ESG Screening Content Associate

Your team responsibilities         The ESG Screening team maintains the data and content of the following MSCI ESG solutions: Business Involvement, Sanctions, Sustainable Impact Metrics, and SDG Alignment. The team is responsible for the accuracy and quality of the research and assessment into companies’ activities and business ties related to certain themes, such as but not limited to alcohol, animal welfare, gambling, defense and weapons, or sustainable impact activities, covering approximately 63,000 companies globally. The team leverages a variety of sources including company websites, annual reports, sustainability reports, third-party providers, investor presentations, news and media publications, government data, and other disclosures provided by the company itself or its associates. The team also employs AI-based checks and performs data extraction via natural language processing to help increase the timeliness and precision of content delivered to our clients. What we will offer you:At MSCI, we provide competitive benefits programs in every region in which we do business. While our benefits plans vary in availability in our different locations, we offer a broad range of benefits that are part of the value you receive as a MSCI employee. Wherever you are with us, you will find benefits that can help ensure your health and well-being and contribute to your financial security.             Your key responsibilities            You will be responsible in overseeing multiple ESG datasets, including values-based screens, sustainable investing, and social or environmental impact themes. You will also be responsible for addressing and resolving queries or concerns raised by clients or companies regarding such datasets, investigating related data quality issues and proposing remediations and solutions. You may also be expected to engage with companies directly for data validation and query resolution.Other responsibilities may include:Collaborate with a global team of research analysts to maintain the integrity of the methodologies;Participate in projects related to ESG quality or perform other tasks as deemed by the business;Conduct deep-dive research into global companies’ business activities and sustainable practices, using sources such as company websites, annual reports, sustainability reports, and other publicly available documents;Assess revenues generated from such business activities based on company financial reports; andContribute to further improving processes and applications in ESG Screening team. Your skills and experience that will help you excelBachelor's degree in sustainability, business, finance, economics, or related degreesFamiliarity with ESG, sustainable finance, value-based or responsible investment principlesAwareness of ESG standards and regulations such as SFDR and EU TaxonomyIn addition, we are looking for someone who can demonstrate…Knowledge in reading and analyzing company disclosures, such as annual reports and sustainability reportsAnalytical skills and strong attention to detailsTechnical skills and proficiency in using data processing, analytics, and visualization toolsAbility to work in a collaborative global team environment How we’ll support you               Coaching, support and encouragement from experts in your teamAccess to a wide range of learning opportunities to support your growth and developmentCustomizable learning journeys to help you navigate your professional developmentTransparent performance-based compensation schemesEmployee Resource Groups: MSCI Pride, Black Leadership Network, Women’s Leadership Forum, Women in Tech, Asian Support Network, All Abilities, Hola! MSCI and Climate Action Group. To learn more about life at MSCI please visit https://careers.msci.com or follow us on linkedIn, Twitter, Glassdoor.To all recruitment agencies: MSCI does not accept unsolicited CVs/Resumes. Please do not forward CVs/Resumes to any MSCI employee, location or website. MSCI is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs/Resumes.MSCI Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce. It is the policy of the Firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy/maternity leave), veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.