About MSCI : - For more than 40 years, MSCI's research-based indexes and analytics have helped the world's leading investors build and manage better portfolios. Clients rely on our offerings for deeper insights into the drivers of performance and risk in their portfolios, broad asset class coverage and innovative research. - Our line of products and services includes indexes, analytical models, data, real estate benchmarks and ESG research. MSCI serves 98 of the top 100 largest money managers, according to the most recent P&amp;I ranking. For more information, visit us at www.msci.com. MSCI ESG Research : - Built upon the expertise of sustainability pioneers KLD, Innovest and IRRC, MSCI ESG Research is a leading source of ESG ratings, screening and compliance tools to advisers, managers and asset owners worldwide. It has an industry-leading suite of products and services that support the integration of environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors into investment decisions. Comprised of the pioneers mentioned above, the MSCI ESG Research Business Unit has the longest history of any firm in the ESG research space. - MSCI's clients worldwide, especially those who are signatories to the United Nation's Principles for Responsible Investing (UNPRI), are increasingly focused on ESG issues. As a growing number of asset managers are now subject to ESG-related mandates, this will shape their strategies going forward. MSCI ESG Research is committed to providing innovative tools to support our clients in this expanding market. Position overview : - MSCI ESG Research, part of MSCI Inc, is seeking to expand its ESG Ratings team with new positions in Mumbai. - An ESG Ratings associate is expected to have a strong working knowledge of general ESG trends and specific knowledge about the dominant ESG issues for a number of industries. Analysts rate companies and write Company Profiles for large, mid and small cap companies from across the globe. - A qualified candidate would be required to have experience in making presentations relating to the industries and companies that he/she analyses to both internal and external groups. - The candidate will research information about a company's environmental, social, and governance performance, as well as traditional financial risk, using a variety of interesting sources including non-governmental organizations, annual reports, proxy statements, corporate social responsibility reports, sustainability reports, equity research reports, news publications, research studies, and engagement with the companies themselves. Responsibilities : - Searching for, procuring, and processing information about global companies using multiple methods, techniques and sources. - Capturing and transforming raw data into meaningful information/ratings/scores. - Working with different types of information sources (i.e. lengthy annual reports, websites, quantitative data feeds, web crawlers), types of information (i.e. quantitative data, key performance indicators, prose narratives), topics or subject matters (i.e. traditional financial risk, corporate governance, and sustainability) and types of analysis (i.e. rules-based, subjective analysis, written summaries). - Produce scores, ratings and other forms of relevant analysis. - Monitoring quality and productivity metrics to ensure continuous improvement. - Participate in various working committees and/or projects relating to ESG Research. Desired experience and qualifications : - 6+ years of experience in ESG Research industry, or relevant financial services experience that includes exposure to ESG investment products, or relevant public policy or academic or NGO experience - Strong background in process oriented/data heavy tasks - Experienced at working in office set-up with multiple locations/overseas teams - Strong English reading and speaking skills. Knowledge of other languages will be an advantage - Experienced at presentation results of research in global settings - Bachelors degree required - Advanced degree in related field preferred (masters or PhD) but not mandatory - Due to the great number of applications we receive for each of our open vacancies, we are unable to respond on an individual basis. Note : 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.

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MSCI - Research Specialist - ESG Vertical 

MSCI - Research Specialist - ESG Vertical  ,Job Description for MSCI - Research Specialist - ESG Vertical  in MSCI in  Mumbai for (6-11) years of experience. Apply Now!

Job Description for MSCI - Research Specialist - ESG Vertical  in MSCI in  Mumbai for (6-11) years of experience. Apply Now!