Analyst, ESG Research and Policy

About the Organisation

Established in 2001, ACSI exists to provide a strong voice on financially material environmental, social and governance issues. Their members include Australian and international asset owners and institutional investors with more than $1.9 trillion in funds under management.

ACSI supports members in exercising active ownership which enhances the long-term value of retirement savings entrusted to them to manage. ACSI members can achieve value for their beneficiaries through genuine and permanent improvements to the sustainability practices of the companies in which they invest.

They have three core areas of focus, research, company engagement and public policy advocacy. These key focus areas are described further in our what we do section of the ACSI website ( https://acsi.org.au/).

About the Role

This position is responsible for supporting ACSI’s long-term goal of achieving measurable improvements in the corporate governance practices of the companies in which their members invest. As part of ACSI’s growing team, the Analyst, Policy and Research will contribute to our policy and research work.

ACSI operates a hybrid office model and staff typically work 50 per cent of their time in the office. Other flexible arrangements can be discussed with suitable candidates.

Key Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Monitoring key international and local policy developments, inquiries and reports that relate to ACSI’s work, providing briefings for ACSI management and members
• Support the coordination and execution of ACSI’s research program across the team with effective project planning and project management
• Draft research briefs, policy submissions, governance papers and member communication materials on key policy issues.
• Develop briefing materials for engagement with policy makers.
• Contribute to thematic research projects through effective peer review
• Support other areas of ACSI’s activities.

Technical Skills & Qualifications

• Applicants must have a keen interest in improving the governance, transparency and sustainability in investment markets and individual companies.
• Tertiary qualification in law, social sciences, business, commerce, or another related discipline.
• Highly developed oral and written communication skills, with the capacity to produce written reports and papers in a user-friendly style.
• Ability to take responsibility for tasks/projects to ensure they are completed thoroughly, with attention to detail and on time.
• Ability to work across teams within a small organisation with a flexible, cooperative approach.
• Familiarity with financially material ESG and sustainability issues and current policy challenges in the Australian market.
• Experience and strong interest in the area of public policy, corporate governance or sustainability.
• Ability to undertake research, critically analyse and draw information together.
• Demonstrated excellent organisational, self and priority management skills.

ACSI Employment Benefits

• The opportunity to work for a purpose driven, highly engaged and collaborative organisation.
• Excellent work-life balance.
• Flexible working arrangements including hybrid office options.
• Paid business leave between Christmas and New Year.
• Annual Leave loading of 17.5 per cent.
• Ability to purchase up to two additional weeks of leave.
• Flexibility to alternate some public holidays recognising that people have different values and traditions (religious, cultural or otherwise).
• Paid parental leave up to 20 weeks if you are the primary caregiver or partner of the primary caregiver, subject to eligibility criteria.
• Primary caregivers who return to work at ACSI following completion of their parental leave will also receive SGC for the unpaid portion of parental leave taken recognising the importance that superannuation has on the retirement outcomes of those who take on the primary care giving duties of children.
• One day Volunteer leave per year and access to community service leave.
• Access to their Employee Assistance Program, mental health and wellbeing support.
• Annual training and development budget and opportunity to participate in team and industry events.
• The head office is located close to public transport in Melbourne CBD with fantastic end-of-trip facilities.

ACSI supports gender diversity and diversity of thought across their organisation. They promote and support an inclusive, flexible, and collaborative culture that respects the differences of their diverse workforce.

If you are interested in learning more about this position, please contact Simon Gvalda on 0432 230 245 / ***email_hidden***

Or apply via the attached link.

Kaizen Recruitment is the exclusive recruitment partner for this position and all applications will be reviewed and assessed directly by Kaizen Recruitment.