Intern Specialist, Stewardship & Engagement

Intern Specialist, Stewardship & Engagement Connor, Clark & Lunn Financial Group Vancouver, BC Interested in joining a growing team focused on how environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues are addressed at the companies in which CC&LFG affiliates invest? CC&L Financial Group is seeking an Intern to join our Vancouver-based Stewardship & Engagement Team for an 8-month term (January – August 2025). The Stewardship & Engagement team is focused on ESG issues (e.g., climate risk, diversity and human rights) and works closely with the investment teams on active ownership activities such as company engagements, proxy voting and collaborative initiatives with other investors and advocacy organizations. **What do we offer Interns?**A dynamic, fast-paced work environment where opportunities for learning and growth abound. Work closely with our various investment teams on active ownership activities such as company engagements, proxy voting, and collaborative initiatives alongside other investors and advocacy organizations. As an Intern Specialist you will work with the Stewardship & Engagement team and portfolio management groups on a range of activities, some of which include:

• Assist with the analysis and execution of proxy votes.
• Prepare communication with investee companies ahead of voting.
• Assist with portfolio carbon footprint reporting and analysis.
• Assist with company engagements.
• Assist with analysis for inclusion in ESG reporting.
• Carry out ESG-related research and projects to develop and enhance our investment process.
• Respond to ad hoc requests from the portfolio management teams.

Qualifications and Experience The Intern Specialist position is geared toward students in their fourth year of an undergraduate degree with a focus on Finance, Economics, Commerce or Sustainability. We are seeking ambitious students with a strong academic track record, who are interested in making a tangible impact in ESG processes at CC&L. In addition to the above, the successful candidate will have:

• At least one previous internship experience in the area of Finance.
• A genuine passion for ESG issues.
• Exceptional attention to detail, and strong organizational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong qualitative and quantitative analytical skills and proven ability to think both critically and creatively.
• The impulse of a self-starter coupled with the ability to work independently with a problem-solving mindset.
• Proficiency in MS Suite, especially Excel.
• Experience in ESG and sustainable investing considered an asset.

To apply for this position please submit your resume, cover letter and transcript as one PDF. The salary range for this position is $42,000 - $55,000 CADannualized. The salary range provided reflects the base salary range for this position as required by legislation. Further questions may be directed to the HR team during the interview process. About Connor, Clark & Lunn Financial Group

At Connor, Clark & Lunn Financial Group, we understand the value of opportunity – for our clients and our team. Independent and employee-owned, we partner with investment professionals to grow successful asset management businesses, giving them the space to innovate and truly make an impact.

With more than 40 years of history and offices across Canada and in the US, the UK and India, CC&L Financial Group and our multi-boutique family of affiliate firms collectively manage over $133 billion in assets, providing a diverse range of traditional and alternative investment products and solutions to institutional, high-net-worth and retail clients. For a closer look at how you can build your career with us, we invite you to explore www.cclgroup.com. Connor, Clark & Lunn Financial Group is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or expression, disability, or age. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest, but only those candidates shortlisted for interviews will be contacted. No telephone calls or recruitment agencies will be accepted. #LI-SM1 #LI-HYBRID