Sustainability and Climate Onboarding Associate at MSCI

Makati, Metro Manila, Philippines -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Client Engagement Management, Sustainability, Climate Investing, Data Delivery Platforms, Communication Skills, Time Management, Teamwork, Collaboration, Process Improvement, Technical Analysis, Risk Management, Solution Documentation, Organizational Skills, Detail-Oriented, Fast Learner

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Your Team Responsibilities We are seeking to expand our Client Coverage Team with a commercially driven and motivated individual with a project manager mindset and keen interest in environmental, social and governance Sustainability & Climate investing. MSCI Sustainability & Climate Research is a fast-growing business and our clients span through some of the world's largest banks, hedge funds, pension funds and asset managers. In this exciting and dynamic environment, Onboarding Associates work directly with clients across all market segments. The Onboarding Associate will work together with internal teams and the client from deal close and onboarding kick off: managing all logistical aspects of data requirements and delivery. Being organized and open in communication during the onboarding project is key. The role requires project management skills both in overseeing an onboarding process (with internal stakeholders and client), whilst leading internal projects for onboarding efficiencies. The Onboarding Associate will specialize in competencies such as understanding and being able to advise on data delivery platforms and workflows around it, will be required to have knowledge of the data services and offerings. As a specialist, the Onboarding Manager will work on several projects simultaneously, along with Sustainability & Climate Consultants and Sales – ultimately dedicated to the clients. Your Key Responsibilities Establish a comprehensive standardized and repeatable process for Sustainability & Climate onboardings & measure methodology adoption and efficiency metrics, and continuously identify process improvement and automation opportunities Take full responsibility and accountability for managing client onboarding projects from initiation to seamless transition into operational service Prepare and present clear and detailed project plans and solution definitions that comprise all deliverables. Follow onboarding best practices, and create a predictable and frictionless client experience during the project Understand, analyze and consult with Technical teams on technical aspects of the client workflow to define the solution and success criteria, establish and manage reasonable expectations both internally and externally. Organize resources required and establish milestones and timeframes internally and with clients once established. Coordinate internal and external resources & effort on planned tasks, and ensure path to green Communicate project status/issues via appropriate media at agreed frequency with all internal and external stakeholders. Identify and communicate risk factors early and follow through on actions/deliverables to ensure project completion Prepare internal and client project deliverables during transition to operational service, including solution & process documentation Your skills and experience that will help you excel Minimum 2 years of experience in Project Management, utilizing business and organizational skills Minimum 2 years of experience with Client engagement management – Client facing, with demonstrable success, ideally in the financial services industry. Bachelor’s Degree in a financial or related major is required. Fluency in written and spoken English is a must, demonstrating superior communication and time management skills Knowledge in Sustainability & Climate, and the regulatory landscape a plus Knowledge of and experience with a variety of data platforms and software Demonstrable team-work and collaboration experience a must Project management certificate beneficial (PMP, including Agile techniques e.g. Agile Certification) Self-reliant, detail-oriented and a fast learner About MSCI What we offer you Transparent compensation schemes and comprehensive employee benefits, tailored to your location, ensuring your financial security, health, and overall wellbeing. Flexible working arrangements, advanced technology, and collaborative workspaces. A culture of high performance and innovation where we experiment with new ideas and take responsibility for achieving results. A global network of talented colleagues, who inspire, support, and share their expertise to innovate and deliver for our clients. Global Orientation program to kickstart your journey, followed by access to our Learning@MSCI platform, LinkedIn Learning Pro and tailored learning opportunities for ongoing skills development. Multi-directional career paths that offer professional growth and development through new challenges, internal mobility and expanded roles. We actively nurture an environment that builds a sense of inclusion belonging and connection, including eight Employee Resource Groups. All Abilities, Asian Support Network, Black Leadership Network, Climate Action Network, Hola! MSCI, Pride & Allies, Women in Tech, and Women’s Leadership Forum. At MSCI we are passionate about what we do, and we are inspired by our purpose – to power better investment decisions. You’ll be part of an industry-leading network of creative, curious, and entrepreneurial pioneers. This is a space where you can challenge yourself, set new standards and perform beyond expectations for yourself, our clients, and our industry. 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. MSCI Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected parental leave), veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. MSCI is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please email Disability.Assistance@msci.com and indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Please note, this e-mail is intended only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation; it is not intended for other inquiries. To all recruitment agencies MSCI does not accept unsolicited CVs/Resumes. Please do not forward CVs/Resumes to any MSCI employee, location, or website. MSCI is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs/Resumes. Note on recruitment scams We are aware of recruitment scams where fraudsters impersonating MSCI personnel may try and elicit personal information from job seekers. Read our full note on careers.msci.com

Responsibilities

The Onboarding Associate will manage client onboarding projects from initiation to operational service, ensuring a seamless transition. They will also establish standardized processes for onboarding and identify opportunities for improvement and automation.