MSCI ESG Research creates value in financial markets by transforming unstructured and inconsistently reported sustainability data into actionable insights that support better investment decisions. The ESG Rating Model Development team is seeking a detail-oriented researcher to advance models and methodologies for evaluating sustainability risks and opportunities. The successful candidate will contribute to the maintenance and enhancement of MSCI’s existing sovereign ESG products while also supporting strategic innovation initiatives to launch new products and datasets.

This role can be based in either the Frankfurt or Budapest office

• Maintain and enhance MSCI’s existing sovereign ESG rating methodologies and models
• Develop new quantitative models and analytical frameworks for measuring sovereign and sub-sovereign ESG risks based on regulatory and other alternative datasets
• Use statistical methods and programing to analyze, interpret, and visualize data

• Implement, test and document new computations used in scoring models
• Collaborate with other teams such as Data, Application Development etc. to deliver the developed solutions to clients
• Communicate complex topics in a simple way to internal and external stakeholders not familiar with the topics

• 5+ years experience working on building analytical frameworks, credit ratings/ rankings of countries, and developing scorecards using large macro-economic data sets (for example: United Nations, World Bank, Eurostat, etc.)
• Strong analytical capabilities and advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and software development, particularly Python are a must-have. Familiarity with AI/ML techniques would be a plus.
• Advanced educational background and experience in the fields of climate, economics, finance, sustainability, or credit ratings
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work as part of a multi-cultural and geographically distributed team

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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