Manager

Job Title: Associate Manager/Manager – ESG data Content, Morningstar Sustainalytics

Shift : General

Location: Vashi, Navi Mumbai

About Morningstar Sustainalytics:

Morningstar is a leading provider of independent investment research in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. We offer a wide variety of products and solutions that serve market participants of all kinds, including individual and institutional investors in public and private capital markets, financial advisors, asset managers, retirement plan providers and sponsors, and issuers of securities.

Business Unit: Sustainalytics provides high-quality, analytical environmental, social and governance (ESG) research, ratings and data to institutional investors and companies that help them identify, understand and manage ESG-driven risks and opportunities. Our mission is to provide the insights required to make more informed decisions that lead to a more just and sustainable global economy.

Team: The ESG Data Research team, part of ESG Data, research listed and private companies to collect Activity-based data, ESG Incidents, ESG Metrics, and Management Indicators that power Sustainalytics’ ESG Risk Rating, Low Carbon Transition Rating, Climate, and Impact ratings and data products.

The Content Team, part of ESG Data Research, will consist of approx. 10 dedicated content experts focused on interpreting and incorporating regulatory developments on research guidance in data research, monitoring research outcomes, representing the ESG Data team in content-led internal and external discussions, identifying opportunities for quality enhancements, and creating training solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Track developments in sustainable environmental and social activities, including current and emerging thematic trends, drivers, key players, best practices, the regulatory landscape, etc.
• Develop, monitor, and report on KPIs for the ESG data Content team.
• Develop expertise in research methodologies, ensure that these are appropriately translated into data research requirements for the ESG data teams.
• Represent the data research teams in discussions with the research and methodology team in cases of escalations from them. Communicate the data research perspective and rationale and seek to resolve any issues or conflicts in a timely and professional manner.
• Oversee and contribute to the ongoing development and implementation of the research guidance documents and liaise with the Research & Methodology representatives to ensure the guidance documents are up to date.
• Plan and organize training and development programs for ESG data research teams, to equip them with necessary skills and knowledge to perform their tasks effectively and efficiently.​
• Coordinate with ESG data teams’ leadership team, including activities, metrics and indicators teams as well as Quality assurance and automation support (QAAS) team to understand and identify any challenges with respect to application of research guidance for ESG data collection.
• Analyse the output of the internal quality checks to assess its effectiveness. Provide feedback and suggestions to improve the guidance quality and clarity.​
• Ensure regular guidance clinics are organized for the data research teams, to address queries or doubts regarding the research guidance, concepts, methodologies, or tools.
• Assist the data research teams in resolving corner cases or anomalies in ESG data research. Apply consistent and logical criteria and document the decision process and outcome.
• Provide service/support to the Client Relations and Product teams in answering client inquiries. Analyse external client defects and suggest improvements for QA/QC and process improvements.
• Oversee and support the Issuer Relations team in providing high quality responses towards issuers queries.
• Manage the performance review process, alongside talent development and talent management.

Qualifications:

• 8-14 years of relevant experience, preferably in sustainability / ESG research domain.
• Degree(s) in business, sustainability, or engineering, preferably in the Sustainability domain.
• Knowledge of international and regional ESG reporting frameworks and regulations.
• Experience in leading a team, preferably.
• Credentials like SCR (GARP), FSA (SASB), ESG investing (CFA) preferable.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and writing skills.
• Strong research skills and ability to synthesize external data and insights.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Passion for sustainability and demonstrated interest in sustainable finance.
• Client-oriented mindset with an innovative and entrepreneurial approach.
• Strong work ethic and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Morningstar’s hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to work remotely and collaborate in-person each week. We’ve found that we’re at our best when we’re purposely together on a regular basis, at least three days each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are, you’ll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.