Research - ESG Research - EMEA Analyst

Your role

Are you interested in sustainability? Do you enjoy analysing data and trends? Are you flexible, willing to jump in and help where needed?
We’re looking for someone to join the EMEA Sustainability Research team, sitting at the heart of UBS Global Research. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to differentiated, investment-focused ESG research, working closely with sector analysts across regions to help shape insights that inform investment decisions.
The role is initially a support-focused position, giving you the opportunity to build a strong foundation in ESG research, data analysis and the investment process. Over time, and depending on your development, there will be opportunities to take greater ownership of research outputs and products.
In this role, you will:
• Support the broader ESG team with company and industry-specific analysis, working closely with sector teams and analysts across the global research platform
• Track ESG thematics and regulatory developments, helping to translate emerging trends into investment-relevant insights
• Assist in leveraging UBS Evidence Lab and other data sources to produce differentiated, actionable ideas
• Contribute to the drafting of research reports and written content on a regular basis
• Conduct ESG factor and issue analysis and help translate this into clear, investment-relevant conclusions
• Explore ESG and financial datasets to identify risks, trends and investment implications
• Help organise non-traditional research activities (e.g. expert calls, conferences), and support the maintenance of team processes and systems

This role offers a steep learning curve, broad exposure across sectors and themes, and the opportunity to develop into a contributor to high-impact research over time

Join us

At UBS, we know that it's our people, with their diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds, who drive our ongoing success. We’re dedicated to our craft and passionate about putting our people first, with new challenges, a supportive team, opportunities to grow and flexible working options when possible. Our inclusive culture brings out the best in our employees, wherever they are on their career journey. And we use artificial intelligence (AI) to work smarter and more efficiently. We also recognize that great work is never done alone. That’s why collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we’re more than ourselves.
We’re committed to disability inclusion and if you need reasonable accommodation/adjustments throughout our recruitment process, you can always contact us.

Your team

You will be based in London and fully integrated into the nine-strong global ESG team, with colleagues located in New York, Hong Kong, Singapore, Tokyo and Sydney.
The team sits firmly within UBS Global Research and works at the intersection of sustainability and investment, collaborating closely with sector analysts to embed ESG considerations into investment thinking. The group is highly ranked and recognised for producing thoughtful, differentiated and commercially relevant insights.
The culture is collaborative, intellectually curious and fast-paced, with a strong emphasis on quality, rigour and practical application. You will work closely with senior team members and contribute to projects that span geographies, sectors and sustainability themes.

Your expertise

You are a highly motivated individual with strong analytical ability, intellectual curiosity and a keen interest in understanding how sustainability factors impact investment outcomes.
You will bring:
• strong analytical skills and a high level of comfort working with large datasets, combined with excellent attention to detail
• the ability to digest large volumes of information and identify what is most relevant and impactful
• excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to explain complex topics clearly and concisely
• advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills, along with strong data visualisation capabilities; knowledge of Python is an advantage
• a genuine interest in research, analysis and financial markets, ideally with some exposure to financial services or related fields
• an interest in sustainability and ESG issues; prior expertise is helpful but not essential
• a proactive, self-starting mindset, with the ability to manage tasks effectively and deliver high-quality work to deadline
• strong interest in and familiarity with AI tools and applications, with the ability to use tools to enhance research efficiency, generate insights and synthesise information effectively
• Strong collaboration skills and a willingness to contribute to a team-oriented environment
• You’re curious to explore how AI can improve how we build, deliver, and optimize workflows. You do this with sound judgment – validating outputs and aligning with policies, risk standards, and ethical use.

We welcome candidates from a broad range of backgrounds, including equity research, consulting, investment banking, private equity or other analytical disciplines.

About us

UBS is a leading and truly global wealth manager and the leading universal bank in Switzerland. We also provide diversified asset management solutions and focused investment banking capabilities. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, UBS is present in more than 50 markets around the globe.
We know that great work is never done alone. That’s why we place collaboration at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we’re more than ourselves. Want to find out more? Visit ubs.com/careers.