ESG Research Strategist (Vice President/ Executive Director)

At Bank of Singapore, we are constantly on the lookout for exceptional individuals to join our team. We promote a culture of openness, teamwork and fairness. Most importantly, we invest in our people through our programmes that develop them on both professional and personal levels. Besides attractive remuneration packages, we offer non-financial benefits and opportunities to develop your potential within OCBC Group’s global network of subsidiaries and offices. If you have passion, drive and the will to succeed, rise to the challenge today!

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General Description:

We are looking for an experienced Research Analyst to generate ESG-related research, thought leadership pieces, investment strategies and actionable ideas in the form of stock-specific, thematic and/or strategy research reports. The Analyst will also play a key role in ESG-related strategic initiatives in Bank of Singapore's Chief Investment Office (CIO) and ESG-related collaboration projects across Bank of Singapore / OCBC Group.

Main Duties:

• Generate ESG-related research, thought leadership and strategy pieces, as well as actionable ideas in the form of thematic and strategy research reports
• Actively contribute to the investment processes of both the Investment Strategy and Equity research teams and collaborate actively with team members in production of reports
• Conduct fundamental research analysis on relevant equity sectors and potentially pick up stock coverage to derive investment recommendations
• Provide guidance and advice within CIO as well as to Front Office colleagues across Bank of Singapore on investment-related ESG matters
• Communicate ESG and investment views in Bank of Singapore client events and media and also participate in client meetings
• To support ESG-related strategic initiatives in CIO and ESG-related collaboration efforts across Bank of Singapore / OCBC Group
• To improve ESG-related capabilities across the research teams
• Prepare investment communications materials
• Any other duties as designated

Qualifications

Work Experience Requirements:

• At least 8 years of relevant experience of institutional portfolio management/research experience at sell-side or buy-side houses, with at least 3 years in a ESG-research/portfolio management capacity.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Ability to perform in a high-impact performance driven environment and deliver results.

Education Requirements:

• Degree in Finance or Economics. CFA, CAIA preferred.
• Familiarity with financial software such as Bloomberg

Job ID 2400019N