Data Research Associate Manager

About Clarity AI 🪴

Clarity AI is a global tech company founded in 2017 committed to bringing societal impact to markets. We leverage AI and machine learning technologies to provide investors, governments, companies, and consumers with the right data, methodologies, and tools to make more informed decisions. 

We are now a team of more than 300 highly passionate individuals from all over the world, with offices in New York, Madrid, London, Paris, and Abu Dhabi. Together, we have established Clarity AI as a leading sustainability tech company backed by investors and strategic partners such as BlackRock, SoftBank, and Deutsche Börse, who believe in us and share our goals. We are dedicated to cultivating an exceptional workplace environment. We take pride in our culture, defined by our commitment to being fact-based, diverse, transparent, meritocratic, and flexible. 

We have plans to continue growing our teams globally, so if you would like to join us on this rocket ship, keep reading! Your work will shape and guide the sustainable decisions of investors, companies and consumers worldwide.

About The Role 💻 

We are looking for a Data Research Associate Manager that will be responsible for leading a team of strong ESG associates and specialists. Their knowledge on ESG Exposures and Controversies indicators, reporting standards and sustainability frameworks will ensure that we have the most accurate and reliable database to power better investments decisions for our customers. 

What You’ll Be Doing 🚀

Working as a Data Research Associate Manager  you will be responsible for: 

  The role will include, but not be limited to, the following activities: 

• Managing, mentoring and leading a diverse team of Data Research Associates.  
• Managing day-to-day data operations around ESG Exposures and Controversies.
• Coordinating the relationship and leading the communications with external data providers. Propose and implement data vendor management best practices, leading change and accelerating organizational transformations with existing vendors. 
• Training on Exposures and controversies indicators and sustainability frameworks to both external contractors and internal data analysts 
• Monitoring the performance of data analysts and associated budget through analytics and business intelligence solutions.
• Coordinating cross-functional initiatives, interacting with multiple professionals and departments ( Business Development, Research, Data Science, Data Strategy ) to proactively allocate resources and plan for the technical demands of any projects.
• Working collaboratively with the technical teams to facilitate the development of the most efficient collection tool - able to prioritize key features to accelerate the high-level data collection objectives. 
• Keeping documentation up to date - internal documents for training, methodology maintenance, and productivity metrics monitoring.
• Continuously evaluate existing tools, processes, solutions for scaling data collection and quality assurance processes. 
• Perform ad hoc team projects as needed 

What You’ll Need 👀

• 4+ years of experience in related fields in management positions (ESG, fintech company, data collection, sustainability, consulting) .  Technology companies and SaaS preferred.  Proficient of  ESG, corporate governance, and/or financial markets.
• At least a Bachelor’s degree -  Finance, Economics, Accounting, Environmental Studies or similar field of study. 
• Data Research experience in a high-quality and deadline-driven environment.
• Experience with Scrum methodology and Agile practices is a plus 
• Hands -on experience with SQL, Python, Business Intelligence tools.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels. Experience communicating to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong organizational, time-management skills with the ability to succeed in a fast paced environment with changing requirements and priorities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in EnglishMinimum C1 level-proficient user. Other languages are a plus 
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with clear attention to detail.
• Highly motivated, independent and deeply passionate about sustainability, impact and finance.
• CFA , CFA ESG, or other comparable certifications  would be a plus

More About Clarity AI ⭐

Clarity AI’s Founder and CEO, Rebeca Minguela, is a successful entrepreneur who has been recognised by prestigious institutions like the World Economic Forum as one of the most distinguished leaders under 40.

The leadership team has an international presence and is composed of professionals from leading tech, consulting, and banking firms, entrepreneurs, PhDs from top research institutions, and MBA graduates from top business schools.

Clarity AI has received several awards: 

• The Forrester New Wave - ESG Ratings, Data, and Analytics - Leaders for 2022-2024 
• Investment Week - Best Sustainable Investment Research & Ratings Provider 2023
• Fast Company - Most Innovative Companies 2023 
• European Commission | EU Seal of Excellence 2020 
• World Economic Forum - Technology Pioneer 2020
• World Economic Forum, Young Global Leader - Rebeca Minguela

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