RI Policy Analyst

Universities Superannuation Scheme; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading pension scheme as an RI Policy Analyst, where you'll contribute to shaping responsible investment strategies crucial to enhancing long-term outcomes for members. In this key role, monitor policy developments, draft briefings, and collaborate with advocacy groups to ensure USS remains a leader in responsible investment initiatives.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Access to high-quality pension scheme

Enhanced sickness pay and family-friendly leave

Financial contributions for development and wellbeing

Private healthcare

Discounted gym memberships

Learning and development opportunities

Employee Volunteer Days

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Extensive working knowledge of UK and global responsible investment policy.
• Ability to translate complex policy into actionable insights.
• Experience in formulating advocacy recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor legislative developments on responsible investment issues.
• Assist in providing policy briefings for senior leaders.
• Build relationships with key policy groups.

Skills

Relationship-building

Policy Monitoring

Policy Advocacy

Job description

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When you join USS, the size and scale of our pension scheme means you will have numerous opportunities to learn and develop your career. Given our size, you'll have real autonomy and influence as you collaborate closely with a wide-ranging team of experts.

About the role

In your role as RI Policy Analyst, you will make a meaningful and valued contribution from the outset. This role offers an exciting opportunity to support the delivery of the Scheme’s ambitious Responsible Investment (RI) strategy, reinforcing its position as a Universal Owner.

The revised RI strategy sets a clear direction for the Scheme to demonstrate visible leadership in responsible investment across the UK and to be recognized as a global leader among asset owners. A core part of this ambition is driving effective policy advocacy on key RI issues.

Your work will directly enhance the Scheme’s ability to influence public policy and regulatory developments, contributing to better long-term outcomes for members. If you're passionate about responsible investment and looking to make an impact through strategic policy engagement, this role offers an excellent platform.

What you will be doing

As a trusted part of the Responsible Investment team, you will:

• Monitor policy and legislative developments on RI issues.
• Assist in providing accurate and timely policy briefings for the HORI, ExCo, and other senior leaders across the Scheme.
• Translate complex policy positions into actionable insights and outcomes.
• Formulate policy advocacy recommendations for active policy engagement by senior USSIM and USS directors and investment teams.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with key policy and advocacy groups in the UK (UK SIF, PLSA) and globally (ICGN, CII). Represent the Scheme at such groups, as appropriate.
• Participate in drafting responses to RI consultations such as Stewardship Code, UK Listing Rules, transition plans, TNFD, in conjunction with relevant seniors within the RI team and working across relevant teams.

About you

We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they don't tick every box. If you're excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, then please apply, regardless of whether you meet all the requirements outlined in this profile.

To be successful in the role, you will have:

• Extensive working knowledge of current and evolving policy in the UK and globally concerning responsible investment issues.
• Ability to monitor policy and legislative developments on RI issues and assist in providing accurate and timely policy briefings for senior leaders.
• Ability to translate complex policy positions into actionable insights and outcomes.
• Experience in formulating policy advocacy recommendations for active engagement by senior stakeholders.
• Strong relationship-building skills with key policy and advocacy groups, and experience representing organizations in such settings.
• Experience participating in RI policy development, gained through policy units, think tanks, asset managers, asset owners, or consultants.
• Subject matter expertise across climate, nature, people, and governance priorities.

At USS, every individual contributes to building a secure financial future for our members and their families. We strive to create a work environment where everyone can thrive professionally while making a meaningful impact on others' lives.

We're committed to supporting your career development with opportunities for growth, recognizing individual career paths, and fostering a proactive management team.

Here at USS, we want you to thrive with a friendly team, flexible culture, and excellent benefits!

How we will reward you

• Generous annual leave
• Access to a high-quality pension scheme through USS
• Supportive policies including enhanced sickness pay and family-friendly leave
• Financial contributions towards personal development and wellbeing
• Health and wellbeing services, private healthcare, discounted gym memberships
• Learning and development opportunities
• Employee Volunteer Days
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Our culture and values

Our people are our strength. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture that embraces individuality, where everyone feels welcomed and comfortable being themselves.

Our purpose centers on members, putting them ‘front and centre’ of our work, embedded through our values of integrity.

About us

Founded in 1974, Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) is the principal pension scheme for UK universities and higher education. We work with around 330 employers to secure the futures of over 528,000 members and their families. With assets of around £(as of 31 March 2023), we are one of the UK's largest pension schemes. For more information, visit our website.

USSIM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We promote a flexible and inclusive recruitment process to attract diverse talent. If you need adjustments or support during your application, please contact us.