Job Summary
As an Analyst on the the research team, you are the architect behind the standards. You are passionate about both the capital markets and sustainability and bring experience in analyzing ESG issues in the tech sector. You will drive the development of our industry-specific standards encompassed under the Technology & Communications sector through high-quality execution of research, analysis, and market engagement according to the Conceptual Framework and due process outlined in the Rules of Procedure. You enjoy and will actively contribute to the collaborative environment with other research team staff and engage with the Board, which is responsible for the approval of the standards.

You bring subject matter expertise on ESG issues and an understanding of how these issues can impact financial performance of companies in the Technology & Communications sector. You equally have an open mind and curiosity to continually learn and question the status quo. You will assess the financial materiality of ESG information through conducting rigorous research and analysis, managing key market relationships, and obtaining market input from relevant companies and investors, including members of the Advisory Group. For the Technology & Communications sector, you may conduct research and engage with market participants on issues such as the environmental footprint of data centers, data privacy, user freedom of expression, human rights in the supply chain, and employee diversity.

You are a strong believer in our mission and will execute and support organizational projects beyond the scope of standard setting. These activities may include, but are not limited to, developing tools, publications, and resources to aid in the market’s use of the standards and advancement of ESG integration practices across the investment community; analyzing global dynamics related to the use of the standards; and driving market awareness and education of us and the ESG reporting landscape through facilitation or presentation at external engagements. They may also include contributing to and/or leading internal projects to improve research team or cross-departmental processes and best practices.

REPORTS TO: Associate Director of Research

Areas of Responsibility
Our work is fast-paced and, while the primary areas of responsibility are as follows, we value adaptability and a collaborative mindset.

Standards-setting

Drive and implement high-quality developments of our standards, for industries under coverage, to improve the usefulness of the standards for investors and cost-effectiveness of preparation for companies
Establish expertise in the Conceptual Framework and apply the materiality framework and all criteria outlined in the Conceptual Framework to execution of standard-setting activities
Engage with the Board to drive high-quality, focused reviews of the standards and revisions under consideration
Sector Coverage

Establish expertise in key and emerging sustainability topics across the industries under coverage by monitoring industry, market and company news, and engaging with the market to leverage expertise and existing bodies of research and analysis
Monitor external landscape, including developments related to ESG research and corporate and sustainability reporting for industries under coverage, to remain connected to the broader market
Drive market education, awareness, and participation in the standard-setting process through moderating, speaking at, and/or representing SASB at relevant industry conferences, workshops, or events
Market Relations

Engage and facilitate stakeholder dialogues with experts who can inform the standard-setting process, including members of the Advisory Group
Effectively navigate and advance complex stakeholder relations to clarify the standards and standard-setting process
Organizational Projects & Practice Areas

Lead and/or support organization projects and practice areas, including cross- departmental collaborations, that are aligned with research team and organization goals
Advance research team and organization objectives through contributions to improve internal processes, tools, and/or strategy

Qualifications

Analysts are proactive, curious, strategic, collaborative, and highly organized critical thinkers with a growth mindset who are committed to the vision and our values. In addition, Analysts have:

7+ years of capital markets and/or industry experience, with a strong preference for experience in the tech sector
Experience in sustainability or environmental, social & governance (ESG) research preferred
Demonstrated high-quality research and analysis skills, including technical aptitude and the ability to synthesize complex quantitative and qualitative information into clear insights and conclusions
Demonstrated project management experience, including the ability to plan and execute interdepartmental projects with autonomy, manage internal and external stakeholders, and adapt workflow as required
Experience in strategic stakeholder relationship management (investor and corporate stakeholders a plus)
Excellent writing, presentation, and speaking skills across a range of formats and audiences (technical writing experience is a plus)
Collaborative work style with an ability to be effective both as an individual contributor and project manager in an entrepreneurial fast-paced environment
Ability to bring big-picture thinking and equally execute with high attention to detail
Undergraduate degree (BA or BS) required
Advanced degree in a relevant field strongly preferred (e.g., MBA, MS in Engineering or Finance, CFA, or CPA)
Proficiency using Bloomberg Terminal, Thomson Reuters Eikon, or other financial data and analytics platforms is a plus
Deep commitment to our mission