StepStone is a rapidly growing Global Private Markets firm who provides customized investment and advisory solutions to some of the most sophisticated investors in the world. With $640 billion of total capital allocations, including $143 billion in AUM, we are highly diversified in the private markets across the globe and provide creative solutions to solve for the objectives of any investment program.  With a culture built on entrepreneurialism, partnership and being a team within teams, our firm offers joiners the opportunity to think out loud, collaboratively.

Position Overview:

The StepStone Responsible Investing team is currently seeking an individual who is passionate about ESG and possesses excellent writing skills.  This opportunity is for an extended contract position with the opportunity to convert with good work.  The position will work closely with the RI team, including the Head of RI, to drive the production of ESG-related materials across StepStone’s platform, with a focus on StepStone’s annual RI report.

Essential job functions:

• Lead the general content creation process for the RI report, from information gathering through to creating content outlines and writing the copy. This will involve working closely with StepStone’s RI team, RI workgroups and deal teams to develop accurate, consistent and compelling content.
• Lead project management of the corporate RI report production; coordinate cross-functionally to ensure internal and external deadlines are met (with oversight from the RI team).
• Create insightful and topical short pieces within the report (e.g., thematic pieces, such as related to climate change or biodiversity or human rights).
• Ensure the report aligns with external standards (including GRI, SASB, TCFD Recommendations, UK Stewardship Code) and develop appendices in the report to illustrate alignment.
• Copyedit and proofread all content within the report and ensure alignment with StepStone’s internal writing guidelines and general market practices.

Alongside the corporate RI report, provide input into RFPs/DDQs/surveys:

• Collaborate with the firm’s RFP team and RI team to review/provide in-depth written answers to questions on a wide variety of ESG topics, ensuring the accuracy and consistency of language.
• Assist in the on-going enhancement and maintenance of the RFP database of responses, keeping updated with RI-related changes within the firm and industry to ensure changes are reflected in RFPs and the RFP database. Ensure information flow through the RFP team.

The successful candidate is expected to have a strong understanding or interest in ESG concepts and issues, excellent project management skills, blended with a solid understanding of the investment management industry. It is preferable that the candidate has prior experience at an investment manager, investment bank, or specialist ESG/Sustainability/Environmental consultancy or agency. While we prefer candidates with a background in ESG, the most important characteristics we’re looking for are meticulousness, strong and clear writing skills in an investment environment, with a proven track record of producing written content for investors and laypeople alike. The candidate is expected to have a demonstrable experience or interest in the private markets (spanning private equity, private debt, real estate, and infrastructure and real assets).

Education and Work Experience Requirements:

• A versatile and accomplished writer with relevant experience; expected to include investment/ESG-related writing within an investment management firm (or investment management clients).
• Experience in ESG/corporate sustainability writing (e.g., annual reports) preferred; experience within private markets preferred.
• Demonstrated track record of academic and professional success, including a BA in a relevant field (with emphasis on written subjects and/or strong academic writing component).
• Exceptional project management skills in a professional setting, with experience owning the end-to-end delivery of strategic projects with multiple stakeholders
• Proven organizational skills and deadline-meeting abilities, including ability to multi-task, manage time across multiple deadlines and adjust project plans as needed.
• Outstanding copyediting and proofreading skills with native-level English proficiency; meticulous attention to detail and an uncompromising focus on quality and accuracy.
• Working knowledge of ESG-related reporting standards, e.g., GRI, SASB, TCFD, UK Stewardship Code.
• The ability to build strong relationships both internally and externally and work across international offices/time zones.

About us

Working out of 26 offices in 15 countries, StepStone has a truly global viewpoint.  As people are our biggest asset, we offer resources to help our employees reach their full potential.  Our principles are based on integrity, transparency, respect and creativity, which together define how we do business.  

Join us

When you choose to work at StepStone, you'll find a group of professionals who are passionate about anticipating changes, solving problems and working together to make it all happen. Our integrated global team shares insights into how managers think and operate, as well as how they might perform.  

StepStone offers a competitive compensation package including salary and incentive compensation for all full time hires, as well as a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits which include comprehensive healthcare, strong retirement plan, a mental health well-being program, paid time off, student loan repayment program for our US office locations, and several wellness initiatives.

Disclaimer / Policy Statements

At StepStone, diversity, equity and inclusion are an integral part of our culture. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers our employees and allows them to be heard, regardless of title or tenure.  Our organizational community features multiple Employment Resource Groups representing our dedication to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.  

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, StepStone does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

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