Senior Corporate Engagement Associate, Investment Engagement

The Nature Conservancy (All); Remote; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading environmental organization in Germany is seeking a Senior Corporate Engagement Associate to drive corporate and investor engagement efforts. This role emphasizes integrating nature into financial decision-making to promote sustainable agricultural supply chains. Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree and significant experience in corporate engagement and sustainable finance. The position offers a chance to work collaboratively and lead high-impact projects. Competitive benefits and a flexible work environment are provided.

Leistungen

Health care benefits

401(k) plan with 8% employer match

Parental leave

Flexible work environment

Qualifikationen

• 4 years of experience in corporate engagement, sustainable finance, ESG, or conservation.
• Experience engaging with financial institutions or investor networks.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes.

Aufgaben

• Lead corporate and investor engagement efforts with financial institutions.
• Manage high-priority collaborations and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Monitor and report on engagement outcomes and market trends.

Kenntnisse

Corporate engagement

Sustainable finance

Project management

Communications

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in environmental policy, finance, business, political science, or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Senior Corporate Engagement Associate, Investment Engagement

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What We Can Achieve Together:

The Impact Finance & Markets Division (IFM) at The Nature Conservancy (TNC) provides technical and strategic leadership to create transformational impact with the private sector by translating the value of nature and conservation approaches into actionable, science‑based strategies that can help solve societal challenges. The Corporate Engagement (CE) team, one of three business units in the Impact Finance & Markets Division, provides technical leadership to translate the value of nature and conservation into actionable and standards‑aligned strategies for companies across the world.

We are seeking a dynamic and driven Senior Corporate Engagement Associate, Investment Engagement to help lead corporate and investor engagement efforts and manage high‑priority collaborations with Financial Institutions. This role is focused on integrating nature into financial decision‑making, with a strong thematic emphasis on sustainable agricultural supply chains. This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of finance, business, and environmental sustainability, and is ready to take ownership of strategic relationships and projects.

This is a two‑year term role with opportunities for extension, based on performance and funding.

We’re Looking for You:

Reporting to the Senior Corporate Engagement Advisor, Investment Engagement, you will be responsible for leading targeted engagement strategies with financial institutions, companies, and NGO partners. This role will own and manage a select number of high‑priority collaborations. You will take ownership for the project and coordinate with key stakeholders internally and externally, monitor and measure project progress, conduct corrective action as necessary, and communicate project status information to all stakeholders. You will perform risk management and conflict management, as well as collaboratively solve complex problems. You will utilize project management methodologies and processes and ensure all organizational and divisional standards are met. In addition to leading collaborations, a portion of your time will be dedicated to advancing initiatives, including capacity building with banks and asset managers, that align financial flows with nature‑positive outcomes in commodity‑linked sectors, particularly those associated with deforestation and ecosystem conversion.

RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE

• Drive strategic partnerships with financial institutions to embed biodiversity and nature‑related considerations into decision‑making. Ensures program compliance with internal policies and external requirement.
• Develops strategic partnerships with relevant groups to lead engagement strategies with financial institutions, investor forums, and corporate actors to promote nature‑positive approaches in agricultural supply chains.
• Serves as a team leader for assigned projects and coordinate the work of others, including managing and implementing complex projects, including setting project timelines, managing project teams, developing and managing project budgets, supporting deliverables, and communicating to stakeholders with a high degree of autonomy.
• Lead or co‑lead coordination of meetings, workshops, and webinars with corporate and civil society partners.
• Collaborate across internal teams (science, policy, regional) to ensure alignment and integration of nature‑related priorities.
• May manage or participate in complex negotiations.
• Develop and deliver tailored messaging and materials for external stakeholders, including senior leadership and partners.
• Manage relationships and outreach efforts with key financial sector actors and NGO collaborators.
• Monitor and report on engagement outcomes, market trends, and policy developments related to sustainable finance and deforestation‑free investment.

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental policy, finance, business, political science, international development or a related field and 4 years of experience in corporate engagement, sustainable finance, ESG, or conservation, or equivalent combination.
• Fluency in English.
• Experience engaging with financial institutions or investor networks.
• Experience in designing, implementing and directing multiple complex projects and ensuring program accountability.
• Experience working with corporate or NGO partners.
• Communications experience including preparing and presenting project proposals.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high‑quality outcomes in a fast‑paced, remote team environment.
• Experience using project management techniques and tools.

Desired Qualifications:

• Familiarity with sustainability frameworks (e.g., TNFD, SBTN, ESG reporting).
• Understanding of nature‑related risks, deforestation‑free finance, or commodity‑linked sustainability issues.

Who We Are:

The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science‑based organization, we create innovative, on‑the‑ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our mission and guided by our values, which include respect for all people, communities, and cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s many reasons to love life inside TNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.

What We Bring:

Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non‑profit into one of the most effective and wide‑reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world!

TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well‑being benefits. Learn more about our Benefits and Perks here.

We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports the health and well‑being of the people we employ.