Asset Management – Sustainable Investing Research Analyst – Vice President

JPMorganChase; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment firm in Singapore is seeking a Vice President in the Sustainable Investing Research Team. You will leverage your expertise in ESG to lead research efforts and develop strategies that integrate sustainability factors into investment decisions. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree, at least 6 years of relevant experience, and strong analytical skills. Join a friendly team that values diversity and innovation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of experience in the financial industry with expertise in sustainability-related financial and impact analysis.
• Ability to interpret complex data and translate findings into actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Research financially material ESG issues across industries.
• Develop analytical capabilities and investment tools.
• Write research reports on sustainability and investment management.
• Collaborate with JPMAM portfolio managers and analysts.

Skills

Data analytics proficiency

Strong analytical skills

Experience in financial industry

Effective communication skills

Collaboration in diverse teams

Education

Master's degree in Finance

Job description

Overview

The Sustainable Investing team at JPMAM unifies the firm’s ESG efforts and sustainable investment strategies and partners with our global investment and distribution teams to develop dedicated sustainable investing research, thought leadership and solutions – by way of leveraging our differentiated investment platform, proprietary technology, data analytics, deep ESG expertise and culture of innovation – and offers innovative sustainable solutions to our institutional and retail clients.

As the Vice President in the Sustainable Investing Research Team, you will be part of a team of analysts reporting to the Global Head of Sustainable Investing Research and working collaboratively with financial analysts and portfolio managers. Our preference is for candidates with strong, existing investment research experience in delivering ESG insights – covering ESG risk assessment and attribution as well as implementing methodologies and investment frameworks across listed equity, credit and other asset classes. Our internal culture demands high standards but is friendly, respectful and places high value on diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Research financially material ESG issues across industries as well as related policies and methodologies in order to inform sustainable investment strategies.
• Develop analytical capabilities and investment tools to assess sustainability risks and opportunities or select appropriate third-party solutions.
• Write research reports to educate and enhance the firm’s and its clients’ understanding of the nexus between sustainability and investment management.
• Collaborate andcommunicate with a global network of JPMAM portfolio managers, analysts and technology partners.

Required qualifications, capabilities and skills

• Master degree in Finance or related discipline
• Minimum 6 years of experience in the financial industry, as the subjectmatter expertise in sustainability-related financial and impact analysis.
• Proficiency in using data analytics and proprietary technology for ESG research, focusing on systematic equity strategies like quantitative, factor-based, and ESG-integrated approaches.
• Ability to collaborate in diverse teams, fostering innovation and driving cross-regional collaboration to share insights across investment and client-facing teams, with experience in Europe and Asia.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret complex data and translate findings into actionable insights, with a proven track record of integrating ESG factors into investment decisions across asset classes.
• Work is fast paced, with tight deadlines and high pressure for results.
• Strong ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
• Intellectually curious and driven by desire to build insight into a business through both quantitative and qualitative analysis.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills

• Experience in a research or portfolio management role in asset management.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the broader ESG and sustainable investing landscape.
• Independent thinking, pragmatic problem-solving skills and effective decision making.
• Effective client and stakeholder management to establish purposeful collaboration.