Director, ESG Research

New York, United States

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Date live: Oct. 11, 2022

Business Area: Barclays International

Area of Expertise: Investment Banking

Reference Code: 90279136

Contract: Permanent/Regular

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US Head of ESG Research - New York, NY

The US Head of ESG Research will work closely with the Global Head of ESG Research, with primary responsibility to drive ESG integration and thought leadership across Barclays research in the US.

What will you be doing?

Lead driver for ESG content and integration across US fundamental research by partnering with and supporting sector analysts
Act as local centre of ESG-related excellence both internally and client-facing
Originate and co-author creative content that demonstrates how ESG factors are essential fundamental factors and link to value drivers
Lead on client contact, marketing of ESG product in US market incl. senior client relationships, help create distribution lists
Ensure Barclays ESG research initiatives and products are aligned and coherent across regions and asset classes in collaboration with the global ESG Team
Coordinate and drive ESG related events and corporate access in coordination with global ESG and PMG Teams
Work closely with both Global Head of ESG Research and Head of Americas Equity Research
Build relationships with US analysts in order to encourage and support ESG integration
Line manager to junior members of ESG Research team that are US-based (two)
Communicate and collaborate both with the global ESG Team and with analysts across the research department
Work closely with PMG Teams in driving ESG content and marketing
Client engagement esp. senior client relationships on ESG, working closely with sales

What we’re looking for:

Robust understanding of ESG integration and passion for Responsible/Sustainable Investing
Experience in ESG asset management or sell-side research environment incl. financial analysis
Self-starter and ability to prioritise despite conflicting demands on time.
Strong quantitative aptitude and qualitative reasoning coupled with strong verbal and written communication skills
Enthusiasm, energy, willingness to work in a goal-oriented team and cultural fit are very important
Excellent presentation skills / client interaction skills
The ability to stay ahead of important developments in the very rapidly evolving ESG investing space (client strategies, regulation, etc.)
Excellent interpersonal skills / emotional intelligence incl. the ability to build trust and influence others

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You will be working at our Americas Headquarters at 745 Seventh Avenue. This 37-story office tower is located in Times Square in the heart of Manhattan and features a cafeteria, fitness center and state-of-the-art LED signage on the facade of the building. The building is easily accessible to Restaurants, Shops and Public Transportation.

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