Matyas Horak, Cfa, Frm
About Matyas Horak, Cfa, Frm
Matyas Horak is an ESG Investment Manager at Legal & General in London, England, with a diverse background in finance and investment. He has held various roles in organizations such as Raiffeisen Bank Hungary, S&P Global, and Santander UK, and holds master's degrees in both Economics and Sociology.
Current Role at Legal & General
Matyas Horak serves as the ESG Investment Manager at Legal & General, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on integrating environmental, social, and governance factors into investment strategies. His work contributes to the company's commitment to responsible investing and sustainability in the financial sector. Based in London, England, he has been instrumental in advancing ESG initiatives within the organization.
Previous Experience in ESG and Finance
Before joining Legal & General, Matyas Horak worked at S&P Global as Manager of ESG Innovation and Analytics from 2016 to 2021. His responsibilities included developing innovative ESG solutions and analytics to enhance investment decision-making. Prior to that, he held various roles in finance, including Senior Credit Analyst at DSM and Credit Analyst at Santander UK, where he applied his expertise in credit assessment and risk management.
Early Career at Raiffeisen Bank Hungary
Matyas Horak began his career at Raiffeisen Bank Hungary, where he served as a Trainee in 2006 for three months. He later returned to the bank as a Project Finance Associate from 2007 to 2008, gaining valuable experience in project finance. His time at Raiffeisen Bank laid the foundation for his subsequent roles in the finance and investment sectors.
Educational Background in Finance and Sociology
Matyas Horak holds two master's degrees. He studied Economics with a major in Finance at Corvinus University in Budapest from 2001 to 2006. Additionally, he studied Sociology with a major in Change Management at Eötvös Lóránd University of Sciences from 1999 to 2005. His educational background equips him with a diverse perspective on finance and social dynamics, enhancing his capabilities in the ESG investment field.