<p>At Barings, we are as invested in our associates as we are in our clients. We recognize those who work diligently for us and reward them for personal and professional integrity, communication skills, distinct competencies and expertise in specific strategies, ability to collaborate as a team member and true dedication to the interests of our clients.</p> <p>We thank you for your interest in joining the Barings team, and invite you to explore our current employment opportunities.</p> <p>Title: Associate, Corporate Citizenship</p> <p>Business Unit: Sustainability</p> <p>Location: Charlotte, NC</p> <p>Barings is a leading global financial services firm dedicated to meeting the evolving investment and capital needs of our clients and customers. Through active asset management and direct origination, we provide innovative solutions and access to differentiated opportunities across public and private capital markets. A subsidiary of MassMutual, Barings maintains a strong global presence with business and investment professionals located across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific.</p> <p>Job Summary</p> <p>The Corporate Citizenship Associate supports the development and execution of the company's social impact, operational sustainability, and community engagement initiatives. This role plays a key part in advancing the company's commitment to responsible business practices, stakeholder engagement, and positive social and environmental efforts</p> <p>Primary Responsibilities</p> <p>Key responsibilities and objectives for this position are:</p> <ul> <li>Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of corporate citizenship programs, including employee volunteerism, philanthropic giving, and operational sustainability efforts. </li><li>Support the tracking and reporting of key performance indicators (KPIs) related to ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) goals. </li><li>Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., HR, Marketing, Legal, DEI) to align citizenship initiatives with broader business objectives. </li><li>Conduct research on social impact and operational sustainability trends, nonprofit partners, and best practices to inform program development. </li><li>Help manage relationships with nonprofit organizations, community stakeholders, and vendors. </li><li>Draft communications, reports, and presentations to share impact stories with internal and external audiences. </li><li>Maintain databases and tools for tracking donations, volunteer hours, and program participation. </li><li>Support event planning and logistics for community engagement activities and campaigns. </li><li>Bring creativity and innovation to program design and storytelling, helping to elevate the visibility and impact of corporate citizenship efforts. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Business, Sustainability, Communications, or a related field is preferred. </li><li>1-3 years of experience in event management, corporate social responsibility, nonprofit management, or a related area. </li><li>Strong organizational and project management skills. </li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication abilities. </li><li>Passion for social impact, sustainability, and community engagement. </li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with impact tracking tools or CRM systems is a plus. </li><li>Ability to lift and transport items weighing up to 25 pounds as part of routine job duties; must be comfortable with physical tasks in a dynamic work environment. </li><li>Flexibility to work outside of standard business hours, including evenings or weekends, as needed to support operational demands or special projects. </li><li>Familiarity with ESG frameworks and reporting standards (e.g., ISO 14001, GRI, SASB, UN SDGs) preferred. </li><li>Experience working with cross-functional teams and external partners preferred. </li><li>Creative problem-solving and a proactive mindset. </li></ul> <p>#LI-JS1</p> <p>Requisite Skills</p> <p>Additional Skills</p> <p>Barings is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer; Minority/Female/Age/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply.</p> <p>Barings offers a comprehensive benefits package including:</p> <p>CORE BENEFITS & WELLNESS</p> <ul> <li>Medical (including Virtual Care), Prescription, Dental, and Vision Coverage </li><li>Fitness Center Reimbursement Program (Including Online Memberships) </li><li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP) </li><li>Fertility Benefits </li></ul> <p>FINANCIAL WELL-BEING</p> <ul> <li>Highly competitive 401(k) Plan with Company Match </li><li>Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Contributions </li><li>Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Health Care & Dependent Care </li><li>Retirement Health Reimbursement Account </li></ul> <p>LIFE INSURANCE</p> <ul> <li>Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance </li><li>Spouse and Child Life Insurance </li></ul> <p>TIME OFF, DISABILITY AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE</p> <ul> <li>Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Annual Holidays </li><li>Paid Leave of Absences (Maternity Leave, Parental Leave, Caregiver Leave, Bereavement Time) </li><li>Short and Long Term Disability Plans </li><li>Paid Volunteer Time </li></ul> <p>OTHER BENEFITS</p> <ul> <li>Education Assistance Program </li><li>Charitable Matching Gifts Program </li><li>Commuter Reimbursement Program </li><li>Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement Program </li></ul>