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The climate & Nature unit of ISS STOXX is seeking a specialist to join its transition risks team. Successful candidates will have a background in both qualitative and quantitative analysis including Python expertise, as well as exhibit a passion for the responsible investment business with a focus on climate change. The candidate should have a collaborative approach to work and a track record of project management and problem solving while working with high attention to detail in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will manage the implementation of mandates and data deliveries towards clients and take responsibility for product development and management of bespoke projects to support the transition risks and opportunities methodology team across its various asset classes and transition related products. This includes interactions with colleagues and clients from around the globe and collaborating with other units.
Climate & Nature innovation lab is a unit within sustainability business unit, the responsible investment business of ISS STOXX. As investors seek to gain a better understanding of their exposure to climate-related risks, Climate Solutions provides data, analytics and advisory services to support financial market participants and governments to understand, measure, and act on climate-related risks and its impact on investments across all asset classes. It is a market leader within its field and highly innovative.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Support the methodology and product development processes
Support sales with client requests
Support colleagues and clients on advisory offerings or bespoke data deliveries of ISS STOXX’s climate solutions including support on day-to-day communications, operations and report writing.
Conduct climate impact analysis of investment portfolios across all asset classes to support product development
Maintain a strong understanding of overall climate solutions and expertise in transition-related products.
Support team with quantitative analysis and research on climate strategies of companies.
QUALIFICATIONS
A minimum of 2-3 years of relevant work experience relating to data analytics and climate change
Advanced university degree ideally in environmental science or engineering, quantitative sustainable finance
Demonstrated interest in climate change in general
Specific knowledge in sustainable finance, transition finance, investment carbon footprinting, climate impact assessments of investments, or Life Cycle Analysis
Knowledge of climate modelling techniques, in particular relating to transition risk
Expertise in corporate finance and financial (ESG) topics (professional or academic) is encouraged and experience in fixed income valuation highly desirable
Very strong quantitative (and qualitative) analytical skills and excellent conceptual thinking aptitude
Excellent command of Excel and good working knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications
Understanding of Data science and excellent knowledge of Python is a requirement
Excellent oral and written command of English and German. Fluency in French is a plus.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with customer-first attitude
Willingness to work with a highly collaborative, flexible and innovative team across different locations
Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
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About ISS STOXX
ISS STOXX GmbH is a leading provider of research and technology solutions for the financial market. Established in 1985, we offer top-notch benchmark and custom indices globally, helping clients identify investment opportunities and manage portfolio risks. Our services cover corporate governance, sustainability, cyber risk, and fund intelligence. Majority-owned by Deutsche Börse Group, ISS STOXX has over 3,400 professionals in 33 locations worldwide, serving around 6,400 clients, including institutional investors and companies focused on ESG, cyber, and governance risk. Clients trust our expertise to make informed decisions for their stakeholders' benefit.
ISS Sustainability Solutions enable investors to develop and integrate sustainable investing policies and practices, engage on responsible investment issues, and monitor portfolio company practices through screening solutions. ISS Sustainability Solutions also provides climate data, analytics, and advisory services to help financial market participants understand, measure, and act on climate-related risks across all asset classes. In addition, our solutions cover corporate and country ESG research and ratings enabling its clients to identify material social and environmental risks and opportunities.
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Skills Required
- Minimum of 2-3 years relevant work experience in data analytics and climate change
- Advanced university degree (ideally in environmental science, engineering, or quantitative sustainable finance)
- Demonstrated interest in climate change
- Knowledge of sustainable finance, transition finance, investment carbon footprinting, climate impact assessments, or Life Cycle Analysis
- Knowledge of climate modelling techniques, particularly relating to transition risk
- Expertise in corporate finance and financial (ESG) topics (professional or academic)
- Experience in fixed income valuation
- Very strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills and conceptual thinking
- Excellent command of Excel and good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Understanding of data science and excellent knowledge of Python
- Excellent oral and written command of English and German
- Fluency in French
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with customer-first attitude
- Willingness to work collaboratively and flexibly across different locations
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
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Retirement Support — Retirement plans include a notably strong 401(k) match with a Safe Harbor contribution that stands out within the package. The retirement offering is regarded as a highlight relative to other elements of total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, paid holidays, and parental leave are substantial components of the package. Time-away benefits are often described as a standout compared with other facets of compensation.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are comprehensive within the standard package. Health coverage is generally viewed as solid, albeit characterized as middle of the road in some descriptions.
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Founded in 1985, Institutional Shareholder Services group of companies (ISS) empowers investors and companies to build for long-term and sustainable growth by providing high-quality data, analytics and insight. ISS, which is majority owned by Deutsche Bourse Group, along with Genstar Capital and ISS management, is a leading provider of corporate governance and responsible investment solutions, market intelligence, fund services, and events and editorial content for institutional investors and corporations, globally. ISS’ 2,200 employees operate worldwide across 29 global locations in 15 countries. It’s approximately 3,100 clients include many of the world’s leading institutional investors who rely on ISS’ objective and impartial offerings, as well as public companies focused on ESG and governance risk mitigation as a shareholder value enhancing measure. Clients rely on ISS’ expertise to help them make informed investment decisions.
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