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Responsible Investment team and role overview
The Aegon Asset Management Responsible Investment team brings together ESG, sustainability and impact expertise at the heart of our investment business. The team plays an important role in investment research and product development, engagement, client discussions and helps both the firm and our clients navigate the evolving sustainability landscape. The team works closely with investment, product and client teams across Continental Europe, while collaborating with Responsible Investment specialists across Aegon Asset Management globally. Based in Amsterdam, the 7-person highly international team works in a hybrid model, combining close in-person collaboration with the flexibility of remote working.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone at the start of their career who wants to build a strong foundation in responsible investment. We are looking for someone who is curious, proactive and eager to learn and develop. You will gain hands-on experience across sustainability research, engagement, ESG and impact data, and reporting, working on real investment and sustainability questions from day one. You will learn from an experienced international team and, as your knowledge and confidence grow, have the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility and develop your own areas of expertise.
Please note that this is a one-year fixed-term position. Depending on business needs and circumstances, there may be an opportunity to extend the role beyond the initial term.
As part of the Responsible Investment team, you will get exposure to different aspects of responsible investment. You will support:
- Sustainability Research: Working closely with the rest of the RI team. Researching material ESG issues facing potential investment opportunities. This includes analyzing, identifying improvements and monitoring company and sector specific ESG issues.
- Engagement & Voting: Supporting engagement with companies to encourage improvements identified. Working with the wider team to plan, execute and document engagement efforts (letters, calls, meetings); and provide sector and company analysis to support engagement with corporates, policy makers and investor bodies. Contributing towards voting at the company Annual Meetings.
- ESG and Impact data Reporting: Carrying out a robust monitoring and reporting processes, supporting other team members with ESG and impact research, reporting and data management. Providing data to various teams and external clients.
Start your career in responsible investment, learn from an experienced international team, work directly on real investment and sustainability questions, and progressively build your own areas of expertise.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, management, political science, international development, or related fields
- Genuine interest in responsible investment; familiarity with ESG issues is an advantage
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, Dutch is a distinct advantage
- Able to work independently and establish/maintain working relationships internally
- Proactive and collaborative attitude, comfortable asking questions and learning from others
- A strong learning mindset, intellectual curiosity and eagerness to develop professionally
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in a relevant field
- Strong verbal and written communication in Dutch are an advantage
Company Overview
Aegon Asset Management (Aegon AM) is a leading global investor. Our 350+ investment professionals manage and advise on assets of US $446 billion for a global client base of pension plans, public funds, insurance companies, banks, wealth managers, family offices and foundations.
We organize our firm around four investment platforms: fixed income, real assets, equities and multi-asset & solutions, which includes a fiduciary and multi-manager business. Each investment platform has dedicated teams with deep asset-class expertise, organized globally and committed to maximizing client benefit from their specialist areas.
We are an international business: Our 1,130 employees work from 16 locations across Europe, the Americas and Asia. We share a common belief in fundamental, research-driven active management, underpinned by effective risk management and a commitment to responsible investment.
Compensation/What will you be getting?
- Compensation level depend upon an applicant’s qualifications and will be determined by hiring supervisors/managers and HR
- A collaborative, learning-focused environment
- A culture that values initiative and continuous improvement.
- Plenty of scope and budget for your personal and professional development
- A minimum of 27 holiday days
- Reimbursement of your travel expenses
- A good pension scheme
Interested? Apply!
Are you interested in joining our Team? We look forward to receiving your resume and motivation letter. Then make sure you apply immediately!
Diversity & Inclusion
At Aegon Asset Management, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We are more than a global Asset Management firm – we are a people business, and we recognize that delivering excellent client outcomes comes from harnessing diverse perspectives. We value diversity in the full range of human uniqueness without limitation including race, gender, ability, language, culture, beliefs, age, origin, background, perspectives and experiences.
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Equal Opportunity Employer
Aegon Asset Management aims to be an employer of choice in the financial services industry. As a global company, we offer excellent terms of employment, a very diverse and inspiring work environment, and development opportunities.