Manager, Environmental Sustainability

FCC / FAC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 117,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization is seeking a Manager of Environmental Sustainability to lead initiatives at the intersection of finance and sustainability. This vital role involves integrating sustainability practices into lending processes, assessing environmental risks, and collaborating with various teams to enhance FCC’s sustainability strategies. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a passion for agriculture, ensuring that the organization meets current needs while preserving resources for future generations. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to making a positive impact in the Canadian agriculture and food industry.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in sustainability within financial or agricultural organizations.
• Experience integrating non-credit risks and sustainability into lending.

Responsibilities

• Support business units in integrating sustainability into their processes.
• Evaluate deals for alignment with FCC’s strategy in the agriculture sector.

Skills

Leadership

Relationship Building

Project Management

Self-Motivation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, finance, agriculture, or related field

Graduate degree or certifications (SASB, CFA, CBV, ESG, GARP SCR)

Job description

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Closing Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 05/16/2025

Worker Type: Term (Fixed Term)

Language Required: English

Term Duration: 15 months

Salary Range: $117,887 - $159,495 (plus performance-based incentives)

We are seeking a leader with expertise at the intersection of finance and sustainability. Sustainability involves meeting current needs while preserving the ability of future generations to meet theirs, aligning with FCC's values.

Your team will help lending teams incorporate sustainability considerations into their deals—identifying opportunities and risks—and build capacity within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Support business units in integrating sustainability into their processes
• Assess environmental and social risks of each business and recommend loan structures
• Evaluate deals for alignment with FCC’s strategy and impact in the Canadian agriculture and food industry
• Draft submissions for reviews, compliance, and eligibility efficiently and thoroughly
• Participate in all transaction stages, liaising between Credit and other teams
• Contribute to policy and process improvements for sustainability integration
• Engage with external industry players and internal teams to embed sustainability practices
• Collaborate on developing FCC’s sustainability-related strategies and initiatives

Qualifications

• Proven leadership with a collaborative approach
• Strong relationship-building skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Self-motivated with interest in agriculture industry

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, finance, agriculture, or related field, plus 8+ years of experience or equivalent
• Experience applying sustainability practically within financial or agricultural organizations
• Experience integrating non-credit risks and sustainability into lending and stakeholder engagement
• Graduate degree or certifications (SASB, CFA, CBV, ESG, GARP SCR) are advantageous

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing