ESG Specialist - Impact Measurement and Management

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Job description

Req ID: 45487 Location: LDO Other location(s): Los Angeles (CA); Irvine (CA); New York (NY)"I can be myself at work."You define yourself by more than just a job title, and we want you to feel comfortable bringing your true self to work. We value your talents, your traditions and your take on the world everything that makes you unique. We're working hard to advance diversity, equity and inclusion in our organization and our communities because we know that what makes us different makes us better.We want you to feel a strong sense of belonging. We value and welcome your experiences, ideas and identity. Over 40 employee resource groups unite our people and help to develop our collective empathy through unfiltered conversations about race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, faith, disabilities, mental health and so much more."I can influence my income."You want to feel recognized at work. Your performance will be reviewed annually, and your compensation will be designed to motivate and reward the value that you provide. You'll receive a competitive salary, bonuses and benefits. Your company-funded retirement contribution will be the equivalent of 15% of your annual pay (including bonuses)."I can lead a full life."You bring unique goals and interests to your job and your life. Whether you're raising a family, you're passionate about where you volunteer, or you want to explore different career paths, we'll give you the resources that can set you up for success. Enjoy generous time-away and health benefits from day one, with the opportunity for flexible work options Receive 2-for-1 matching gifts for your charitable contributions and the opportunity to secure annual grants for the organizations you love Access on-demand professional development resources that allow you to hone existing skills and learn new ones COVID-19 HIRING: Our recruiting and onboarding activities are virtual during the pandemic and we've transitioned to a work-from-home environment until further notice. We are offering generous work-from-home benefits to improve our associate's ability to work remotely. ESG at Capital Group Since our founding in 1931, Capital Group has placed an emphasis on deep research often including close relationships with the companies in our portfolios. Our investors study the companies themselves, as well as the industries and the economic environment in which they operate. In order to find the best investments, we must understand the detailed operating aspects of each company as well as the external issues such as social forces, politics, and economics that can affect its prospects. Our fundamental research is better thanks to access to corporate officers. That, combined with our macroeconomic and policy analysis, enable us to identify enduring investment opportunities which can grow across multiple market cycles. The core of our expertise is our ability to identify and support sustainable growth.Investors around the world are increasingly focused on ESG as part of their investment philosophy, and Capital Group recognizes a unique opportunity to deepen the integration of ESG perspectives into our fundamental research. Our strategy is to systematically incorporate ESG information and research tools into the investment process, consistently communicate to clients our ESG perspectives, and to enable delivery of ESG as a product. Over time, we will increase our voice in the industry with thought leadership on ESG processes, investment approaches and methods for investing sustainably.ESG Impact Measurement and Management has an important role within Capital Group's ESG team, itself an area of strategic focus for the firm. The goal is to develop fund-level impact measurement, clearly showing the outcomes that the companies we invest in are having on key stakeholders. We are looking for individuals with the capability to develop market leading and multi-dimensional fund reporting, showing thematic alignment, case studies, and incorporating clear KPIs that can be monitored over time. Working with stakeholders across the business will be a key aspect, from investment teams to distribution, developing and delivering compelling impact measurement that meets internal, client and regulatory needs. It is expected that you will also be committed to the impact measurement and reporting's ongoing evolution as a nascent but strategically important area for the industry. "I can succeed as an ESG Specialist at Capital Group" You will take a lead role in developing and delivering fund impact measurement and reporting with a strong narrative around impact and thematic alignment. You will engage with our investment teams as they articulate theses for stock holdings, sourcing and establishing relevant and measurable impact KPIs that can be tracked over time You'll develop narratives that demonstrate thematic and SDG alignment in a fund process Taking a lead role developing and executing ESG impact reporting, you'll work with senior members of our investment teams on assessing and monitoring impact across portfolios. You'll partner with investment operations and technology teams and other internal stakeholders to ensure reports are as scalable as possible, and meet regulatory and compliance needs You'll build internal fluency on our ESG impact measurement and monitoring, collaborating with distribution leadership and investment directors to ensure that client needs are being met Becoming a key internal expert on impact measurement and reporting, you'll drive ongoing improvement in these areas. You'll work with external groups to ensure our work on impact and fund level ESG reporting continues to evolve in line with best practice. "I am the person Capital Group is looking for." You are familiar with ESG reporting standards and impact management frameworks, and knowledgeable of developments in ESG regulations Your interest in and understanding of sustainable and impact investing, and the competitor landscape, have developed an awareness of the needs and expectations of internal and external clients in these areas You work confidently with quantitative ESG data and corporate disclosure information, leveraging your skills creatively to find and establish narratives You have a well-developed ability to deliver projects to time and in collaboration with multiple stakeholders. You are action oriented, showing initiative to explore and recommend pragmatic solutions to issues you identify, embracing accountability and driving for results You have an intellectual curiosity, self-awareness and a nimble approach to learning, with a track record of applying your analytical skills in areas of high complexity. You can demonstrate an ability to gain business insight and develop strategy while maintaining a customer focus You enjoy building internal networks and collaborate effectively, utilizing your strong and influential written and oral communication skills when interacting with a diverse group of associates, senior business leaders and the Investment Group. "I can apply in less than 4 minutes."You've reviewed this job posting and you're ready to start the candidate journey with us. Apply now to move to the next step in our recruiting process. If this role isn't what you're looking for, check out our other opportunities and join our talent community."I can learn more about Capital Group." At Capital Group, the success of the people who invest with us depends on the people in whom we invest. That's why we offer a culture, compensation and opportunities that empower our associates to build successful and prosperous careers. Through nine decades, our goal has been to improve people's lives through successful investing. We know that our history is a testament to the strength of the people we hire. More than 7,800 associates in 30+ offices around the world help our clients and each other grow and thrive every day. Find us on LinkedIn, Glassdoor, FairyGodBoss, DiversityJobs and Instagram.We are an equal opportunity employer, which means we comply with all federal, state and local laws that prohibit discrimination when making all decisions about employment. 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