ESG Methodology Specialist - Sverige - Institutional Shareholder Services Inc.

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ESG Methodology Specialist - SDG Impact and Thematic Solutions

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ISS ESG seeks a motivated and experienced methodology specialist to join the Global ESG Methodology team's SDG Impact & Thematic Solutions division in EMEA.

Overview

ESG Methodologyis a horizontal function across all ESG research and solution verticals, ensuringhigh quality and consistencyofmethodologies, innovative solutions andgold standardin research and resulting signal s. The focus of the rolewill be driving business critical methodology and quality management projects related to the Sustainable Development Goals and thematic topics .

ISS ESG 's Global ESG Methodology & Quality team is based in Germany, India, the UK, the Philippines, Sweden, and Belg ium . The successful candidate will work both independently as well as collaboratively with the local team and colleagues across our global offices. Working in a dynamic market and international environment, we put great emphasis on cooperation and offer a welcoming, collegial working atmosphere.

Responsibilities

• Develop expertise and take co-ownership of ISS ESG's methodologies for impact, thematic and/or revenue-based solutions such as the SDG Solutions Assessment, SDG Impact Rating, Water Risk Rating or Screenings;
• Work on methodology projects related to the developments and enhancements of innovative thematic solutions (e.g. water, biodiversity, circular economy...) and sustainable investing labels and standards;
• Establish deep relationships and partner with research, product and client-facing teams to facilitate methodology developments aligned and consistent across other ISS ESG solutions such as ESG Corporate Ratings, Regulatory Solutions, and Alternative Assets;
• Monitor developments in the responsible investment space (e.g. TNFD, SBTN), review and affirm alignment of our methodology with relevant regulatory and voluntary standards;
• Provide service/support to internal and external stakeholders in the form of explaining the methodology behind our solutions;
• Ensure methodology documentation (internal and external);
• Contribute to Thought Leadership pieces, and engage in client conversations and industry events.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant work experience in environmental/ESG Research, sustainability consulting, sustainable finance, or similar;
• Deep knowledge of ESG investment approaches, and of frameworks, reporting standards, and initiatives related to the SDGs and nature-related topics (such as water, deforestation, circular economy, oceans, climate or biodiversity);
• Experience with and technical understanding of data analysis and impact measurements;
• Experience with industry classifications systems (e.g. GICS, Factset, SIC), corporate financial reporting, and nature-related/LCA databases is an asset;
• Excellent analytical and technical skills (skilled user in Python or statistical software is a plus);
• Conceptual thinking aptitude and ability to work independently;
• Excellent communication and writing skills;
• Ability to work flexibly with multiple stakeholders in a dynamic work environment.

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What you can expect from us

Our people are the moving force behind ISS STOXX. We are dedicated to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry and empowering them with the resources and support to enhance their career, health, financial and personal well-being.

We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. We are invested in our people and are working every day to ensure a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace.

Let's unite, collaborate, and inspire one another.

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About ISS STOXX

ISS STOXX GmbH is a leading provider of research and technology solutions for the financial market. Established in 1985, we offer top-notch benchmark and custom indices globally, helping clients identify investment opportunities and manage portfolio risks. Our services cover corporate governance, sustainability, cyber risk, and fund intelligence. Majority-owned by Deutsche Börse Group, ISS STOXX has over 3,400 professionals in 33 locations worldwide, serving around 6,400 clients, including institutional investors and companies focused on ESG, cyber, and governance risk. Clients trust our expertise to make informed decisions for their stakeholders' benefit.

ISS ESG solutions enable investors to develop and integrate sustainable investing policies and practices, engage on responsible investment issues, and monitor portfolio company practices through screening solutions. ISS ESG also provides climate data, analytics, and advisory services to help financial market participants understand, measure, and act on climate-related risks across all asset classes. In addition, ESG solutions cover corporate and country ESG research and ratings enabling its clients to identify material social and environmental risks and opportunities.

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ISS STOXX GmbH, through its group companies, is a leading provider of comprehensive and data-centric research and technology solutions that help capital market participants identify investment opportunities, detect qualitative and quantitative portfolio company risks, and meet evolving regulatory requirements. With roots dating back to 1985, we today deliver world-class benchmark and custom indices across asset classes and geographies and serve as a premier source of independent corporate governance, sustainability, cyber risk, and fund intelligence research, data, and related offerings. Our products and services give clients the scale and leverage they need to grow their business more effectively and efficiently. ISS STOXX, which is majority owned by Deutsche Börse Group, is comprised of more than 3,400 professionals operating across 33 global locations in 19 countries. Its approximately 6,400 clients include many of the world's leading institutional investors who turn to ISS STOXX for its objective and varied offerings, as well as companies focused on ESG, cyber, and governance risk mitigation as a shareholder value enhancing measure. Clients rely on ISS STOXX's expertise to help them make informed decisions to benefit their stakeholders.