Research Analyst - Sustainable Investment

The London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG), is a leading provider of business and financial information on public and private companies globally. LSEG continues to build on a century of experience by transforming data into knowledge and combining our expertise with the latest technology to create new global data and analytical solutions for our clients. With advanced data collection services, cloud-based applications, desktop analytics and print products, We incorporate value added tools such as quantitative Smart Beta equity research and tools for portfolio building and measurement.

For LSEG Romania based in Bucharest, Romania, we are currently recruiting for a research analyst position in our Data Collection Sustainable Investments team. Research analysts are responsible for assessing the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) disclosure of global companies OR for analysing and collecting information on 'Green' product/service portfolio of companies. As research analyst you are responsible for a critical function in the Sustainable Investment team, having complete ownership of data
used by our clients. We are looking for individuals with very high attention to detail and who can work
under strict delivery timelines.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
o Collect quantitative and/or qualitative data from multiple information sources including annual
reports, sustainability reports, websites, and other filings of publicly traded companies
o Analyse collected data as per a pre-defined Ratings/data collection methodology/guidance manual
o Support analysis with brief comments and rationale
o Provide appropriate references of source documents used
o Collect and analyse online news releases on controversies related to companies
o Develop strong subject matter expertise on various sub parts of our data collection
methodology
o Identify and suggest ideas for reducing effort spent on data collection and analysis by using
automation or by process optimization

QUALIFICATIONS
o Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
o Excellent English language skills (write, read, talk)
o Proficiency (write, read, talk) in one of the following foreign languages - Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Italian, Russian and Arabic is preferable
o Ability to work independently with high degree of ownership
o Ability to meet strict weekly timeliness and quality standards established by the department
o Ability to multi-task and be results driven

PREFERRED SKILLS
o Experience with ESG factors and sustainability

Diversity & Inclusion
People are at the heart of what we do and drive the success of our business. Our colleagues thrive personally and professionally through our shared values of Integrity, Partnership, Innovation and Excellence are at the core of our culture. We embrace diversity and actively seek to attract people with unique backgrounds and perspectives. We are always looking at ways to become more agile so we meet the needs of our teams and customers. We believe that an inclusive collaborative workplace is pivotal to our success and supports the potential and growth of all colleagues at LSEG.

We are looking for intellectually curious people, passionate about the bigger picture of how technology industry is evolving, ready to ask difficult questions and deal with complicated scenarios. If you are creative and a problem solver, this is the place to be as will be supporting you to fast-forward your career.

We maximise each employee's potential through personal development and through a wide range of learning tools both formal and informal. We believe that remunerating our people with competitive salaries and a range of attractive benefits such as:

• 25 days' holiday per year
• 1 additional day off for your Birthday
• Annual wellness allowance
• Share Purchase Plan
• Medical Health Insurance
• Medical Subscription (preventive medical services)
• Dental Coverage
• Life insurance
• Pillar 3 Private Pension
• Meal Vouchers
• Flexible Benefits
• Bookster
• Volunteering Events
• Team Buildings

At LSEG, we believe that creating a diverse and inclusive organisation is fundamental to the way we deliver on our promise - and our purpose. You'll be part of an organisation of over 25,000 people, spanning 70 countries. We recognise the individual perspectives each of our colleagues brings, and our diverse workforce is one of our greatest strengths. In supporting collaboration and creativity and encouraging new ideas across a diverse and inclusive workforce, we can improve how we are driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.

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

We are an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

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