Head of ESG - London, United Kingdom - Lorien

Description

Our leading financial services client is looking for a Head of ESG to join their team for an initial 6-month contract, with a strong possibility of extension.

will be a subject matter expert responsible for leading the work to successfully deliver the Group's sustainability strategies and targets, including net zero target and transition, and broader response to key environmental issues in the Supply Chain.

will act as subject matter expert supporting the development of sustainability, including climate change related propositions, projects and risk management activity.

will act as an external spokesperson on sustainability and climate change related matters, including engaging with industry wide initiatives, conducting thought leadership and communicating and building relationships with external stakeholders.

will track the latest developments in the business, market and policy response to sustainability, climate change and broader environmental issues, such as waste and biodiversity loss, ensuring the group has a cutting edge strategy in place.

have the opportunity to work on a broad range of initiatives across the business and be accountable for ensuring delivery of various initiatives, working with a wide range of stakeholders across the will have a strong understanding of concepts and principles of sustainability and ESG with a financial services focus, as well as project management skills.

A key aspect of this role involves networking and brokering connections across the organisation to broaden knowledge and effect change.

Similarly, you are expected to network externally and broker relationships and contacts that can help us to unlock additional opportunities as an organisation and collaborate to win.

you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know so we can help you to be at your best.