Stewardship Analyst London (GB)

LGT Wealth Management UK LLP is a UK-based partnership, wholly owned by the private banking group LGT, which is in turn owned by the Princely Family of Liechtenstein. When we set up LGT Wealth Management in 2008, our aim was to offer a fresh approach to wealth management. Alongside the LLP we also have two other entities which focus on US and Jersey based clients. Our head office is based in London however we have a presence in Edinburgh, Jersey, Leeds, Birmingham and Bristol. The plan was simple: put our clients first by providing a transparent service, designed around what is right for each of them. By drawing together in-depth knowledge and experience from across the industry, we provide a flexible, bespoke service adapted to each of our clients’ needs.
Our mission is to create long-term value for all stakeholders. Our culture encourages individuals to generate, develop and implement ideas which will strengthen our business. Belonging, respect, integrity, conviction and entrepreneurship are our core values. As our brand recognition grows, we are fast becoming an employer of choice in our sector. We have over £29 billion in funds under management and circa 700 staff.

Brief Role Objective:

As a Stewardship Analyst, you will play a key role in assisting with LGT’s stewardship activities, including supporting on voting and engagement with our direct holdings and fund managers. Your role will involve communicating and reporting on our stewardship activities through annual reports, quarterly updates and developing new ways of showcasing information to our diverse client base. You will collaborate closely with international colleagues to maintain and update our engagement databases as well as stay up to date on global stewardship regulatory updates to ensure the business continues to build on best practices. You will be involved in providing research and support for thematic engagement meetings as well as work with the Global Stewardship Lead to develop tools and frameworks for delivering LGT’s stewardship work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Reporting & communications:
  • Assist in delivering timely and accurate reporting of our stewardship activities to relevant global stewardship codes and organisations.
  • Design and develop a quarterly reporting to a diverse client base
  • Craft compelling and informative engagement case studies
  • Compile and maintain records of voting and engagement activities for transparency and compliance purposes.
  • Respond to data and information requests from internal and external stakeholders.
  • Respond to and engage with client inquiries and serve as liaison with internal stakeholders to develop stewardship related responses
  • Conduct research and produce written content on key ESG and Stewardship topics for reports, thought leadership, client comms etc.

• Collaboration with stakeholders & initiatives
  • Assist with collaborative engagement initiatives like CA100+, Nature Action and more
  • Research and prepare responses to policy consultations and engagement with our membership initiatives.
  • Participate in industry working groups

• Further develop and integrate stewardship tracking approach and platform
  • Set up and maintain IT related data feeds for proxy voting and engagement reporting
  • Training and continuous support for stakeholders on the system and how to appropriately log engagements

Key Skills and Technical Requirements:

• 3-5 years of experience in Stewardship and/or Sustainable Investment field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Background in sustainable investing and a passion for sustainability in general
• Proficient in analysing ESG issues and making data driven voting recommendations
• Strong organisational skills
• Ability and interest in working with multiple stakeholders internationally
• Strong presentation skills
• Team player, independent and accurate working style

Other Skills and Attributes:

• Very keen interest in impact/ESG/sustainability
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage time and multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficient levels of Microsoft Office skills especially Excel, Word & PowerPoint