Head of Regulated Portfolio

OSTTRA; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 80.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A global leader in sustainability is seeking an experienced professional to lead ESG ratings and strategy. The role involves overseeing compliance with EU regulations and managing a team of experts. Candidates must have over 15 years' experience in ESG or sustainable finance, with strong leadership and communication skills. Fluency in English is required, and additional languages are a plus. This position is located in Madrid, Spain, offering a dynamic and strategic role in driving sustainability initiatives.

Formación

• 15+ years of experience in ESG ratings or related fields.
• Deep understanding of EU and UK regulations (CSRD, EU Taxonomy, SFDR).
• Excellent communication for stakeholder engagement.

Responsabilidades

• Shape ESG rating strategy aligned with regulations.
• Lead global team of ESG experts.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Conocimientos

Leadership in risk and compliance

Fluency in English

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Agility in navigating technical domains

Educación

Legal or financial qualifications (CFA, ACA, LLM)

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Grade Level (for internal use): 14

The Team: Sustainable 1 (S1) is part of S&P Global Energy and focuses on integrating sustainability into business practices and decision‑making. The role leads a newly formed group focused on regulated products and serves on the S1 leadership team.

Responsibilities and Impact

• Strategic Leadership
  • Shape the entity’s ESG rating strategy in line with evolving EU and UK regulations.
  • Monitor global ESG regulatory trends and advise on strategic implications.
  • Drive market‑relevant innovation in ESG analytics aligned with investor, financial institution and corporate needs while maintaining regulatory integrity.
• Team Management - Lead and inspire a global team of 15 ESG and climate experts fostering a culture of integrity, excellence and innovation.
• Strategic Influence - Report directly to the Head of the Business contributing to strategic decisions and long‑term planning for the regulated entity.
• Regulatory Compliance & Authorization
  • Lead the entity’s application for ESMA authorization or recognition as an ESG rating provider.
  • Ensure ongoing compliance with Regulatory Technical Standards (RTS).
  • Manage and oversee all regulated methodologies and models to ensure full compliance with EU regulatory frameworks and internal governance standards.
• Governance & Risk Management
  • Ensure adherence to conflict‑of‑interest safeguards.
  • Implement robust internal controls and audit mechanisms to meet regulatory expectations and requirements.
  • Ensure board‑level oversight of ESG rating activities and regulatory risks.
• Methodology Oversight and Integrity
  • Oversee development and validation of ESG rating methodologies.
  • Ensure rigor, consistency, integrity, quality, traceability and transparency in all regulated methodologies.
  • Maintain fluency in ESG and climate models, translating complex technical concepts into accessible language for non‑technical audiences.
  • Ensure consistent application of methodologies and compliance with governance processes in their maintenance and management.
• Stakeholder Engagement
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for regulators and external stakeholders representing the entity with clarity and authority.
  • Lead responses to regulatory consultations and enforcement inquiries.
  • Ensure alignment across SPGI with respect to ESG ratings.
  • Promote understanding of ESG ratings among clients and the public.
  • Collaborate regularly with legal, compliance, risk, governance, government affairs and senior leadership teams to ensure alignment and transparency.

What We Are Looking For

• Basic Required Qualifications
  • Proven experience in financial regulation, ESG ratings or sustainable finance.
  • Deep understanding of EU and UK regulatory frameworks, including CSRD, EU Taxonomy and SFDR.
  • Strong leadership in risk, compliance and governance functions.
  • Excellent communication skills for regulatory and stakeholder engagement.
  • Legal or financial qualifications preferred (e.g., CFA, ACA, LLM).
• Extensive Experience - Minimum of 15 years in ESG ratings, climate methodologies or related domains.
• Location Requirement – Must be based in the EU or the UK.
• Language proficiency – Fluent in English; additional fluency in French or another official EU language is a strong asset.
• Additional Preferred Qualifications
  • High proficiency in modeling, quantitative analysis and data interpretation.
  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
  • Demonstrated agility in navigating technical, regulatory and strategic domains.
  • Proven track record of operating under strict codes of conduct with a high sense of integrity.

About S&P Global Energy

S&P Global Energy is a division of S&P Global, providing a comprehensive view of global energy and commodities markets to help customers make superior decisions and create long‑term sustainable value. Our core capabilities include Platts for news and pricing; CERA for research and advisory; Horizons for energy expansion and sustainability solutions; and Events for industry collaboration.

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