Esg Research Associate

1 week ago


Mumbai Maharashtra, India Institutional Shareholder Services Full time

Let’s be #BrilliantTogether

ISS STOXX is seeking a highly motivated and experienced ESG Research Associate to join our Norm-Based Research team in Mumbai within the ESG business unit. Our new team member will predominantly assess corporate controversies concerning global norms on labor rights and human rights while also contributing to our environmental protection and business malpractice analyses.

Overview:
The Norm-Based Research team focuses on conducting comprehensive research and analysis of corporate involvement in practices that may conflict with internationally recognized standards and guidelines, such as those outlined by the United Nations (UN) Global Compact and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises. The team compiles analysis reports on over 15,000 publicly listed companies, covering the constituents of major global indices (large, mid, and small-cap). Our research contributes to investors' decision-making processes by evaluating companies' adherence to global norms on anti-corruption, human rights, environmental protection, and labor standards. The team is based in Manila (Philippines), Mumbai (India) and Stockholm (Sweden).

**Responsibilities**:
- Conduct thorough desk research on alleged corporate involvement in activities or practices that may conflict with international standards and guidelines, utilizing information from stakeholders and companies (e.g., Annual Reports, sustainability reports, and company websites), and engaging in dialogue with relevant parties.- Monitor ESG controversies, contribute to standardized research reports, and participate in peer review processes to ensure comprehensive and timely coverage.- Present research findings to clients and address client inquiries effectively.- Contribute to team management initiatives and processes aimed at enhancing our ESG product offering.- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to improve the quality of input and output data, while supporting NBR workflow and continuous process improvement.

Qualifications:
Professional skills and qualifications:
- Demonstrated research and analysis skills.- Strong academic qualifications, preferably a postgraduate degree in a relevant field (e.g., international relations, law, politics, environmental science).- 3-5 years of research experience.- Proficient writing and communication skills.- Fluency in English. Additional languages are an asset.- Exceptional organizational and time management skills.- Strong interest in human rights, business, finance, and international politics.- Good understanding of international norms related to ESG, responsible investment, and sustainability.

Personal skills:
- Strong work ethic and attention to detail.- Reliable and ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Self-motivated to meet deadlines, manage multiple tasks, and prioritize effectively.- Client-centric mindset and strong interpersonal skills, enabling both independent work and collaboration within a team.- Initiative-driven with a proactive approach.

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What you can expect from us

Our people are the moving force behind ISS STOXX. We are dedicated to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry and empowering them with the resources and support to enhance their career, health, financial and personal well-being.

We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. We are invested in our people and are working every day to ensure a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace.

Let’s empower, collaborate, and inspire one another.

Let’s be #BrilliantTogether.

About ISS STOXX

ISS STOXX GmbH is a leading provider of research and technology solutions for the financial market. Established in 1985, we offer top-notch benchmark and custom indices globally, helping clients identify investment opportunities and manage portfolio risks. Our services cover corporate governance, sustainability, cyber risk, and fund intelligence. Majority-owned by Deutsche Börse Group, ISS STOXX has over 3,400 professionals in 33 locations worldwide, serving around 6,400 clients, including institutional investors and companies focused on ESG, cyber, and governance risk. Clients trust our expertise to make informed decisions for their stakeholders' benefit.

ISS ESG solutions enable investors to develop and integrate sustainable investing policies and practices, engage on responsible investment issues, and monitor portfolio company practices through screening solutions. ISS ESG also provides climate data, analytics, and advisory services to help financial market participants understand, measure, and act on climate-related risks across all asset classes. In addition, ESG solutions cover corporate and country ESG research and ratings enabling its clients to identify material social and environmental risks and opportunities.

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