MSCI, INC. seeks Senior Associate, ESG Research Analyst in New York, NY to analyze, review, and publish ESG rating research reports for 40-50 companies per year, including industry or thematic reports focused on Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) risks and opportunities faced by companies within the Transportation sector.

Demonstrate thought leadership in key ESG trends and issues that impact company coverage, including methodology maintenance and improvements, prepare and conduct regular presentations of ESG Research and trends to clients and prospects, with an emphasis on potentially financially relevant ESG issues faced by companies in the Transportation sector. Utilize software and technologies including Microsoft Office, Microsoft Power BI, Python using Jupyter notebooks, Salesforce. Utilize analytical techniques including financial statement analysis, financial modeling, data analysis, data visualization, analytical writing. Coding languages used: VBA, Python, DAX.

Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Economics, Finance, Mathematics, or a related field and five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in job offered or related occupation: working with large datasets; analytical writing to translate industry developments and trends into research insights; conducting quantitative and qualitative research using third-party databases including Thomson Refinitiv and S&P Capital IQ; conducting industry and company analysis; utilizing analytical techniques including financial statement analysis, financial modeling, data analysis and visualization; analyzing key environmental, social and governance risks and opportunities across industries; using of tools and software including Microsoft Office, Power BI and Salesforce. Telecommuting and/or working from home may be permissible pursuant to company policies. When not telecommuting, must report to work site. Offered salary is between $100,000 and $140,000 per year. 40 hours per week. 

What we offer you

• Transparent compensation schemes and comprehensive employee benefits, tailored to your location, ensuring your financial security, health, and overall wellbeing.

• Flexible working arrangements, advanced technology, and collaborative workspaces.

• A culture of high performance and innovation where we experiment with new ideas and take responsibility for achieving results.

• A global network of talented colleagues, who inspire, support, and share their expertise to innovate and deliver for our clients.

• Global Orientation program to kickstart your journey, followed by access to our Learning@MSCI platform, LinkedIn Learning Pro and tailored learning opportunities for ongoing skills development.

• Multi-directional career paths that offer professional growth and development through new challenges, internal mobility and expanded roles.

• We actively nurture an environment that builds a sense of inclusion belonging and connection, including eight Employee Resource Groups. All Abilities, Asian Support Network, Black Leadership Network, Climate Action Network, Hola! MSCI, Pride & Allies, Women in Tech, and Women’s Leadership Forum.

At MSCI we are passionate about what we do, and we are inspired by our purpose – to power better investment decisions. You’ll be part of an industry-leading network of creative, curious, and entrepreneurial pioneers. This is a space where you can challenge yourself, set new standards and perform beyond expectations for yourself, our clients, and our industry.

MSCI is a leading provider of critical decision support tools and services for the global investment community. With over 50 years of expertise in research, data, and technology, we power better investment decisions by enabling clients to understand and analyze key drivers of risk and return and confidently build more effective portfolios. We create industry-leading research-enhanced solutions that clients use to gain insight into and improve transparency across the investment process.

MSCI Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce. It is the policy of the firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected parental leave), veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. MSCI is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please email Disability.Assistance@msci.com and indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Please note, this e-mail is intended only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation; it is not intended for other inquiries.

 

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