Job Summary

Responsible for supporting the Sustainability Strategy team.

Job Description

What is the Opportunity?

Research Associate, Sustainability Strategy

What will you do? 

Assist in the development and maintenance of global sustainability (ESG) and macro research including topics such as sustainable investing themes, the sustainable investment landscape, sustainable finance / climate policy, proxy season/stewardship, among other topics

Coordinate, generate and maintain research reports, presentations and databasesCollaborate with other fundamental equity teams and macro teamsProvide research support to analyst as requiredDevelop an expertise in Sustainability strategySupport and answer client queriesProactively identify operational risks/control deficiencies in the businessReview and comply with Firm Policies applicable to your business activitiesEscalate operational risk loss events, control deficiencies and risks that you identify to your line manager and the relevant risk and control functions promptlyRegular interaction with clientsSupporting Senior AnalystKey relationships: Internal clients including sales and trading, External clients as required

What do you need to succeed?

Basic Qualifications:

Undergraduate degree or similar qualification with a focus on Business, Mathematics or other quantitative fieldsLicensing Requirements – Series 7, 63, 86 & 87, SIE

Other Required Qualifications:

Previous (1 to 3 years) experience in US capital markets industry within Sustainability Strategy/ESG/Equity Research/Quantitative research or similar role is ideal but other relevant experience will also be consideredExcellent writing and communications skillsStrong PC skills specifically in Microsoft Office applications including Excel and PowerpointPrevious experience with ESG ratings / data providers / standards is ideal.Previous experience with market data applications such as Bloomberg, Capital IQ/Clarifi, Morningstar is ideal but those with a demonstrated ability to learn these platforms will also be consideredSuperior customer service focus and attitude for internal and external clientsAbility to perform under pressure and meet time sensitive deadlines,  sometimes for extended periods of timeCommitment to task and an attention to detailAbility to prioritize work and multi-task responsibilitiesSelf starter - must be organized and able to work independentlyGood interpersonal skills and the ability to work and coordinate effectively within a team environment

What’s in it for you?

The good-faith expected salary range for the above position is $100,000 - $160,000 depending on factors including but not limited to the candidate’s experience, skills, registration status; market conditions; and business needs.  This salary range does not include other elements of total compensation, including a discretionary bonus and benefits such as a 401(k) program with company-matching contributions; health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; and paid time-off plan.

RBC’s compensation philosophy and principles recognize the importance of a highly qualified global workforce and plays a critical role in attracting, engaging and retaining talent that:

Drives RBC’s high-performance culture

Enables collective achievement of our strategic goals

Generates sustainable shareholder returns and above market shareholder value

Job Skills

Additional Job Details

Address:

BROOKFIELD PLACE FKA 3 WORLD FINANCIAL CENTER, 200 VESEY STREET:NEW YORK

City:

New York

Country:

United States of America

Work hours/week:

40

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

CAPITAL MARKETS

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2024-11-26

Application Deadline:

2025-01-06

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

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