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Portfolio Team Positions

  • MSMF believes returns are not forgone by restricting the number of assets in our universe and instead that there are significant returns to be made by considering environmental, social, and corporate governance factors on a single stock level and at the portfolio level. An an ESG Associate, you will play a key role in shaping and executing MSMF's ESG strategies across the portfolio, working closely with ESG Analysts and Portfolio Managers to create and amend ESG frameworks, policies, and compliance tools while applying your foundational training to real-world projects. A mentor from the relevant industry will advise the ESG team throughout the pitch cycle.


    All Associate Economists will report to the Sustainability Manager, who reports to the CIO.

    Key Responsibilities include: 

    • Evaluate, enhance, and develop ESG strategies and policies tailored to MSMF’s investment practices.

    • Collaborate on framework design for ESG risk evaluation and sustainability integration.

    • Advise Portfolio Managers on ESG-related decisions and ensure alignment with internal guidelines.

    • Apply reporting frameworks such as GRI, SASB, IFRS S1/S2, and ISSA 5000 where relevant.

    • Contribute to special projects in climate risk, green finance, or stewardship based on LoS.

    Commitment level:

    • Approximately 7-8 hours per week

    • Consistent effort throughout tenure including semester breaks

    Program level:

    • Intermediate

    Desired Skills/Traits:

    • Strong foundational understanding of ESG and sustainable finance (1+ year).

    • Educational background in finance, economics, or sustainability is preferred.

    • Prior research, reporting, or investment experience is beneficial.

    • Demonstrates initiative, critical thinking, and collaboration.

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  • About the role:

    As an ESG Junior Associate, you will support the ESG team across various Lines of Service (Sustainability Risk, Reporting, and Research) as part of your initial training and onboarding. This role is designed to build foundational knowledge of ESG concepts and provide exposure to real-world sustainability integration through structured learning and observation.

    All Associate Economists will report to the Sustainability Manager, who reports to the CIO.

    Key Responsibilities include:

    • Complete mandatory SIP training modules (Sustainability Foundations, Sustainable Finance, and Reporting).

    • Assist in ESG data collection, literature review, and materiality mapping activities.

    • Participate in workshops and team discussions related to reporting frameworks and sustainable investing.

    • Support Associate-level members in research, project documentation, and policy reviews.

    • Begin developing familiarity with MSMF’s RISKRI framework and reporting tools.

    Commitment level:

    • Approximately 4-6 hours per week

    • Consistent effort throughout tenure including semester breaks

    Program level:

    • Entry (Probationary/Year 1 students)

    Desired Skills/Traits:

    • Enthusiasm for sustainability and a willingness to learn.

    • Strong research, time management, and communication skills.

    • No prior finance or ESG experience is required—training is provided.

    • Open to feedback and continuous improvement.

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