidate should have a demonstrated interest in how ESG issues are integrated into investment decisions

• CFA or other relevant professional certifications preferred

• Energy sector expertise is preferred

• Familiarity with MSCI tools and research a plus

How we\'ll support you

• Our culture of high performance and innovation relies on our people sharing their knowledge and lifting each other up. You\'ll be surrounded by a collaborative, global network of talented colleagues who will support and inspire you to do the best work of your career.

• We believe new and challenging experiences drive personal growth and innovation. With the right challenges, encouragement, and development support you can shape your own career experience. Career paths are multi-directional, and we encourage and support internal mobility to help you identify new opportunities to progress and take control of your future.

• As a new joiner you\'ll be enrolled on our Global Orientation interactive learning experience to set you up for success.

• Our tailored learning opportunities will enable you to acquire the skills you need at your own pace, choosing between the courses and certifications best suited to you. Our Learning@MSCI platform coupled with access to LinkedIn Learning Pro will provide you with all the resources you need for to accelerate your professional growth.

• At MSCI we act in ways that encourage respect for all voices, ensuring that everyone can be themselves and feel like they are a part of the company. We are intentional about ensuring that everyone is treated fairly and supported with equal opportunities to succeed.

• We have eight MSCI Employee Resource Groups: All Abilities, Asian Support Network, Black Leadership Network, Climate Action Network, Hola! MSCI, Pride & Allies, Women in Tech, and Women\'s Leadership Forum.

About MSCI

MSCI is a leading provider of critical decision support tools and services for the global investment community. With over 50 years of expertise in research, data, and technology, we power better investment decisions by enabling clients to understand and analyze key drivers of risk and return and confidently build more effective portfolios. We create industry-leading research-enhanced solutions that clients use to gain insight into and improve transparency across the investment process.

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