The Client:
A dynamic, progressive, market-leading global consultancy firm.
The Opportunity:
To join our client as a Sustainable Finance Manager to develop, scale and lead our client’s Sustainable Finance service offering sitting within the wider FS Advisory division.
My client will also consider Senior Manager/Director level for the right candidate DOE.
Work alongside some of the most prominent FS Advisory professionals nationally and across the organisation’s wider global network.
Access to a unique client portfolio which includes some of the world’s most prominent FS organisations.
Unrivalled career development opportunities - Partner/Head of Division progression opportunities are a reality for the right person.
Exceptional coaching and training programme to maximise professional development.
Agile working in a positive company culture environment.
Competitive financial package including superb ancillary benefits.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Identify and solve complex business issues for clients from strategy to execution ensuring a consistent best-in-class service.
Work with various stakeholders, both in Ireland and the wider global group, to best resolve issues facing clients.
Stay abreast of relevant legal, regulatory and ESG developments and advise clients appropriately.
Act as the organisation’s Sustainable Finance Subject Matter Expert.
Work with Partners and colleagues within the wider FS Advisory team to develop, shape and scale a world-class Sustainable Finance advisory service offering.
Horizon scan for relevant regulatory changes, perform gap analysis and advise clients accordingly.
Anticipate stakeholder needs and develop, discuss and help implement solutions.
Lead, manage and deliver on multiple projects, liaising with relevant internal, client, and external stakeholders.
Oversee and deliver formal and informal reports and presentations.
Lead, prepare and present persuasive proposals for new client work.
Coach and mentor team members to achieve project and career objectives
Recruit talented professionals to grow the team
???????Key SKills & Requirements:
Minimum of 5 years' relevant experience in a Sustainable Finance, Responsible Investments, ESG advisory role.
Bachelors’ degree in finance, economics or related area required.
A relevant primary or advanced degree e.g. finance, business, law, engineering, MBA or equivalent or Formal project management qualifications e.g. Prince2 or Post-graduate qualification in Environmental Technology, Environmental Sciences and/or Sustainable Finance preferred. Finance, Economics, Accounting, Engineering, Mathematics and/or CFA desirable.
Demonstrated interest in sustainability in general (i.e experience in Green & Social Bonds, sustainable finance or analysis of corporate sustainability strategy, responsible investing, environmental and climate finance) and relevant issues affecting the FS sector.
Experience liaising with relevant supervisory authorities/ regulators advantageous.
Excellent understanding of leading business practices.
Proven project / programme management experience within agreed deadlines and budgets.
Excellent client relationship and stakeholder engagement and management skills.
Experience managing teams on multiple assignments simultaneously.
Excellent communication skills - oral and written.
Adaptable with a solutions-focused and innovative approach.
Excellent Excel, PowerPoint and report writing skills.