About the PRI

The PRI is the world’s leading proponent of responsible investment. We are a not-for-profit working to develop an economically efficient, sustainable global financial system which benefits people and planet. We work with some of the world's largest financial institutions, across 60+ countries, and employ experts across investment asset classes and topics such as climate change, biodiversity, and human rights.

Overview

Our world is changing at record speeds and never before has addressing environment, social and governance (ESG) issues been so critical. The PRI is a change-maker, committed to leaving a legacy for generations to come. To do this we work with 5000+ signatories (financial institutions who are members of PRI) worldwide to support them in making more sustainable financial decisions.

Creating a culture that inspires change and momentum requires the right team! We are looking for passionate enthusiasts who want to progress and learn through the challenges, successes, and diversity of our people to make a difference in the world we live in.

Our ESG internship can provide you with a wealth of experience and knowledge in the field of sustainable finance.

You’ll have the chance to learn about how investors are addressing ESG issues and how they can take meaningful action. You’ll have the opportunity to gain hands on experience by working with our specialists on issues such as climate change, biodiversity, and human rights. For example:

• Supporting our Responsible Investment Solutions Team and Signatory Services Team which enables our 5000+ signatories worldwide, for example by reporting their progress on ESG issues.

• Collaborating with our Sustainable Systems Teams who address systemic challenges within the financial sector, for example the Driving Meaningful Data Team who work with governments to advise on what data they should ask companies to report on.

• Developing your learning within our RI Ecosystem Team, who help to engage with their local markets, regional investors and government on policy and regulatory change.

• Working across our Investor Initiatives and collaboration Team who are responsible for scaling up our investor action on climate and human rights.

Job description

Here are just some of the experiences you may have with us, working across teams on a 3-week rotation in each area.

You will connect with the experts within our organisation to understand our strategic aims and how investor signatories can incorporate ESG into their investment practices.

• Building your understanding of the impact of key ESG issues through on-the-job learning

• Working with colleagues across different teams to deliver multi-disciplinary and cross geographical work

• Support ESG reporting and communication activities

• Assisting with data collection and analysis across a broad range of sustainability topics

• Contributing to the preparation of presentation materials and research reports

• Developing core skills in business writing, effective time management, researching, data analysis and signatory service

• Engaging in team meetings and business discussions to help support our signatories to address key ESG issues

Person Specification

• We want passionate individuals who are genuine enthusiasts about sustainability, environmental and human rights issues.

• Good written communication and verbal presentation skills

• A collaborative and consultative approach to working with others and committed to fostering an inclusive working environment 

• Demonstrates a commitment to learning about ESG issues

• Actively pursuing continuous professional and personal development

• Desire to be inquisitive, ask questions, research, and engage with our teams and projects.

We would strongly recommend if possible that you are in attendance to our central London offices 3 days per week to ensure you have the best possible experience, however please do talk to us about this at interview stage should this be a concern for you.

If this seems like the opportunity you are looking for, we would love to hear from you!

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