Moody’s Hiring for Sustainability Rating Analyst Job at London, England Full Time

The Role
The Sustainability Rating analyst will be responsible for producing sustainability ratings (SRs), ESG assessments and other on-demand in-depth interactive assessment products for all types of corporate entities in a number of sectors. Drawing from deep ESG and sustainable finance (SF) experience, this person will apply the SR methodology, incorporate analytical judgment in assessing firm performance on relevant factors, and credibly lead the engagement with the entities.

Responsibilities:

• Assess customer entities’ ESG performance by analysing their public documentation and the complementary information provided.
• Engage with issuers, conducting interviews with senior executives, managers and employee representatives to obtain further in-depth information. Provide feedback and formal presentation of the outcome of the analysis to the customer organisation.
• Produce relevant sustainability ratings, ESG assessment profiles and other assessment products and reports, using relevant methodology and processes. Ensure that processes and products meet our quality standards.
• Contribute to the improvement of the Sustainability Rating format and methodology; help develop and update the format and content with a view to improve efficiency and meet market demands.
• Collaborate with Product and Methodology teams to deliver a new inception of the Sustainability Rating analytical tool and methodology. Contribute to the Pilot test phase, gathering feedbacks and suggesting incremental improvements throughout. Facilitate the inclusion of Pilot-phase learnings into the final product. Contribute to on the launch of the product.
• Contribute to the training and development of more junior members of the team
• Ensure the highest quality of service delivered to our customers (high quality, responsiveness, adaptability, availability).

• Graduate/second-level degree in a related discipline (e.g., sustainability, environmental science, social justice, public policy), preferred
• Min 5-7 years professional experiences
• Demonstrated critical thinking. Well-developed analytical skills, including financial analysis and accounting
• Deep knowledge of ESG topics and CSR, including experience producing related assessments or ratings
• Ability to work with various stakeholders including high-level executives
• Service-orientated. Ability to multi-task and reprioritize as business priorities change
• Compelling communication skills to efficiently conduct interviews and manage client relationships with confidence, clarity and eloquence.
• Excellent English Language skills (working language) required, plus fluency in another language (French or Spanish preferred)
• Rigour, autonomy and time management to ensure the good application of the deontological and methodology rules, as well as the respect of the defined deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team & international environment

MESG

Moody’s is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Moody’s (NYSE: MCO) is a global integrated risk assessment firm that empowers organizations to make better decisions. Our data, analytical solutions and insights help decision-makers identify opportunities and manage the risks of doing business with others. We believe that greater transparency, more informed decisions, and fair access to information open the door to shared progress. With over 11,000 employees in more than 40 countries, Moody’s combines international presence with local expertise and over a century of experience in financial markets. Learn more at moodys.com.

At Moody’s, we’re taking action. We’re hiring diverse talent and providing underrepresented groups with equitable opportunities in their careers. We’re educating, empowering and elevating our people, and creating a workplace where each person can be their true selves, reach their full potential and thrive on every level. Learn more about our DE&I initiatives, employee development programs and view our annual DE&I Report at moodys.com/diversity

MESG delivers a comprehensive, integrated suite of ESG and climate risk solutions including ESG scores, analytics, Sustainability Ratings and Sustainable Finance Reviewer/certifier services