Senior Investment Stewardship Analyst

Our client, a highly regarded institutional asset manager, is looking to hire an experienced policy or stewardship professional to lead on corporate engagement activity.

This is a newly created position to represent the firm on some of the most important issues facing society and the investments they make. The successful candidate will be responsible for shaping the firm's response to the climate challenge and the firm's Net Zero commitment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Drive corporate engagement activities and develop an engagement agenda
2. Research themes for engagement and collaborate with portfolio managers and analysts to prioritise objectives
3. Engage with industry consultations on ESG issues
4. Develop and take ownership of internal stewardship process, including company responses and inquiries
5. Build important working relationships with the Investment team and assist with investment-related projects
6. Contribute to presentations for existing and prospective clients

Candidate Profile:

1. Relevant work experience in sustainability, public policy, investor relations or related field
2. Deep knowledge of climate change and the transition to a low carbon economy
3. Understanding of institutional investors and financial markets
4. Proven presentation, communication and influencing skills
5. Driven, strategic thinking and ability to manage and strengthen working relationships
6. Ability to engage with clients, corporates and industry bodies at a high level