ESG Risk Officer (M/F)

Banco Finantia; Lisboa; Híbrido; EUR 90 000 - 130 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Banco Finantia is seeking an ESG Risk Officer to embed ESG risk considerations across the Group's risk management framework. The role focuses on integrating ESG factors into Credit Risk, Portfolio Monitoring and RAF, and developing climate risk methodologies including NGFS stress testing.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in a relevant field and has 10+ years of experience, with at least 4 years in ESG risk management. Fluency in English is required; Portuguese language skills are a plus.

Qualificações

• Master’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Management or related field.
• 10+ years of professional experience, including at least 4 years focused on ESG Risk Management.
• Solid understanding of banking risk management frameworks and ESG regulatory requirements (EBA/ECB).
• Experience in climate risk assessment covering physical and transition risks.

Responsabilidades

• Implement and operationalize the Group ESG Risk Framework across units and geographies.
• Integrate ESG factors into Credit Risk, Portfolio Monitoring and the Risk Appetite Framework (RAF).
• Develop climate risk methodologies, including NGFS climate stress testing exercises.
• Prepare ESG regulatory disclosures, including Pillar III ESG requirements and CSRD reporting.
• Collaborate with Risk, Finance, IT and Business teams to ensure effective ESG risk management and reporting; engage regulators and auditors.

Conhecimentos

ESG risk management

Risk analytics

Data-driven decision making

Stakeholder communication

Regulatory knowledge

Climate risk assessment

Formação académica

Master’s degree in Mathematics/Statistics/Economics/Management

Ferramentas

NGFS climate stress testing tools

CSRD/ESG reporting frameworks

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Be at the forefront of ESG Risk Management

In a rapidly changing financial landscape, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) risks have become a key component of sustainable banking and responsible decision-making.

We are looking for anESG Risk Officerto join our Group Risk Department and play a key role in embedding ESG risk considerations across the Group’s risk management framework, ensuring alignment with regulatory expectations and strategic objectives.

This opportunity is ideal for an experienced professional with a strong background in risk management and ESG, who is passionate about sustainable finance, data-driven decision-making and the development of innovative risk methodologies.

Your impact

• The implementation and operationalization of the Group’s ESG Risk Framework across business units and geographies;
• The integration of ESG factors into Credit Risk Assessment, Portfolio Monitoring and the Risk Appetite Framework (RAF);
• The development of climate risk methodologies, including NGFS climate stress testing exercises and physical and transition risk metrics;
• The monitoring, assessment and reporting of ESG-related risks across the Group;
• The enhancement of ESG data capabilities through the integration of external providers, data quality improvements and automation initiatives;
• The preparation of ESG regulatory disclosures, including Pillar III ESG requirements and CSRD reporting;
• The development of ESG policies, sectoral limits and risk governance processes;
• The incorporation of ESG considerations into ICAAP and ILAAP processes under both baseline and stress scenarios;
• Collaboration with Risk, Finance, IT and Business teams to ensure effective ESG risk management and reporting;
• Engagement with regulators, auditors and international subsidiaries on ESG-related matters.

Profile

• Master’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Management or a related field;
• More than 10 years of professional experience, including at least 4 years focused on ESG Risk Management, preferably within the banking sector, corporate environment or specialized ESG consulting;
• Solid understanding of banking risk management frameworks and ESG regulatory requirements, including EBA and ECB guidelines;
• Experience in climate risk assessment, covering both physical and transition risks;
• Strong knowledge of ESG metrics, ESG data providers and methodologies used to address data gaps and proxy approaches;
• Familiarity with EU Taxonomy, CSRD and SFDR frameworks;
• Experience contributing to ICAAP, ILAAP, IFRS 9, stress testing and regulatory reporting processes;
• Strong analytical skills and experience working with data-driven risk management initiatives;
• Fluency in English; Spanish will be considered an advantage;
• Excellent communication skills, critical thinking, proactivity and a strong sense of responsibility.

Why work at Banco Finantia?

Join a team at the forefront of ESG risk integration within an international banking environment. You will have the opportunity to shape how sustainability risks are embedded into strategic decision-making, work closely with senior stakeholders and regulators, and contribute to the evolution of the Group’s risk management framework.