Sustainability Investment Specialist

Mason Blake; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global asset management firm based in London is seeking a Sustainability Specialist to champion sustainability within the investment team. The ideal candidate will have experience in ESG-focused roles and a strong understanding of equity markets. Responsibilities include enhancing sustainability in decision-making processes and engaging with clients on sustainability issues. This position offers an opportunity to contribute actively to ESG strategies and product development.

Qualifications

• Experience working in asset management, particularly in an ESG focused role.
• Strong understanding of equity markets.
• Ability to clearly articulate investment processes.

Responsibilities

• Enhance sustainability across investment decision-making.
• Client contact on sustainability issues.
• Participate in internal ESG discussions.

Skills

Relevant experience in ESG/sustainability

Understanding of equity markets

Articulating investment processes

Collaborative work approach

Self-starter mentality

Education

Degree education

Job description

Overview

Our client, a global asset manager, is looking to recruit a Sustainability Specialist to join their Global Equities investment team. The purpose of this role is to act as the sustainability champion within the investment team. This individual will be the main point of contact with internal and external stakeholders on any ESG related investment matters.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Portfolio Managers and Analysts to ensure the continued evolution and enhancement of sustainability across the investment decision-making process.
• Key point of contact with clients on sustainability issues, regularly participating in client meetings and new business pitches.
• Participate in and contribute to internal ESG discussions.
• Assist with the targeting and coordination of strategic engagement activity.
• Work with Sales & Marketing departments to ensure high quality sustainability related content in presentation slides, RFP responses, and sustainability reports.
• Support the product development team with sustainability related product strategy/development.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Relevant experience working for an asset manager, ideally in an ESG/sustainability focused role.
• Strong understanding of equity markets.
• Ability to clearly articulate an investment process.
• Degree educated.
• Collaborative approach to work.
• Highly motivated self-starter with a strong work ethic.

Mason Blake acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Mason Blake is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications regardless of sex, marital status, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religious belief or age.

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