Manager Environmental & Social Risk Management– Risk Management Group

Allied Bank Limited; Lahore; On-site; PKR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Bank Limited in Lahore seeks an experienced ESG Risk professional to advance E&S risk assessment, policy implementation, and green finance initiatives in line with IFRS S1/S2, SASB and GRI guidelines. You will develop and present risk reports, advise obligors, and collaborate across functions to ensure policy compliance and data-driven decisions.

The role requires 5–7 years of ESG experience in banking, strong analytical skills, and a solid foundation in environmental science or related

Qualifications

• Master or Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, MBA or related field from an HEI recognized by HEC
• 5 to 7 years of experience in ESG/risk management within banking or financial services
• Strong knowledge of national/international sustainability standards and regulatory requirements
• Analytical mindset with ability to analyse large datasets and assess E&S risks
• Proficient in IT systems and applications; data reporting and visualization skills

Responsibilities

• Implement E&S risk policies, frameworks, roadmaps, strategies and targets for the Bank
• Conduct and report environmental and social risk assessments of credit proposals
• Develop and present E&S risk reports to internal and external stakeholders
• Provide Green Advisory Services to the Bank and to current and potential obligors
• Collaborate with other Bank functions to ensure implementation of E&S risk policies and procedures
• Identify staff training needs to support career progression
• Perform under pressure with strong problem-solving and multitasking abilities
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, banking operations and policies

Job description

Key Responsibilities/Required Skill set:

• Good Knowledge of key national and international sustainability standards such as IFRS S1&S2, SASB, GRI, TCFD, TNFD, GHG protocol, Ministry of Climate Change (GoP), Provincial Governments, SBP, SECP and Reporting and Disclosure Guidelines of various countries and Green Taxonomies;
• Good knowledge of national and international Environmental and Social (E&S) laws, policies and regulatory requirements;
• Strong knowledge of E&S risk assessment policies, procedures, strategies, methodologies and practices;
• Good knowledge of green financing, green bonds and social impact bonds and sustainable equity strategies;
• Ability to analyse large datasets to measure carbon footprints and evaluate E&S risks;
• Fair knowledge of IT systems/applications;
• To implement E&S risk policies, frameworks, roadmaps, strategies and targets of the Bank;
• To conduct and report environmental and social (E&S) risk assessment of credit portfolio and to provide effective support through E&S risk assessment of credit proposals;
• To ensure that E&S risks are mitigated and opportunities are maximized;
• To develop and present various E&S risk reports to the internal and external stakeholders;
• To provide Green Advisory Services to the Bank and the existing as well as potential obligors;
• To collaborate with other functions of the Bank to ensure implementation of E&S risk policies and procedures;
• To identify staff training needs assessment to ensure their career progression;
• Any other assignment assigned by the line management;
• Meticulous attention to details required for data assurance;
• Should have strong analytical, critical thinking and multi-tasking skills;
• Ability to work under pressure, problem solving and decision-making skills;
• Thorough knowledge of regulatory requirements, banking operations and other banking policies, procedures.

Location: Lahore

Experience: 5 to 7 years of experience in relevant field.

Qualification:

Preferably Master or at least Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, MBA or any other related degree from HEC Recognized university/Institute.