Manager, Sustainable Development

John Swire & Sons (HK) Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

John Swire & Sons (H.K.) Limited is seeking a Manager, Sustainable Development to translate the group sustainability strategy into programmes and lead delivery across reporting, governance and the Sustainable Development Fund in collaboration with operating companies and stakeholders.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or above with at least 7 years in corporate or consultancy sustainability, strong stakeholder engagement, and proficiency in Microsoft Office; Chinese language capability is a

Qualifications

• Experience leading complex sustainability programmes and teams.
• Knowledge of corporate sustainability strategy, governance and reporting.
• Strong project and people management with ability to handle competing priorities.
• Excellent written and spoken English; Chinese is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Sustainable Development in developing the group strategy and annual priorities.
• Lead the team and oversee delivery across sustainability programmes and reporting.
• Manage production of Sustainability Report and content in Annual Reports.
• Oversee data, methodologies and controls for reliable reporting.
• Coordinate materials for committees and board reporting.
• Oversee ESG ratings and external stakeholder requests.
• Manage the Sustainable Development Fund including governance and reporting.
• Oversee departmental resources, budget and external providers.
• Monitor policy developments and coordinate group-wide responses.

Skills

Project management

People management

Stakeholder engagement

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Swire Group is a highly-diversified global corporation, with businesses encompassing property, beverages and food chain, aviation, marine, as well as trading and industrial activities. Its core businesses are mainly focused in Asia, with its key operations in Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland. Within Asia, Swire's activities come under the Group's publicly quoted arm, Swire Pacific Limited, which is the largest shareholder in two Hong Kong listed companies: Swire Properties and Cathay Pacific Airways.

John Swire & Sons (H.K.) Limited is the holding company of the publicly-listed conglomerate, Swire Pacific Limited. Our Sustainable Development Department is now inviting candidates to apply for the following position:

Manager, Sustainable Development

Sustainable development is a strategic imperative for our businesses and part of our overall approach to building long-term value for our shareholders. Reporting to the Head of Sustainable Development, the role will translate Group sustainability strategy into programmes and lead the team’s delivery across sustainability reporting, governance and the Sustainable Development Fund, working closely with operating companies and other stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

Support the Head of Sustainable Development in developing the Group sustainability strategy and translating it into annual priorities, programmes and resource plans

Lead and develop the team, managing priorities and ensuring delivery across sustainability programmes and reporting

Manage production of the Sustainability Report and sustainability content in Annual Reports

Oversee sustainability data, methodologies and controls to support reliable reporting and external assurance

Coordinate materials for sustainability committees and working groups, and contribute to Audit Committee, management and Board reporting

Oversee ESG ratings and external stakeholder requests, ensuring consistent responses

Manage the Sustainable Development Fund, including the portfolio oversight, governance, decision process, benefits tracking and senior reporting

Manage departmental resources, budget and external providers

Monitor sustainability-related policy developments and coordinate Group-wide responses with operating companies

To be successful in this role, you must have:

A Bachelor’s degree or above in sustainability, environmental management, finance, business, governance or a related discipline. A relevant postgraduate qualification is preferable

A minimum of 7 years of relevant corporate or consultancy experience, includaing management of complex sustainability programmes and professional teams

Knowledge of corporate sustainability strategy, governance and reporting requirements

Strong project and people management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and develop team capability

Effective stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, with the ability to work with senior stakeholders, operating companies and external advisers

Sound judgement, organisation skills and attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with familiarity using emerging AI-powered tools in daily work

Excellent command of written and spoken English. Chinese language capability is an advantage

We are an equal opportunities employer dedicated to fostering a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace. AsacorporatepartnerofCareER,we welcome and encourage applications from candidates with different abilities, experiences and backgrounds.

We are committed to creating an accessible recruitment process. If you are unable to submit your application online, or require any accommodations or special assistance during any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know at ••••@jsshk.com or by mailing to 5/F One Taikoo Place, 979 King's Road, Quarry Bay, Hong Kong.

We will contact all shortlisted candidates. All personal data collected will be kept strictly confidential, used solely for recruitment and selection purposes, and handled in accordance with the Hong Kong Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance.