At a Glance
- Tasks: Join the EMEA Sustainability Research team to analyse ESG data and trends.
- Company: UBS, a global leader in wealth management and investment banking.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, work with experts, and develop your research skills.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for growth and collaboration in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in sustainability while shaping investment decisions.
- Qualifications: Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and interest in ESG issues.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
Your role
Are you interested in sustainability?
Do you enjoy analysing data and trends?
Are you flexible, willing to jump in and help where needed?
We’re looking for someone to join the EMEA Sustainability Research team, sitting at the heart of UBS Global Research.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to differentiated, investment-focused ESG research, working closely with sector analysts across regions to help shape insights that inform investment decisions.
In this role, you will
- Support the broader ESG team with company- and industry-specific analysis, working closely with sector teams and analysts across the global research platform.
- Track ESG thematics and regulatory developments, helping to translate emerging trends into investment‑relevant insights.
- Assist in leveraging UBS Evidence Lab and other data sources to produce differentiated, actionable ideas.
- Contribute to the drafting of research reports and written content on a regular basis.
- Conduct ESG factor and issue analysis and help translate this into clear, investment‑relevant conclusions.
- Explore ESG and financial datasets to identify risks, trends and investment implications.
- Help organise non‑traditional research activities (e. g. expert calls, conferences), and support the maintenance of team processes and systems.
This role offers a steep learning curve, broad exposure across sectors and themes, and the opportunity to develop into a contributor to high‑impact research over time.
- Job Type : Full Time
- Your expertise
- Strong analytical skills and a high level of comfort working with large datasets, combined with excellent attention to detail.
- The ability to digest large volumes of information and identify what is most relevant and impactful.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to explain complex topics clearly and concisely.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel and Power Point skills, along with strong data visualisation capabilities; knowledge of Python is an advantage.
- A genuine interest in research, analysis and financial markets, ideally with some exposure to financial services or related fields.
- An interest in sustainability and ESG issues; prior expertise is helpful but not essential.
- A proactive, self‑starting mindset, with the ability to manage tasks effectively and deliver high‑quality work to deadline.
- Strong interest in and familiarity with AI tools and applications, with the ability to use tools to enhance research efficiency, generate insights and synthesise information effectively.
- Strong collaboration skills and a willingness to contribute to a team‑oriented environment.
- Curiosity to explore how AI can improve workflow building, delivery and optimisation, validating outputs and aligning with policies, risk standards, and ethical use.
About Us
UBS is a leading and truly global wealth manager and the leading universal bank in Switzerland.
We also provide diversified asset management solutions and focused investment banking capabilities.
Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, UBS is present in more than 50 markets across the globe.
Equal Opportunity Statement
UBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.
We’re committed to disability inclusion and, if you need reasonable accommodation/adjustments throughout our recruitment process, you can always contact us.
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