Responsible Investment Graduate Analyst
- Recruiter
- Universities Superannuation Scheme Limited
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Salary
- Competitive plus Bonus/Benefits
- Posted
- 28 Jan 2023
- Closes
- 30 Jan 2023
- Ref
- 18564838
- Job Function
- Other
- Industry Sector
- Finance - General
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Education
- Bachelors
Key Responsibilities
Primary Measures
General skills and experience:
- 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
- Self-starter with an ability to work independently
- Able to undertake topic, sector and company research on relevant ESG issues
- An ability to multi-task, 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)