This is an exciting opportunity to join us as a Market Expert with MSCI’s ESG Ratings team. MSCI ESG Ratings team members rate companies on a ‘AAA’ to ‘CCC’ scale based on its exposure to industry specific ESG risks and their ability to manage those risks relative to industry peers. The team follows a rules-based methodology to determine the ESG rating. The companies rated are spread across the developed and emerging markets, and range in size from large to small scale. In addition to rating companies, market experts provide insight on ESG-regulatory developments and sustainability trends for the region they are based in. 

Your primary responsibility will be to review and analyze the data we source and apply a rules-based methodology to determine Ratings for companies based on their ESG performance. You will focus on specific sectors - we are currently interested in hiring an analyst for the TMT sector (e.g. Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment, Electronic Equipment, Instruments & Components, Software & Services, etc.). As an Market Expert, in addition to rating companies in your coverage, you will be responsible for monitoring ESG-related regulations and practices in Japan and assess their impact. 

Your specific responsibilities shall include:

• Deliver high quality ESG research for companies in our global coverage on a timely basis;
• Support implementation of quality control measures and oversee research conducted by other members of the team;
• Be the go-to person for the region under coverage, creating/sharing knowledge of the market(s) with the ESG Ratings team;
• Coordinate with internal and external suppliers in enhancing the quality of the data sourced;
• Contribute to ongoing improvements of the ESG ratings model;
• Contribute to implementing processes critical for ensuring operational stability

• 3+ years of experience working in credit or equity research, or similar, or experience covering TMT sector (e.g. Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment, Electronic Equipment, Instruments & Components, Software & Services, etc.). ESG related experience is an advantage – but not a must.
• Interest and/ or experience in the economic and regulatory landscape of Japan market.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to articulate viewpoints.
• Strong communication skills - both oral and written in English.
• Comfortable working in a global team environment across hierarchies, functions, and geographies.
• Proactive attitude and ability to work under minimum supervision.

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.

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