Content Analyst

LSEG; Kuching; On-site; MYR 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Retirement planning

Volunteer days

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) in Kuching is seeking a Content Analyst to support ESG data collection and analysis within Financial Content Operations. The role involves gathering data from sources like annual reports and sustainability disclosures, and applying a defined ESG methodology for evaluation.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree and strong English and Mandarin reading skills, with meticulous attention to data quality and the ability to work to weekly targets in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in English and Mandarin (reading/comprehension).
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in data review.
• Adaptable to ESG standards and data requirements.
• Ability to meet weekly timeliness and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Collect ESG data from annual reports, sustainability reports, websites, and filings of publicly traded companies.
• Research and analyze data per ESG Ratings methodology.
• Provide brief comments and rationale to support analysis.
• Reference source documents used.
• Process data to meet timeliness requirements and work from Contributors.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Multitasking

English proficiency

Mandarin proficiency

Ownership mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Role Summary

We are hiring a Content Analyst in our Kuching office.

Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) is one of the key verticals withinFinancial Content Operationswhich caters to clients engaged in equity research. ESG provides integrated financial and extra-financial information, which is crucial for understanding the long-term performance and risk profile of major corporations. Our comprehensive ESG database covers nearly 80% of the global market cap and over 500 metrics, including all exclusion (ethical screening) criteria and all aspects of sustainability performance.

The data are gathered from publicly available information sources and is manually collected to ensure that the information is standardized, comparable and reliable. All the ESG data collected is quality controlled and verified in a thorough process by our experienced analysts and robust automated checks.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Collect ESG related quantitative and qualitative data from multiple information sources including annual reports, sustainability reports, websites, and other filings of publicly traded companies.

• Research and analyse collected data as per a pre-defined ESG Ratings methodology

• Support analysis with brief comments and rationale

• Provide appropriate references of source documents used

• Process data according to set timeliness, including data coming from Contributors

• Support specific projects, as assigned by manager

• Responsible for delivering high efficiency and quality data

• Proactively identify and resolve data problems

• Support continuous improvement of the process by sharing observations and feedback on the process

Required Skills & Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

• Professional working proficiency in English and Mandarin (reading and comprehension at minimum secondary school level), as daily research work involves reviewing documents in these languages.

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

• High attention to detail and accuracy when reviewing disclosure information and numerical datasets.

• Adaptable to changes in ESG standards, data requirements, and market environments.

• Ability to meet strict weekly timeliness and quality standards established by the department

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks effectively based on delivery requirements.

• Strong sense of responsibility, accountability, and quality awareness in handling data, with a strong sense of ownership for assigned tasks.

Preferred Skills

• Interest in sustainability, climate change and ESG reporting trends.

• A proactive team player who collaborates effectively with stakeholders across different functions.

• Experience in ESG data handling or corporate disclosure review.

Outstanding candidates who do not meet these requirements will still be considered.

Career Stage:

Associate

London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) Information:

Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, we’d love to hear from you.

LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership , Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.

Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone’s race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.

You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas. We are committed to sustainability across our global business and we are proud to partner with our customers to help them meet their sustainability objectives. Our charity, the LSEG Foundation provides charitable grants to community groups that help people access economic opportunities and build a secure future with financial independence. Colleagues can get involved through fundraising and volunteering.

LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.

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