About the role
The ideal candidate is a curious out-of-the-box thinker with an eye for detail and having a mix of research and data analytics skills. A self-starter with a passion for environmental and social issues and having a strong interest in corporate behavior and financial markets. We look for people who can work independently with little guidance and collaborate with teams across different business lines and geographies, and are open to working with emerging AI capabilities.
Responsibilities:
§Perform detailed Environmental and Social (E&S) risk analysis and maturity assessment on clients according to bank’s policies and regulatory requirements.
§Prepare insightful analytical reports based on proprietary methodology and effectively convey the analysis.
§Build expertise and further develop databases and portfolio analytics for a more efficient process
§Liaise with IT development teams to enhance the ESG tools and workflow systems, maintain AI prompt library.
§Engage in enhancing team productivity.
§Actively share knowledge, research findings and research insights to build team capabilities.
Desired Experience and Qualifications:
§Total experience of around 4-6 years in Investment research, Risk Analysis, Financial Data Analytics or Sustainable financing.
§Relevant experience of around 1-2 years in Sustainable Finance, ESG research, ESG integration, environmental policy, environmental impact analysis, product life cycle assessments, credit risk modelling
§Post graduate management degree in Finance, Environmental Sciences, Technology or Sustainability related discipline.
Specific Skill Sets:
§Expertise in defining E&S methodologies and operating frameworks.
§Good understanding of global standards, trends and regulations related to E&S (EU Taxonomy etc.). Knowledge of frameworks and regulations including CSRD, TCFD, SFDR, GRI etc.
§Good understanding of sustainable finance products and market.
§Strong analytical and quantitative research skills, ability to work with AI and attention to detail.
§Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to effectively articulate research findings/ analysis.
§Individual should be a self-starter, a team player, and able to work on multiple assignments and complete high-quality work against competing deadlines.