Analyst/Associate, Sustainable Investment Strategy Analyst

Location:

Singapore, SG

Job Function: Sustainability Office

Job Type: Permanent

GIC is one of the world’s largest sovereign wealth funds. With over 2,000 employees across 11 locations around the world, we invest in more than 40 countries globally across asset classes and businesses. Working at GIC gives you exposure to an extraordinary network of the world’s industry leaders. As a leading global long-term investor, we work at the Point of Impact for Singapore’s financial future, and the communities we invest in worldwide.

Sustainability Office (SO)
The Sustainability Office is a centre of excellence for sustainable investing practices that drives GIC’s focus on this area as an enterprise priority. The Office is responsible for (i) partnering with GIC’s investment teams to integrate sustainability-related considerations in the investment process through the co-development of methodologies, tools, and frameworks, (ii) conducting industry-leading sustainability research that informs the firm’s view on financial materiality and direction on sustainability-themed investing, (iii) defining GIC’s public stance on sustainable investing and the metrics used to measure the sustainability performance of the portfolio, and (iv) providing trusted advice to GIC’s clients to support their sustainable investing strategy. These responsibilities are executed in close collaboration with asset class department-level sustainability experts, and with middle office and corporate services leaders.

What will you do as an Analyst/Associate, Sustainable Investment Strategy Analyst?

• Conduct fundamental research and analysis on sector, market and technology trends to identify sustainability alpha opportunities at the right scale.
• Support the development of frameworks and methodologies for sustainable investment strategy design and implementation.
• Collaborate with investment teams to tailor sustainable investment strategies for different asset classes with the objective to improve risk-adjusted returns and uncover value creation opportunities.
• Evaluate company transition plans and country-sector transition pathways to inform transition investment and engagement strategies.
• Systematically landscape and compare sustainable investment strategies and methodologies in the industry and at peer institutions through desktop research and primary interviews.
• Support internal initiatives on sustainability integration and climate risks and opportunities for portfolio companies (e.g. Negative Screening, Active Engagement, Proxy Voting).
• Develop and manage internal databases to measure, track and categorise sustainable investment trends and resources.
• Provide support on ad hoc research, duties and projects as needed.

What qualifications or skills should you possess in this role?

• Bachelor’s degree or above; preferred background in Finance, Economics, Sustainability/Climate or related fields.
• 1-4 years of professional experience in the financial industry and/or sustainability-related roles.
• Excellent quantitative and analytical skills, with a proven track record of conducting structured, rigorous, and insightful sustainable investment research.
• Strong financial analysis and corporate valuation experience, familiarity with investment approaches for one (or more) asset classes.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to distill complex technical concepts into clear, concise investment insights. Experience in presenting to diverse audiences is a plus.
• Self-starter with project management experience and ability to independently coordinate multiple stakeholders to drive results against project timelines.
• Data analytics and statistical modelling skills preferred but not required.

Work at the Point of Impact

We need to be forward-looking to attract the right people to help us become the Leading Global Long-term Investor. Join our ambitious, agile, and diverse teams - be empowered to push boundaries and pursue innovative ideas, share your views, and be heard. Be anchored on our PRIME Values: Prudence, Respect, Integrity, Merit and Excellence, which guides us in how we make our day-to-day decisions. We strive to inspire. To make an impact.

Flexibility at GIC

At GIC, our offices are vibrant hubs for ideation, professional growth, and interpersonal connection. At the same time, we believe that flexibility allows us to do our best work and be our best selves. Thus, our teams come into the office four days per week to harness the benefits of in-person collaboration, but have the flexibility to choose which days they work from home and adjust this arrangement as situational needs arise.

GIC is an equal opportunity employer

GIC is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Learn more about our Sustainability Office Department here:

Sustainability Office