Sustainability Specialist SG

CIMB Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading banking institution in Singapore is seeking a candidate focused on driving sustainability and Islamic banking initiatives. The ideal individual will possess a Bachelor's degree and 3–5 years of relevant experience in banking or sustainability, alongside excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. You'll work closely with CMBS & Treasury desks to meet targets while ensuring compliance with regulations. This offers a unique opportunity to contribute to sustainability objectives in banking.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in banking, financial advisory, or sustainability-related roles.
• Familiarity with ESG frameworks and sustainability-linked instruments.
• Knowledge of sustainability regulations and climate finance.

Responsibilities

• Work with CMBS & Treasury desks to identify key sustainability initiatives.
• Monitor sustainability and Islamic profitability to meet budgets.
• Ensure compliance with shariah and regulatory guidelines.

Skills

Financial acumen

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree from recognised university

Tools

Data analysis and reporting tools

Job description

Description

Job Responsibilities

Strategy and Planning

1. To work with relevant CMBS & Treasury desks to identify key focus areas, products and initiatives, that can achieve Sustainability & Islamic targets faster for Sustainability & Islamic CMBS & Treasury
2. To work with relevant CMBS, Treasury & FI desks to execute new Sustainability & Islamic products and initiatives on time in order to meet Sustainability & Islamic CMBS & Treasury budgets

Business Performance and Management

1. To work with relevant CMBS & Treasury desks to actively monitor Sustainability & Islamic profitability for Islamic CMBS & Treasury to ensure business is on track to meet budget
2. To work with relevant CMBS & Treasury desks to handle and update systems, processes and products to ensure they keep pace with clients, regulatory/shariah and market demands

People Management

1. To network with colleagues from other departments, potential clients and potential sources of clients in order to originate initiatives

Regulatory Compliance

1. To work with relevant CMBS & Treasury desks to ensure business complies with shariah, MAS regulations and other guidelines on Sustainability & Islamic Banking
2. To work with relevant CMBS & Treasury desks to handle audit on Sustainability & Islamic Banking

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from recognised university
• 3–5 years of experience in banking, financial advisory, or sustainability-related roles, preferably with exposure to Islamic Banking.
• Familiarity with ESG frameworks, sustainability-linked instruments, and global reporting standards (e.g.,RI, TCFD, SASB).
• Strong financial acumen and understanding of credit and risk assessment.
• Knowledge of sustainability regulations, ESG risk management, and climate finance.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to develop effective metrics and monitor sustainability performance.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools.