Job Description Purpose of the role To generate returns, manage risk, and ensure the portfolio’s financial stability and long-term success. Accountabilities Allocation and monitoring of securities within a portfolio, aligned to the banks risk tolerance to framework and changing market conditions, investment objectives and regulatory requirements, utilising specialist software and data analytics tools, to enhance the portfolio management efficiency and effectiveness. Execution of research and analysis on various securities (equity, bond, funds) to identify profitable investment opportunities, aligned to the banks risk tolerance. Communication of the banks investment philosophy, decision making and investment selection to Clients and other key stakeholders such as Relationship Managers and Investment Advisors. Performance monitoring against benchmarks and objectives, analysing risk metrics, and creation of reports for senior colleagues and internal stakeholders. Implementation of risk management strategies to identify, assess, and mitigate potential financial risks associated with the portfolio, such as market fluctuations, credit risk, and liquidity risk. Conducting of simulations to assess the portfolio's resilience to different market scenarios and economic downturns, identification of potential vulnerabilities and informing on risk mitigation strategies, and communicate key findings to senior executives and board members. Monitoring of economic data, industry news, and geopolitical events to anticipate potential impacts on the portfolio and adjust strategies accordingly. Research of emerging asset classes, innovative investment strategies, and alternative investments to potentially enhance portfolio returns. Stakeholder management of investment banks, market makers, and other external partners as needed for portfolio transactions and information gathering. Assistant Vice President Expectations To advise and influence decision making, contribute to policy development and take responsibility for operational effectiveness. Collaborate closely with other functions/ business divisions. Lead a team performing complex tasks, using well developed professional knowledge and skills to deliver on work that impacts the whole business function. Set objectives and coach employees in pursuit of those objectives, appraisal of performance relative to objectives and determination of reward outcomes If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L – Listen and be authentic, E – Energise and inspire, A – Align across the enterprise, D – Develop others. OR for an individual contributor, they will lead collaborative assignments and guide team members through structured assignments, identify the need for the inclusion of other areas of specialisation to complete assignments. They will identify new directions for assignments and/ or projects, identifying a combination of cross functional methodologies or practices to meet required outcomes. Consult on complex issues; providing advice to People Leaders to support the resolution of escalated issues. Identify ways to mitigate risk and developing new policies/procedures in support of the control and governance agenda. Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work done. Perform work that is closely related to that of other areas, which requires understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function. Collaborate with other areas of work, for business aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategy. Engage in complex analysis of data from multiple sources of information, internal and external sources such as procedures and practises (in other areas, teams, companies, etc).to solve problems creatively and effectively. Communicate complex information. 'Complex' information could include sensitive information or information that is difficult to communicate because of its content or its audience. Influence or convince stakeholders to achieve outcomes. All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship – our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset – to Empower, Challenge and Drive – the operating manual for how we behave. Specialist Investment Management – ESG Analyst | Barclays | London In a world of climate change, resource scarcity, and growing scrutiny around how we treat each other as a society, ESG factors are becoming an increasingly important variable in understanding the risks faced by a business, and the quality and resilience of its operations. As an ESG Analyst, you will support portfolio managers across our different discretionary investment strategies (equities, fixed income, multi-asset, sustainable) with carrying out fundamental bottom-up research and analysis of the environmental, social and governance risks and opportunities that our investee companies face. The successful candidate should aspire to be a thought leader in this space, with the ambition to work with portfolio managers and our Responsible Investing team to develop new ways to better understand and assess ESG risk as the space evolves. Key Accountabilities: Equity and fixed income ESG due diligence and analysis, which will be presented to senior portfolio managers, as well as ad-hoc deep dive projects. Process enhancements to improve ESG integration across Discretionary Portfolio Management (DPM). Monitoring of economic data, industry news, and geopolitical events to anticipate potential impacts on the portfolio and adjust strategies accordingly. Allocation and monitoring of securities within a portfolio, aligned to the banks risk tolerance to framework and changing market conditions, investment objectives and regulatory requirements, utilising specialist software and data analytics tools, to enhance the portfolio management efficiency and effectiveness. Execution of research and analysis on various securities (equity, bond, funds) to identify profitable investment opportunities, aligned to the banks risk tolerance. Communication of the banks investment philosophy, decision making and investment selection to Clients and other key stakeholders such as Relationship Managers and Investment Advisors. Performance monitoring against benchmarks and objectives, analysing risk metrics, and creation of reports for senior colleagues and internal stakeholders. Implementation of risk management strategies to identify, assess, and mitigate potential financial risks associated with the portfolio, such as market fluctuations, credit risk, and liquidity risk. Conducting of simulations to assess the portfolio’s resilience to different market scenarios and economic downturns, identification of potential vulnerabilities and informing on risk mitigation strategies and communicate key findings to senior executives and board members. Research of emerging asset classes, innovative investment strategies, and alternative investments to potentially enhance portfolio returns. Stakeholder management of investment banks, market makers, and other external partners as needed for portfolio transactions and information gathering. Working with the Responsible Investing (RI) team to meet UN PRI obligations and defining priority engagement areas. Stakeholder Management and Leadership The role will require presenting ESG analysis and findings to senior portfolio managers across the discretionary portfolio management team, as well as liaising with key stakeholders within the RI team. The role will also require direct communication with the management of investee companies to better understand ESG activities and to acquire missing data. On occasion, the role will involve presenting our ESG approach and findings to clients, who have a particular focus on the space. Decision-making and Problem Solving The ESG Analyst role will be an analytical role requiring an ability to evaluate both quantitative and qualitative information to make better investment decisions. The role will involve assessing the risks or opportunities that ESG factors may have on the long-term financial performance of a company. This may include an assessment of a company’s culture and its ability to attract talent, or through building financial models that incorporate the negative externalities of a company’s operations. Findings will be presented to senior portfolio managers, who will use the information when selecting investments. Risk and Control Objective Ensure that all activities and duties are carried out in full compliance with regulatory requirements, Enterprise-Wide Risk Management Framework and internal Barclays Policies and Policy Standards. Person Specification The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a passion for investment, and an ability to analyse a company – through both its financial reports and a qualitative assessment of the business. They will also be able to demonstrate an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to innovate and develop new ways of identifying a performance edge through the assessment of ESG factors. They will have a desire to undergo professional trainings and become a leader in this space. Essential Skills/Basic Qualifications: An ability to evaluate both quantitative and qualitative information to inform investment decisions and an understanding of financial accounting and company analysis An ability to assess risks and/or opportunities that ESG factors may have on the long-term financial performance of a company A strong interest in investment management, geopolitical events, economic data and ESG investing An ability to concisely present complex analysis to senior stakeholders Desirable skills/Preferred Qualifications: IMC Qualification / CFA L1 / CFA ESG Qualifications Experience with Bloomberg / MSCI ESG Manager This role is based in London. This role is deemed as a Certified role under the PRA & UK Financial Conduct Authority - Individual Accountabilities Regulations and may require the role holder to hold mandatory regulatory qualifications or the minimum qualifications to meet internal company benchmarks. You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen strategic thinking and digital and technology, as well as job-specific technical skills.