Location London
Job-type Permanent
Salary £Competitive
Reference 17121

Our investment client is a dynamic company specialising in socially responsible investment (SRI), as well as a stable and prosperous socio-economic environment that safeguards the interests of civil society today and in the future.

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As part of Climate 100+, they have 1§§led on specific engagements and are therefore part of an international dialogue on corporate change.

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They are a market leader in Switzerland and increasingly in Europe.

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You will be responsible for:

  • Leading the Proxy Voting and Engagement department

  • Leading the activities related to ESG ratings of listed companies in Switzerland

  • Leading operational engagement activities with Swiss listed companies

  • Participate in extended management tasks

  • Leading a team of 6 Analysts, you will be responsible for ensuring the high quality of services and compliance

  • Providing voting recommendations for investment clients.

  • Carrying out ESG evaluations, ESG research and engagement activities with companies.

  • Reviewing the proxy reports and research of the Analysts, issuing recommendations to pension fund members, validating voting recommendations, chairing committees, and inputting on voting guidelines.

  • This individual will have the scope to be an activist on the E & S.

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The ideal candidate will ideally have the following skills:

  • University degree in business administration or equivalent

  • Proven experience in proxy voting, engagement and corporate governance activities of listed companies

  • In particular, it is essential that this individual has strong knowledge of 'Corporate Governance' as they can learn 'E' and 'S' over time

  • This individual will be familiar with the proxy voting process (i.e. understanding what goes into an annual report, shareholder returns, how a company is run, the content of AGMs etc.).

  • Experience in team management

  • Fluent English is a necessity, and French would be preferable. Otherwise a desire to learn French fluently over time.

  • A good command of German would be desirable but not essential.

  • ESG integration experience would be helpful.

  • Ideally familiar with the Swiss equity market, but this is not a necessity.

  • They must have an appreciation for the importance of this role and the potential for influence as a proxy advisor.

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This is a position that allows you to bring your creativity, leadership and passion for sustainability and governance to a committed company and a highly motivated team. You will be an important part of the management team, participating in the development and evolution of the firm.

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If you are independent, resilient and outspoken with a passion for qualitative ESG analysis and team management experience, this is the job for you!

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This would suit someone who is motivated to influence and change corporates, convince at AGMs, and work towards benefiting their investment clients.