MSIM- Sustainable Investing- Quant Anlayst

Morgan Stanley • New York, NY

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

Morgan Stanley Investment Management (MSIM) is seeking a Quantitative Analyst to support various investment teams' ESG data, analytics, and reporting needs. This role is crucial for positioning the firm as a leader in sustainable investing. The ESG data landscape is rapidly evolving, making ESG data and analytics essential for client acquisition and retention in investment management. The successful candidate will have a passion for sustainability and investment, expertise in data analysis, and a commitment to client service. This is a fast-paced role requiring the ability to manage multiple stakeholder requests and competing priorities, manipulate large datasets, identify data quality issues, and troubleshoot. The Quantitative Analyst will report to a Product Manager on the Sustainability Data & Technology team and collaborate with global Data, Technology, Investment, Operations, Legal, and Compliance teams.

Requirements

• Analytical mindset; an entrepreneurial, collaborative disposition; and a commitment to advancing social and environmental outcomes.
• 0-3 years of relevant analytical experience.
• Strong coding and programming skills (e.g. Python, SQL).
• Expert in using MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) with exceptionally strong Excel skills: ability to manipulate large datasets with v-look ups, pivot tables, macros, etc.
• Strong data science and data visualization skills.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and follow-through.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines.
• Strong academic credentials and/or professional experience in investment management or data analysis.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written).
• Minimum bachelor’s degree, ideally in a quantitative discipline.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with sustainability data broadly and ESG metrics, understanding how sustainability metrics are calculated, how underlying data is gathered, which data points are relevant in various contexts.
• Experience working closely with datasets and/or providers, conducting ESG investment analysis using relevant data and frameworks or having deep knowledge of ESG reporting conventions and emerging standards gained in an audit and reporting capacity.

Responsibilities

• Partner with ESG Product Owners, Portfolio Specialists, Technology and Investment teams to support ESG specific data and technology needs across various asset classes.
• Support execution and project management of innovative sustainable investing analytics, including portfolio and security-level dashboards, ESG reports, and relevant ESG data visualization tools.
• Assist with visualization and quality assurance of data, presentation, and other materials for a diverse set of partners, clients, and senior decision makers.
• Act as an internal expert in ESG vendor data; developing a deep understanding of vendor methodologies.
• Respond to various internal & external ESG data needs and queries such as client queries, external surveys, and investment team data requests.

Benefits

• Ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.
• Attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry.
• Support for employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level