Sustainable Investment Research Analyst

ImpactAlpha Inc.; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in London is seeking a Research Analyst to support sustainability research and integrate findings into investment decisions. The ideal candidate will have experience in research, strong analytical skills, and excellent communication abilities. This role offers flexible working arrangements and opportunities for career growth within the organization.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Inclusive culture with networking opportunities

Support for candidates with disabilities

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience as a research analyst or in a relevant sector.
• Experience using analytics and research to prepare concise, actionable content.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality investment-ready sustainability research on a range of investment classes.
• Effectively communicate research findings for integration into investment decision making.
• Consolidate and expand detailed investment coverage with alternative datasets.

Skills

Research expertise

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree in science, finance, or economics

Job description

Overview

About M&G plc is a leading international savings and investment company managing investments for individuals and institutions around the world. With roots going back over 170 years, M&G offers a wide range of products and services, including asset management, life insurance, and wealth management. Their mission is to provide innovative financial solutions and foster greater confidence in their clients' investment journeys. M&G is committed to sustainability and incorporates Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors into their investment decisions, promoting responsible and impactful investing. The company is headquartered in London and operates in multiple regions, ensuring a global presence in the financial sector.

About this Role: An opportunity has arisen for a Research Analyst to join M&G\'s Sustainable Investment Research team. This role involves supporting thematic and stock level sustainability research to drive investment-ready analysis, including assisting private markets teams. The ideal candidate will possess existing research expertise and is expected to strengthen their analytical skills further. The role requires producing high-quality, investment-ready sustainability research across diverse investment classes, sectors, and thematic issues. Effective communication of research findings is crucial to integrate insights into investment decisions. The successful applicant will contribute to thematic research, identifying investment opportunities for companies instigating structural changes in the global economy. Additionally, the role involves collaborative engagements to enhance thematic research across the investment platform and managing detailed proprietary databases. Key aspects include monitoring trends and innovations within various themes to ensure investment strategies remain aligned. Publishing thought leadership content and participating in the Stewardship & Sustainability agenda are also essential components of this position.

Responsibilities

• Produce high quality investment ready sustainability research on a range of investment classes.
• Effectively communicate research findings for integration into investment decision making.
• Contribute to thematic research, particularly identifying investment opportunities for innovative and disruptive companies.
• Collaborate on bottom-up research and analysis to enhance thematic engagement activities.
• Consolidate and expand detailed investment coverage with alternative datasets.
• Monitor trends in individual themes to ensure alignment with investment strategies.
• Publish thought leadership pieces and generate content through articles and white papers.
• Contribute to the completion of ESG Scorecards.
• Support the wider Stewardship & Sustainability agenda.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience as a research analyst or in a relevant sector.
• Experience using analytics and research to prepare concise, actionable content.
• A degree in science, finance, or economics with strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Effective stakeholder engagement/management and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to produce high quality reports suitable for a senior audience.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate within a team environment.
• Proactive with individual accountability and a strong work ethic.
• Effective problem-solving skills to design and implement solutions.
• Integrity and belief in the company\'s purpose.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Workplace accommodations to support effective role delivery.
• An inclusive culture with networking opportunities through employee-led networks.
• Support for candidates with disabilities or health conditions as a Disability Confident Leader.
• Diverse workforce promoting gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and equality inclusivity.
• Opportunities for career growth and development within a leading international company.