ESG Data & Reporting Senior Associate

Location: City of Westminster

Overview of the Role The Senior Associate, ESG Data & Analytics is responsible for supporting the development of private markets and real assets ESG/sustainability reporting and analytic capabilities, translating requirements for technology product development, and supporting integration of analysis into investment processes and research tools.

Key responsibilities

Responsible for using investment-level ESG data to generate key performance indicators and other fund-level metrics required for regulatory or voluntary reporting frameworks

Work with technology partners to develop requirements for calculation automations and supports user acceptance testing (UAT)
Work with RI, Tech and Investment team colleagues to improve and develop data strategy and governance.

Ensure robust process for calculation, input, and review of quantitative ESG metrics across disclosures and investment analysis

Work with the RI, RFP and client service teams to respond to client requests for bespoke and standardized ESG reporting and data Develop subject matter expertise on ESG data, tools, and analytics and familiarity with sources/vendors, data complexities, methodological considerations and disclosure frameworks

Support in the development and streamlining of feedback loops (e.g. dashboards) to provide insights to investment team colleagues

Develop subject matter expertise on existing and forthcoming regulatory and voluntary ESG reporting requirements and on best practice private market ESG data analytics

Qualification s & Experience Required Strong analytical and quantitative skills with high proficiency in excel

Experience with ESG data and fund level ESG metric calculations e.g. carbon footprint, carbon intensity, climate risk exposures, resource usage/performance

Familiarity with ESG reporting frameworks e.g. SFDR, EET , TCFD, GRESB, UNPRI and ESG data sourcing and tools for private markets

Experience in data science, coding (Python, SQL ) and/or data visualization tools such as PowerBI or Tableau a plus Competencies Required Strong knowledge of and interest in ESG integration, sustainable investments, climate and nature transition

Solid understanding of investment concepts across asset classes and funds

Proven track record of working across a range of stakeholders

Ability to work creatively and independently

Strong analytical and project management skills

Flexibility to adapt to business and client requirements as they emerge

Additional Information This role requires no regulatory designation .Nuveen is committed to providing equal opportunity across all employment practices and we believe our employees have a right to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Nuveen offers support for those who need assistance with our online application process to provide an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities.

Related Skills Adaptability, Capital Markets, Collaboration, Continuous Improvement Mindset, Data-Based Decision Making, Environmental/Sustainability Acumen, Executive Presence, Influence, Market/Industry Dynamics, Responsible Investing, Stakeholder Engagement, Story Telling_____________________________________________________________________________________________________Company Overview Nuveen is a global investment leader, managing public and private assets for clients around the world and on behalf of TIAA, our parent company and one of the world’s largest institutional investors. We invest in the growth of businesses, real estate, infrastructure and natural capital, providing clients with the reliability, access and foresight unique to our heritage.

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