ESG & Impact Officer - International Exposure - Brussels

Michael Page; Brussel; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work

International exposure to investments

Hybrid working model

Learning and development opportunities

Long-term career growth

Job summary

Michael Page is hiring for an ESG & Impact Investment role focused on due diligence and management of ESG programs across international investments. You will assess projects in sectors like infrastructure, mining, agriculture, and financial services, and coordinate external consultants.

The role requires a Master’s degree in a relevant field, strong knowledge of ESG risk assessment, and experience with ESMS. English reporting and advanced Excel/Power BI skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Economics, International Development, Political Science, Environmental Sciences, or related discipline.
• Strong experience applying IFC Performance Standards.
• Direct contacts with companies.
• Exposure to projects in emerging and developing markets.
• Solid knowledge of ESG risk assessment methodologies.
• Experience reviewing Environmental & Social Management Systems (ESMS).
• Understanding of impact measurement frameworks, SDGs, Theory of Change, or similar approaches.
• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills; Power BI experience is a plus.
• Ability to draft high-quality analytical reports and investment documentation in English.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ESG and impact due diligence for high-risk investments.
• Assess projects across infrastructure, mining, agriculture, forestry, and financial services.
• Manage external ESG and environmental & social consultants.
• Support portfolio companies in implementing ESG management systems and action plans.
• Monitor ESG performance and impact outcomes throughout the investment lifecycle.
• Strengthen ESG policies, frameworks, tools, and internal processes.
• Contribute to impact reporting, case studies, and stakeholder communications.
• Coordinate third-party ESG and impact assessments.
• Represent the organization at industry events and ESG-related initiatives.

Skills

ESG due diligence

IFC Performance Standards

ESG risk assessment

Data analysis

Power BI

Excel

Report writing

Stakeholder communication

Investment analysis

Education

Master's degree in Economics

Master's degree in International Development

Master's degree in Political Science

Master's degree in Environmental Sciences

Master's degree in related discipline

Tools

Power BI

Excel

Job description

• Supporting sustainable private-sector growth in emerging markets.

• International exposure
• Supporting sustainable private-sector growth in emerging markets.

About Our Client

The hiring company is a medium-sized organization within the financial services sector, specializing in banking and financial services. It is known for its focus on innovation, sustainability, and delivering impactful solutions for its stakeholders

Job Description

• Conduct ESG and impact due diligence for high-risk investments
• Assess projects across sectors such as infrastructure, mining, agriculture, forestry, and financial services
• Manage external ESG and environmental & social consultants
• Support portfolio companies in implementing ESG management systems and action plans
• Monitor ESG performance and impact outcomes throughout the investment lifecycle
• Strengthen ESG policies, frameworks, tools, and internal processes
• Contribute to impact reporting, case studies, and stakeholder communications
• Coordinate third-party ESG and impact assessments
• Represent the organization at industry events and ESG-related initiatives

The Successful Applicant

• Master's degree in Economics, International Development, Political Science, Environmental Sciences, or a related discipline
• Strong experience applying IFC Performance Standards
• Direct contacts with companies
• Exposure to projects in emerging and developing markets
• Solid knowledge of ESG risk assessment methodologies
• Experience reviewing Environmental & Social Management Systems (ESMS)
• Understanding of impact measurement frameworks, SDGs, Theory of Change, or similar approaches
• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills; Power BI experience is a plus
• Ability to draft high-quality analytical reports and investment documentation in English

What's on Offer

• Meaningful work combining finance and sustainable development
• Direct exposure to international investments across emerging markets
• Opportunity to influence ESG and impact performance at portfolio company level
• International and collaborative working environment
• Strong learning and development opportunities
• Hybrid working model with flexibility
• Long-term career growth within the impact investing ecosystem