ESG Operational Readiness – Business Analyst

At ING our purpose is to empower people to stay a step ahead in life and business. We believe that sustainable progress is driven by people with the imagination and determination to make a better future for themselves and those around them.

ING is changing what banking is. For you, that means plenty of opportunities for personal growth in a continuously evolving environment. If this is the environment you thrive in, then apply and join us in changing the future of banking!

Job Overview

ING aims to put sustainability at the heart of what we do, defining new ways of doing business where the planet and people are just as important as economic growth. It's about making progress together, step by step.

With climate change posing an unparalleled challenge to our planet’s health and the sustainability of societies and economies worldwide, ING is committed to contributing to the global transition to a low-carbon, climate-resilient economy. One of the ways ING can make a positive impact on climate action is through our financing efforts. We aim to get a grip on the CO2 emissions of our lending portfolio and guide our customers' sustainable transitions.

As part of ING’s commitment to sustainable growth, we are building the ESG Operational Readiness Team within the Global COO Risk Services Organization and are seeking a Business Analyst to join us. You will play a crucial part in the team by actively working on ESG programs for the bank and work with domain experts, and implementation teams across different business lines (Wholesale Banking, Business Banking, and Retail Banking) to ESG data delivery, making them ready for reporting.

Roles and responsibilities

• Oversee data collection activities by collaborating with ESG capability owners across ING to manage the end-to-end data delivery process.

• Refine, implement and operationalize the end-to-end ESG data flow in line with QBR demands, including building a DataMart if needed, collecting data, and ensuring its availability for reporting purposes.

• Enhance data delivery processes, ensuring the quality, consistency, and accuracy of data.

• Refine and implement a global Physical Risk calculation tool for Retail, Wholesale, and Business Banking.

• Foster connections among colleagues, topics, and expertise, maintaining continuous communication with all relevant stakeholders.

How to succeed
We hire smart people like you for your potential. Our biggest expectation is that you’ll stay curious. Keep learning. Take on responsibility. In return, we’ll back you to develop into an even more awesome version of yourself.

Key Capabilities/Experience

• Ability to collect, process, and analyze large and complex datasets from various sources.

• Ability to ensure the accuracy and completeness of ESG data, making it ready for reporting.

• Ability to identify more efficient methods for data collection and ingestion.

• Ability to translate stakeholder requirements into actionable implementation plans.

• Commit to learning new ESG concepts, regulations, and industry best practices in a fast-paced environment.

• Desire to build knowledge in credit and ESG rating methodologies.

• Ability to work data-driven and provide insights based on relevant ESG indicators, with curiosity and drive to stay updated on sustainability trends.

• Self-motivated with a strong focus on action, results, and continuous improvement.

• Excel in dynamic environments with strong analytical skills and creative problem-solving abilities.

• Genuine team player achieving objectives through close collaboration with people from diverse disciplines and backgrounds.

• Exceptional coordination and project management skills.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in related discipline (business, economics, legal, environment and/or social sciences) or Bachelor’s degree with the equivalent, relevant experience.

• 5+ years work experience and a proven track record as a Business Analyst with Data Implementation experience.

• 5+ years work experience in the financial sector, in either COO, Tech or a Business function.

• Fluent in written and spoken English.

Rewards and benefits
We want to make sure that it’s possible for you to strike the right balance between your career and your private life. Find out more about our employment conditions.

The benefits of working with us at ING include:

●  A gross salary between € 4367,65 and € 7088,63

●  24-27 vacation days depending on contract

●   Pension scheme

●  13th month salary

●  8% Holiday payment

●   Hybrid working

●   Personal growth and challenging work with endless possibilities

●   An informal working environment with innovative colleagues

About us
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Questions?
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