Work at the Intersection of Environment, Social & Governance(ESG)

For those of you with an eye on socially responsible investing and sustainability, Wellington Management Company, LLP, one of the worlds largest independent investment management firms is hiring into their Business Associate Program and looking for graduates with an interest in their investment management area on their Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Team.

Investment Management – Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Team
The ESG Team helps their portfolio managers and investment teams better assess environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) risks and opportunities in portfolios across the firm. At Wellington Management, they have integrated the analysis of ESG factors into their investment and risk-management processes firm wide.  The role of the Business Associate is to support and enhance the research, analytics, and company management engagement efforts currently carried out by the ESG Team. The core responsibilities include researching portfolio companies for ESG risks and opportunities and meeting with portfolio management teams to discuss relevant analysis. Their team is also responsible for developing bespoke tailored solutions for various asset classes on ESG integration. As Business Associate, you will also work on a wide range of business-related activities including client reporting and communications and external ESG research provider interactions. Other responsibilities include supporting their firms proxy voting efforts and coordinating and participating in company management meetings. The role is well-suited for someone who is interested in both ESG issues and the investment decision-making process.

Sound exciting, then check it out on MOJO. Application deadline is 22 October 2014 9:00AM EDT.

Please join them for an Open House at their Boston office on Wednesday, October 15, 5:00 pm  7:00 pm to learn more about the program. If you are interested in attending please email undergradrecruiting[at]wellington.com.

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