- Help to implement Barings' stewardship guidelines, practices, systems and focus areas
- Help to further develop stewardship practices across investment and research teams, through training and relationship development
- Independently conduct ESG research at investment issuer level, and support with firm-level prioritised engagements across investment teams (including collaborative engagements)
- Support Sustainability & ESG related external reporting obligations (including PRI, UK Stewardship Code, UN Global Compact, etc)
- Respond to and engage with client inquiries and serve as liaison with internal stakeholders to develop stewardship related responses
- Coordinate and participate in stewardship activities from industry groups and external bodies
- Facilitate the implementation and communication, both internally and externally, of Barings' broader sustainability strategy including Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives and ESG Investment Integration
- Demonstrable experience with, and passion for, sustainability topics related to stewardship
- Awareness of sustainability and ESG-related codes, norms and industry organisations
- Understanding of the nuances of public and private fixed income, real assets and capital solutions and intersection with stewardship processes and activities
- Ability to coordinate with numerous investment professionals in a global organisation
- Understanding of market trends and emerging client preferences
- Preferred experience, with or understanding of collaborative engagements and engagement with external bodies
- Bachelor's degree within a business or technical field (Finance, Economics, Sustainability, etc. preferred)
- Strong understanding of data available in the investment management industry and experience in interpreting such data to support research efforts
- Strong research and analytical skills
- Strong communication and writing skills
- Team-oriented, excellent interpersonal skills and collaborative working style
Stewardship Analyst - London, United Kingdom - Barings
Description
At Barings, we are as invested in our associates as we are in our clients. We recognize those who work diligently for us and reward them for personal and professional integrity, communication skills, distinct competencies and expertise in specific strategies, ability to collaborate as a team member and true dedication to the interests of our clients.
We thank you for your interest in joining the Barings team, and invite you to explore our current employment opportunities.
Title: Stewardship Associate
Location: London
Overall Purpose of Role
Barings is seeking a Stewardship Associate to support the work of Barings's stewardship efforts1 led by the Sustainability & ESG team. Reporting to the Director of Stewardship, the role will comprise engagement with internal stakeholders, clients and investees to enable effective stewardship practices across the firm.
1Barings uses the following definition of stewardship: the responsible allocation, management and oversight of capital to create long-term value for clients and beneficiaries leading to sustainable benefits for the economy, the environment and society
Principal Responsibilities
Qualifications/Experience Required
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Barings is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer; Minority/Female/Age/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply.