ESG Controversies Models Analyst

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Your Team Responsibilities

MSCI ESG Research is seeking a Senior Associate in our Zurich office to join our ESG Models team. The team is responsible for developing new methodologies and innovative frameworks to quantify environmental, social, and governance (ESG) impacts and risks. We are looking for a strong personality who deeply cares about issues of sustainability and their translation into finance-related metrics and who thrives in a fast-paced, fun, and challenging environment.

We are seeking an individual with strong quantitative and problem-solving skills as well as an interest in ESG issues, including how investors integrate ESG factors into their investment processes. Critical thinking, curiosity, and an ability to overcome data challenges with creative solutions are essential to thrive in this high impact role.

What we will offer you: Depending on your location of your role, you can expect…

• Competitive fixed and variable compensation, holiday/vacation allowance and retirement savings plans/pensions
• A wide range of benefits including - healthcare, dental plans, risk insurances and (location dependent) - cycle-to-work schemes, gym benefits, retail discounts
• A hybrid work environment, for the vast majority of employees, offering a more progressive way of working to give you the flexibility, accountability, and responsibility to empower you to perform at your very best. At the center of this way of working is a culture which is built on a strong foundation of trust. We trust our people and they trust our organization’s leaders to support them.
• An inclusive and performance driven culture where you are empowered to maximize your potential in an environment where all individuals are respected and encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work
• A purposeful approach to Wellbeing to provide you with all the resources you need to be your best at work and in your personal life. Our Here For You Employee Assistance Program provides confidential emotional support with local experts, financial and legal advice in a wide range of issues as well as access to online information, resources and tools. All the services are available for our employees free of charge.
  
  

Your Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the improvement and maintenance of existing models used to analyze a company’s environmental and social impacts on its stakeholders specifically by identifying its involvement in ESG controversies and non-adherence to international norms and principles.
• Apply machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, parsing tools and other data science techniques across structured and unstructured datasets to improve the effectiveness of ESG models
• Use statistical methods, back-testing, and scenario analysis to understand, visualize and document methodology enhancements.
• Communicate complex topics in a simple way to internal and external stakeholders not familiar with the topics
• Work with stakeholders to identify the business requirements, understand distinct problems and expected outcomes, and model and frame innovative solutions
  
  

Your Skills And Experience That Will Help You Excel

• 6+ years of full-time professional experience in quantitative research or data science role.
• Minimum of Bachelors’ degree required; Advanced degree in related field (Finance, Engineering, Economics, Statistics) or CFA is preferred.
• Experience in negative screening, assessing ESG controversies and impact would be a plus. At a minimum, candidate should have a demonstrated interest in ESG issues or reputational risk assessment
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with prior experience in data manipulation and development of quantitative models
• Experience in working with structured and unstructured data and ability to find creative solutions to data quality challenges.
• Advanced skills in data science, specifically Natural Language Processing and sentiment analysis, and in software development, particularly Python, are a must-have
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work as part of a multi-cultural and geographically distributed team.
• Self-motivated, pro-active, and demonstrating an exceptional drive towards delivery.
  
  

How We’ll Support You

• Coaching, support and encouragement from experts in your team
• Access to a wide range of learning opportunities to support your growth and development
• Customizable learning journeys to help you navigate your professional development
• Transparent performance-based compensation schemes
• Employee 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.
  
  

About MSCI And Our Teams

MSCI is a leading provider of critical decision support tools and services for the global investment community. With over 50 years of expertise in research, data and technology, we power better investment decisions by enabling clients to understand and analyze key drivers of risk and return and confidently build more effective portfolios. We create industry-leading research-enhanced solutions that clients use to gain insight into and improve transparency across the investment process.

Our values define the working environment we strive to create. We are inclusive, we champion bold ideas, we always pursue excellence, and always act with integrity. Personal accountability and responsibility are key to success, and we always work as a team to remain client centric.

At MSCI diversity is at our core and inclusion defines our culture. Our people are empowered to maximize their potential in an environment where all individuals are respected and encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work. We work, learn and grow together and we are committed to hiring and promoting qualified women, ethnic minorities and members of the LGBT+ community candidates, who have historically been underrepresented in financial services.

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