Esg Analyst

2 hours ago


Sydney, Australia Challenger Full time

Challenger Limited is an ASX-listed investment management firm managing $127 billion in assets (as at 30 June 2024). Life with us is fast moving and always exciting. Together we’re driving to deliver our vision to provide our customers with financial security for a better retirement._
- We achieve this goal by providing a work environment where people from diverse backgrounds, with a range of skills and experiences can contribute and succeed._

Join us in our newly created ESG Analyst role supporting Challenger’s investment teams across our Life business (Challenger Life Company) and our fixed income business (Challenger Investment Management)
- Are you passionate about making a difference through ESG and sustainability?
- In this role, you'll work closely with our investment teams, supporting them to integrate ESG considerations into decision-making, assess climate related risks and opportunities across our investment portfolio and support the business to implement its climate risk work program
- We work flexibly from our Sydney CBD Office where you can expect to work 3 days in the office and 2 days from home.

Our approach to ESG

At Challenger, we recognise the role that our investments and stewardship can play in shaping a better future. We believe that integrating ESG considerations into investment decisions will support the long-term success of our business, investment markets and improve risk-adjusted returns over time. We consider ESG risks throughout our investment process - from how we make investment decisions and construct investment portfolios to engaging in responsible ownership practices and appointing managers to act on our behalf. This helps us deliver on our purpose of providing customers with financial security for a better retirement and support our customers to achieve their financial goals.

About the role

In this role, you'll work closely with investment professionals to integrate ESG considerations into decision-making and provide advice on the climate related risk and opportunities across our investment portfolio. You’ll support the team to implement ESG and climate risk initiatives including climate scenario analysis, data analysis and associated reporting.

You’ll also participate in several group wide ESG initiatives and projects, to support Challenger Group in its broader climate regulatory requirements and goals and will work closely and collaboratively with the wider group ESG and Group Sustainability team.

Other responsibilities will include (but aren’t limited to)- Data Analysis: Manage and analyse ESG and climate data to offer valuable insights for our investment strategies. Conduct qualitative and quantitative analysis on ESG and climate metrics across the investments in the CLC and CIM portfolios.- Relationship Building: Build strong relationships with portfolio managers and investment professionals, providing expert ESG insights.- Trusted Advisor: Providing advice to the investment team on ESG and climate data insights that can be embedded in investment strategies.- Regulatory Work & Reporting: Contribute to the development of climate disclosures and support regulatory reporting.- Governance & Strategy Alignment: Work within Challenger’s governance structure to align our sustainability strategy with business goals.- Strategic Influence: Guide ESG integration, balancing commercial success with a commitment to sustainability.

The skills you’ll need.

We’re seeking a dedicated professional with a passion for ESG and investments who thrives in collaborative environments. If you are detail-oriented, strategic, and eager to contribute to the investment decisions making process, this role offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Success in this role will be driven by your ability to build strong relationships, communicate effectively, and manage complex data and investment strategies.

You’ll have at least 3 - 5 years industry experience, preferably as an analyst, asset consultant or investment specialist. You’ll have a background in finance or investments and a clear passion for ESG with proven experience or strong understanding of ESG issues within the institutional investment context, including relevant legislation and market dynamics.

As well as;- Good knowledge of investment markets and processes. Understanding of asset management product structures, operating requirements, and disclosure issues.- Effective communication and presentation skills with the ability to deliver articulate, insightful communications to various audiences, including senior leaders.- Familiarity with ESG frameworks and reporting guidelines (e.g., ISSB IFRS s1 and s2, AASB, TCFD, TNFD, GRI)

Technical Skills/Qualifications- Proficient in Excel and data visualisation tools such as Power BI highly regarded.- Experience with coding languages such as Python, R, SQL highly regarded.- Tertiary qualifications in Economics, Finance, Data Science, Sustainability, or


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