senior Associate climate data specialistMSCI

Your team responsibilities
The Climate Data and Content Services team is responsible for the research and assessment of carbon footprint and business initiatives related to climate change for approximately 10,000 companies globally. The team's research is focused on climate-related metrics, which include carbon emissions, energy performance, and climate change targets and commitments, using a variety of sources, such as annual reports, sustainability reports, quantitative data feeds from third-party providers, news publications, and other company disclosures.
What we will offer you:
At MSCI, we provide competitive benefits programs in every region in which we do business. While our benefits plans vary in availability in our different locations, we offer a broad range of benefits that are part of the value you receive as a MSCI employee. Wherever you are with us, you will find benefits that can help ensure your health and well-being and contribute to your financial security.
Your key responsibilities
Your primary responsibility is to ensure the quality of our Climate Change Metrics data set and engage with internal and external stakeholders for better understanding of methodology and data. Your tasks will include reviewing and validating climate data provided by vendors and issuers. In addition, you are expected to address queries pertaining to our Climate data from our internal and external users, reconciling data challenges, training users on our methodologies and processes, and maintaining process documents
Work with a global team of researchers, data and IT specialists, and vendors to enhance and improve our research and assessment of companies' carbon footprint, climate change targets and commitments, and climate change mitigation practices.
Capture and transform climate data metrics into meaningful information/ratings/scores;
Drive coverage and content expansion projects defined by the business;
Update and refine industry assessment guides for data collectors and internal analysts;
Design and implement process improvements and QA checks to ensure consistent data quality and efficiency; and
Contribute to working committees, projects, or perform other tasks as deemed necessary by the business.
Your skills and experience that will help you excel
Bachelor's degree in finance, statistics, sustainability, environmental science, business, or related degrees.
Knowledge of climate change issues and regulations, including carbon offsets, climate reporting standards (e.g. TCFD) and frameworks (e.g. IPCC, UNFCCC, etc.).
At least 7 years working experience in Energy, Technology, Industrials, or Transportation sectors and/or a background on GHG assessments, GRI reporting, or environmental impact assessments.
Experience with equity or fixed income research is an advantage.
Ability to communicate complex concepts with ease
Fast learner and strong logical thinker
Anticipate problems and opportunities, and adapt to new challenges
Ability to work with multiple stakeholders in a collaborative global team environment
How we'll support you
Coaching, support and encouragement from experts in your team
Access to a wide range of learning opportunities to support your growth and development
Customizable learning journeys to help you navigate your professional development
Transparent performance-based compensation schemes
Employee Resource Groups: MSCI Pride, Black Leadership Network, Women's Leadership Forum, Women in Tech, Asian Support Network, All Abilities, Hola! MSCI and Climate Action Group.
About MSCI and our teams
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.
Our values define the working environment we strive to create. We are inclusive, we champion bold ideas, we always pursue excellence, and always act with integrity. Personal accountability and responsibility are key to success, and we always work as a team to remain client centric.
At MSCI diversity is at our core and inclusion defines our culture. Our people are empowered to maximize their potential in an environment where all individuals are respected and encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work. We work, learn and grow together and we are committed to hiring and promoting qualified women, ethnic minorities and members of the LGBT+ community candidates, who have historically been underrepresented in financial services.
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MSCI

Manila City, Metro Manila
Permanent
Full-time