Senior Stewardship Analyst

Purpose of the role

The Senior Stewardship Analyst reports to the Head of Stewardship and is part of the Stewardship Team, which in turn is part of Man Group’s Responsible Investment Group. The Stewardship Team focuses on implementing stewardship strategies, including proxy voting and engagement, across Man Group’s investment opportunities.

Specific responsibilities

Specific responsibilities include:

• Proxy voting: Monitoring day-to-day operations with our proxy voting research provider, reviewing and challenging proxy voting activities, and collaborating with the stewardship team to conduct additional analysis of research received from third-party providers
• Engagement: Collaborating with portfolio managers and other investors to achieve tangible results at portfolio companies; utilizing company disclosures, third-party research, and other available resources to conduct non-financial analysis and identify areas for improvement regarding ESG metrics and standards across all industries
• Reporting and policy updates: Overseeing the handling of engagement and proxy voting-related inquiries in due diligence questionnaires or information requests; reviewing and updating policies and procedures

Technical skills

The required technical skills include:

• Degree in finance, economics, law, or another relevant field
• Professional qualifications in finance or ESG, such as IMC, CFA Level 1, CFA, or an equivalent qualification (preferred)
• Coverage of a range of sectors and geographic areas
• Practical knowledge of stewardship and shareholder rights and responsibilities
• Strong skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office, preferably Excel
• A dedicated and independent approach
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, quickly and proactively
• Written communication and interpersonal skills
• Digital literacy

We offer

We offer a work environment that promotes equal opportunity. Your unique perspective will contribute to our success as you join a workplace where innovation and collaboration are embedded in our culture and values. Through our internal and external initiatives, partnerships, and programs, you’ll find opportunities to grow, develop your skills, and foster an inclusive environment for everyone in our company and our industry. Our comprehensive benefits include:

• Pension plans subject to and not subject to contributions/CVAs
• Long-term disability coverage, group health insurance, improved parental leave, and long-term service
• Depending on your location, you may also be eligible for additional benefits such as private health insurance, discounted gym memberships, and more