ESG Research Analyst

RepRisk AG is seeking an ESG Research Analyst to analyze and enter risk incidents related to environmental, social, and governance issues into their platform. The role requires strong analytical and writing skills, a Bachelor's degree, and offers a collaborative work environment with flexible working options, including up to 3 days of remote work per week. The position supports transparency in corporate behavior and aims to drive positive change through data.
Company Description

About Us

RepRisk is a rapidly growing global company and a pioneer in the ESG data science field. Our goal is to make the world a better place by creating transparency in the business world – we are driving positive change via the power of data. We combine AI and machine learning with human intelligence to analyze public information and identify environmental, social, and governance (ESG) risks. We serve as a reality check for how companies conduct their business around the world – do they walk their talk when it comes to human rights, labor standards, corruption, and environmental issues?

We Offer
• A diverse, multicultural, collaborative and dynamic work environment in our fast-paced, mission-driven company.
• Our working conditions support a good work-life balance. This includes the opportunity to work flexibly and from home (up to 3 days per week possible).
• You will have market based compensation, benefits and perks in line with our culture and values.
• Paid volunteering and training days, plus a donation matching program and a health and fitness subsidy.
• Frequent (optional) social events: From office parties to cultural potlucks or team sports - and much more!
• At RepRisk we respect the different needs and life experiences of our colleagues and we value diversity. Equal opportunities and equal treatment are a top priority.
• And more!

Job Description

About You

Are you looking to combine your strong analytical mind, multilingual skills, and professional attitude with a meaningful job in the growing ESG market? Did you wonder what it would be like to work at a company where your contribution has a real, measurable impact? Do you undertake your work with a high attention to detail? Are you a good team player, receptive to feedback, and open to interacting with a diverse group of people? Are you ready to go out of your comfort zone and accept new challenges?

If your answers are YES and you would love to contribute to our mission of providing more transparency to corporate behavior– then this is the perfect role for you!

Your Responsibilities

As an ESG Research Analyst, you will play a crucial role in supporting RepRisk's growth and global reach by analyzing and entering risk incidents from NGOs, the internet, print and other media into the RepRisk ESG Risk Platform. RepRisk facilitates the identification and assessment of environmental, social and corporate governance issues which may present financial, reputational and ethical risks. It is used by investment professionals, financial institutions, supply chain managers, multinational corporations and compliance managers. The RepRisk ESG Risk Platform plays an integral role in increasing transparency and ensuring compliance with internal and international standards, thereby helping reduce risk exposure.
• Identifying and assessing risk incidents related to environmental, social and corporate governance issues
• Entering newly criticized companies, projects, etc. into the RepRisk® database 
• Summarizing and evaluating the incident according to our proprietary methodology 

Qualifications

You Bring
• Excellent English writing skills, including strong analysis and editorial skills.
• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree. A background in journalism, international relations, environmental, social, or media sciences is a plus
• A strong interest in environmental, social, and/or corporate governance issues.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.