Responsible Investment Graduate Analyst - London, United Kingdom - eFinancialCareers

eFinancialCareers

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London, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Key Responsibilities

Vote analysis and execution
Undertake research and analysis of ESG factors in sectors and companies in support of stewardship activities (voting and engagement)
Assist Senior Analyst and Head of Responsible Investment with the prioritization and implementation of engagement strategies
Liaise with external research providers
Assist the team with portfolio monitoring reviews and associated analysis
Represent the fund at appropriate external meetings, as required
Support other RI team members in their delivery of the USS RI strategy and activities including, when required, undertaking external manager due diligence, assessment and monitoring.

Primary Measures

Voting of proxies in line with agreed policy and, where relevant, in discussion with portfolio managers and analysts
Provision of relevant research across asset classes
Act on feedback from public markets analysts and PMs on research and engagement activities
Feedback from RI team members on the successful operation of the team in its delivery of all objectives
High quality interactions both internally and with external parties to uphold and enhance USS and RI's reputation
Assist in maintaining stewardship records

General skills and experience:

A strong interest in and understanding of ESG / Responsible Investment issues
Selfstarter with an ability to work independently
Able to undertake topic, sector and company research on relevant ESG issues
An ability to multitask, prioritise a diverse workload, whilst meeting relevant deadlines.
An ability to work cooperatively with colleagues at different levels and in different departments
A relevant degree (technical

- or finance-based)