AXA IM Prime - ESG Analyst Internship (January '25)

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Description

At AXA IM, we act for human progress by investing for what matters, actively and responsibly. Join us and you'll build a career in a truly diverse, entrepreneurial organization. You'll be part of a mission to tackle some of the world's most stimulating challenges, pushing boundaries and exploring fresh ideas that aim to deliver long-term prosperity.

AXA IM

AXA Investment Managers (AXA IM) is a responsible asset manager, actively investing for the long-term to help its clients, its people and the world to prosper. Our high conviction approach enables us to uncover what we believe to be the best global investment opportunities across alternative and traditional asset classes, managing approximately €824 billion in assets as at the end of December 2022.

AXA IM is a leading investor in green, social and sustainable markets, managing €489 billion of ESG-integrated, sustainable or impact assets as at the end of December 2022.

We are committed to reaching net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 across all our assets, and integrating ESG principles into our business, from stock selection to our corporate actions and culture. Our goal is to provide clients with a true value responsible investment solution, while driving meaningful change for society and the environment.

At end of December 2022, AXA IM employs over 2,600 employees around the world, operates out of 24 offices across 18 countries and is part of the AXA Group, a worldwide leader in insurance and asset management.

As an ESG Analyst Intern , you will report to the Head of ESG and Sustainability for Prime, and you will be part of AXA IM PRIME business unit.

Description of the Department

AXA IM Prime is a fully integrated provider of investment solutions across private markets, including private equity, private debt, infrastructure and hedge funds. It operates within the wider AXA Investment Management platform - sitting alongside AXA IM Core, AXA IM Alts and AXA IM Architas - and is backed by AXA Group, one of the world's pre-eminent global insurance and asset management groups.

AXA IM Prime is an advanced ESG investor that creates sustainable value by encouraging best practices in private markets. Its goal is to promote sustainable ambition in the sector, a philosophy which is directly rooted in AXA Group's DNA to act for human progress by investing in what matters.

DISCOVER your opportunity

The ESG Analyst Intern will report to the Head of ESG and Sustainability and will work in collaboration with other teams at Prime to support the ongoing implementation of Prime's ESG Strategy.

Your role and responsibilities will include:
·  Supporting ESG team and investment teams during the ESG due diligence of external asset managers and portfolios, including review and analysis of proprietary ESG assessment questionnaires, and ensuring ongoing implementation of the ESG due diligence process with all investment teams (Private Equity, Infrastructures, Private debt, NAV Financing, GP stakes and Hedge Funds)
·  Carry out research tasks and benchmarking exercises for the ESG Team on ESG investment practices specific to private markets in the fund-of-fund business
·  Support the Secretariat for Prime's ESG internal governance, including preparation of internal presentations and written materials
·  Contribute to ongoing climate-related projects, including research tasks, and carbon footprinting of investment portfolios
·  Day-to-day support to the ESG Team on priority projects to support the ongoing implementation of the AXA IM Prime ESG Strategy, including engagement with external asset managers Your Profile

Share your unique experience

We welcome different combinations of skills & experiences.

Profile :

Education/Qualifications
·  Currently undertaking a Master's degree in a leading Business or Engineering school with a specialization in Finance, Sustainable Finance or ESG
·  Previous experience in asset management or consulting is an advantage Technical skills
·  Strong critical analytical skills and ability to concisely synthesize information in written form
·  Proven ability to multi-task and produce quality work with attention to detail within tight deadlines
·  A hard-working, dynamic and proactive self-starter enjoying entrepreneurial environments that value initiative and autonomy
·  True team player
·  Fluent English speaker
·  Good communication skills
·  Proficient in Microsoft Excel (essential), Powerpoint and Word; other software skills are an advantage (for example, Tableau, SQL, Python, VBA) What do we offer
·  This internship is an excellent opportunity to discover an international working environment. Due to our leading position on the market you can gain a strong exposure to a variety of complex issues of an international asset manager.
·  You will join a growing platform which will allow you to take-over real responsibilities rapidly Please join us to realize your potential to drive progress, for yourself, our clients and the world in which we live. #JoinUs

About AXA

Would you like to wake up every day driven and inspired by our noble mission and to work together as one global team to empower people to live a better life? Here at AXA we strive to lead the transformation of our industry. We are looking for talented individuals who come from varied backgrounds, think differently and want to be part of this exciting transformation by challenging the status quo so we can push AXA - a leading global brand and one of the most innovative companies in our industry - onto even greater things. In a fast-evolving world and with a presence in 64 countries, our 166,000 employees and exclusive distributors anticipate change to offer services and solutions tailored to the current and future needs of our 103 million customers.

About the Entity

At AXA IM we are investing with a clear purpose - to make the world a better place. We act for human progress by investing for what matters. Our conviction-led approach enables us to uncover what we believe to be the best global investment opportunities across alternative and core asset classes. We are already entrusted by our clients with more than €887 billion in assets.

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AXA IM is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage candidates with disabilities or any other protected characteristic to apply. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities, when needed, to apply for a position or to perform essential job functions.

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What We Offer

We are committed to offer you an environment where you can:
• Grow your potential : be part of a forward-thinking business with internal opportunities and personalized learning paths available to help constantly develop your skills and abilities.
• Shape the way you work : work for a company which is highly committed to providing flexibility & balance to its employees, offering you a large range of benefits (hybrid working, competitive health benefits, among many others.).
• Thrive within a diverse community : play a role within a responsible company that actively recognizes and values individual differences in a diverse and inclusive workforce.
• Move the world forward : join a responsible employer that acts in favor of societal and environmental causes as an investor, insurer and company, notably through the AXA Heart in Action association. As part of our commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility, we will celebrate your arrival by planting a tree.

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