Join ICMA as an Associate, Sustainable Finance

Are you passionate about driving innovation in sustainable finance? The International Capital Market Association (ICMA) is seeking a dynamic and motivated Associate to join our Sustainable Finance Team.

In this role, you will contribute to the development of sustainable debt capital markets across primary, secondary, and repo and collateral markets. You’ll support key governance bodies such as the Executive Committee of the Principles, and play a vital role in market analysis, regulatory monitoring, and thought leadership. You’ll also collaborate on publications and events, working closely with internal teams and ICMA’s global membership to promote best practices and industry standards.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Experience: 2–5 years in capital markets, investment banking, or asset management.
  • Education: University degree in finance, economics, or international business (Master’s preferred).
  • Skills: Strong analytical and communication skills, collaborative mindset, and fluency in English. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and an additional European language is a plus.
  • Attributes: Self-motivated, organised, and committed to integrity and inclusivity.

📅 Application Deadline: 26 September 2025
🔗 Apply Now: ICMA - Associate, Sustainable Finance



Registering your interest in job opportunities and secondments

If you are interested in specific job opportunities that arise in the Market Practice and Regulatory Policy, Membership or Communications departments at ICMA, or in being seconded from your firm to ICMA for a period of six to twelve months, please register your interest by sending your CV to Dee.Davda-Chauhan@icmagroup.org.

Please also send a covering letter which includes the following information:

  • the area of your potential interest;
  • whether you are interested in full or part-time employment at ICMA, or in secondment to ICMA for a six to twelve month period;
  • whether you are interested in working at ICMA’s Zurich office; ICMA Limited’s London office; or one of ICMA’s representative offices in Paris,  Brussels or Hong Kong; and
  • an e-mail address and phone number on which you can be contacted, if an opportunity arises.

All information you give ICMA, when you register your interest, will be treated in confidence.

Please note that potential candidates for the Market Practice and Regulatory Policy Department at ICMA need to be familiar with how the international capital markets work, and how they are regulated. Fluent spoken and written English is essential. An additional European language would be an advantage. ICMA offers competitive salaries for the right candidates.

We are always interested in talking to professional financial market trainers (or to industry experts who are thinking of moving into training) who could help us expand our growing education offering in our core areas of activity including sustainable finance

 

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