ESG Analyst (Vancity Investment Management)

Vancouver City Savings Credit Union; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an ESG Analyst to join their innovative investment management team. This role focuses on Socially Responsible Investing, allowing you to contribute to impactful investment decisions and community engagement. You will conduct ESG research, provide analytical advice, and support shareholder engagement strategies. With a commitment to sustainability and social justice, this organization offers a flexible and inclusive workplace where your expertise can drive significant change. If you are passionate about ESG factors and their influence on investment performance, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible benefits

Health & dental coverage

Pension plan

Vacation and statutory holidays

Care days

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of ESG analysis and corporate sustainability experience required.
• Strong writing, research, and analytical skills are essential.
• CFA designation or progress towards CFA is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ESG research and analysis of potential investments.
• Provide timely advice to Portfolio Managers and Investment Committees.
• Create and deliver presentations to support sales and marketing.

Skills

ESG analysis

Corporate sustainability

Research skills

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Education

Post-secondary Degree or Diploma in a related discipline

Tools

ESG research software

Job description

ESG Analyst (Vancity Investment Management)

Job Category: Accounting & Finance

Requisition Number: ESGAN006021

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• Posted: March 27, 2025
• Full-Time
• Hybrid

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Vancity is a member-owned credit union built on the principles of inclusion and social justice. A relentless commitment to their values has helped them challenge the status quo and break down barriers since 1946. They have bold commitments to make Vancity net-zero by 2040 across all mortgages and loans and are pursuing strategies on Indigenous banking and to improve the financial resilience of their members.

Vancity is the largest private sector Living Wage Employer in Canada and has been consistently recognized as one of the Top Employers in Canada. If you’re interested in joining their team of 2,700 diverse individuals and accessing competitive rewards and benefits, all while knowing you are part of a greater movement, then apply today!

About the workplace

As an ESG Analyst with Vancity Investment Management (VCIM), you will be part of the only asset management firm in Canada focused solely on Socially Responsible Investing with a fossil-fuel free mandate.

You will contribute to VCIM's effectiveness by providing ESG analytical advice and expertise to portfolio managers and investment committees, and participate in the firm’s social and environmental engagement activities to promote sustainable impact in our communities.

This is a permanent, full-time role with hybrid working arrangements, primarily from the Vancity head office and your Lower Mainland home office. You may be required to work in-office at least once a week. You will report to the ESG Lead.

Typical responsibilities include:

• Conduct ESG research and analysis of potential investments to support the investment process.
• Provide timely advice to Portfolio Managers and Investment Committees, and identify new opportunities for portfolio construction.
• Prepare briefing materials on ESG issues to inform the Investment Committee and support shareholder engagement.
• Create and deliver presentations to support sales and marketing initiatives.
• Support shareholder engagement strategies and thematic work.

Qualifications and skills:

• Post-secondary Degree or Diploma in a related discipline.
• 3-5 years of ESG analysis and/or corporate sustainability experience.
• Strong writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Ability to simplify complex documents for broad audiences.
• Ability to assess material relevance for different audiences.
• Willingness to travel within Canada several times a year.
• Excellent facilitation, presentation, and public speaking skills, comfortable speaking to groups of 10-200.
• Deep understanding of ESG factors, their impact on risk and performance, and ESG risk management.
• Solid business acumen within the Socially Responsible Investment industry.

Preferred additional qualifications:

• CFA designation or progress towards CFA.
• Experience developing shareholder engagement strategies.
• Experience with ESG research software and databases.

Personal qualities:

• Strong communicator with interpersonal skills and the ability to provide expert advice.
• Problem solver with decision-making skills and innovative thinking.
• Analytical mindset capable of handling complex topics with attention to detail and strategic thinking.

We value lived experience; if you're interested, we encourage you to apply even if your skills don't perfectly match the listed criteria.

The base salary is $95,000 plus incentive pay annually.

Vancity offers a comprehensive total rewards package, including flexible benefits, vacation, statutory holidays, care days, health & dental coverage, and a pension plan, supporting a thriving and inclusive workplace.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion and provide accommodations during the recruitment process. Contact [e-mail] for support.

Qualifications & Skills

Preferred

Business Writing

Expert

Analysis

Expert

Behaviors & Motivations

Details not specified.

Education

Undergraduate Degree or higher in a related discipline.