Manager- ESG Compliance Monitoring

Title:                            Manager- ESG Compliance Monitoring  

Department:                General Counsel Shared Services

Location:                     Gurgaon, India

Reports To:Associate Director - Investment Compliance

Compensation:               Grade 5

We are proud to have been helping our clients build better financial futures for over 50 years. How have we achieved this? By working together - and supporting each other - all over the world. So, join our General Counsel (“GC”) Shared Services team and feel like you are part of something bigger.

About your team:

General Counsel (GC) is a trusted advisor to all parts of Fidelity International Limited (“FIL”), providing high-value independent advisory and assurance expertise through our specialist teams. GC comprises of Legal, Risk, Compliance, Tax, and Public Policy & Strategic Relationship Management. GC Shared Services function is a global centre of expertise currently in Dalian and India, providing operational support and services to the General Counsel function.

Global Investment Compliance:

The Global Investment Compliance (GIC) function provides advice, support, oversight and challenge to teams across Fidelity’s Investment Solutions and Services (ISS) business. Stakeholders include portfolio managers, research analysts, trading desks, corporate finance, institutional teams and their respective support groups.

About your role:

Fidelity is seeking a highly motivated individual who will play a pivotal role in supporting our global ESG Compliance program. You will be responsible for the implementation and ongoing performance of desktop and thematic reviews related to Fidelity’s sustainable investing and broader investment management activities. Your analytical skills and dedication will contribute to the integrity and success of our sustainable research & ratings and stewardship activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement and perform desktop and thematic reviews related to investment management activities, ESG ratings and other aspects of sustainable investing.
• Collaborate with corporate enablers to address all sustainable requirements and relevant risks, including exclusions, product proposition, and legal disclosures.
• Conduct reviews of research-related products and deliverables to ensure compliance with internal guidelines and external regulations.
• Contribute to the development of dashboards, management reports, and papers for governance committees.
• Assist in the creation or update of policies and procedures, keeping abreast of regulatory changes and analyzing their impact.
• Escalate identified issues to business partners and follow up until remediation.
• Aid in the development and maintenance of the annual monitoring plan by reviewing global regulatory risk assessments and engaging with key stakeholders for review prioritization.
• Perform ad-hoc compliance monitoring tasks as required,

About you:

The ideal candidate will have:

• Preferably 8+ years of experience in a Compliance or assurance-type role within the financial services industry.
• Firm understanding of concepts and practices relating to sustainable investing and ESG ratings.
• Strong analytical skills and experience performing thematic reviews or audits would be beneficial.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to coordinate and work with teammates and stakeholders across multiple locations.
• Strong organizational skills, with the capacity to work well under pressure and remain motivated while completing routine tasks.

Feel rewarded

For starters, we’ll offer you a comprehensive benefits package. We’ll value your wellbeing and support your development. And we’ll be as flexible as we can about where and when you work – finding a balance that works for all of us. It’s all part of our commitment to making you feel motivated by the work you do and happy to be part of our team. For more about our work, our approach to dynamic working and how you could build your future here, visit careers.fidelityinternational.com.

For more about our work, our approach to dynamic working and how you could build your future here, visit careers.fidelityinternational.com.