Esg Specialist

ESG Specialist £50000- £60000 Hemel Hempstead Hertfordshire ~This could be full or part time

- Supporting both Investor Relations and ESG functions, this is a highly visible position under Brand Strategy Office that is the first point of contact with its investment community.
- Overseeing the communication between existing and potential shareholders in addition to broader market participants including analysts, client advisors, corporate communication advisors and media.
- Develop materials for external communication such as annual reports, sustainability reports, and media releases in addition to conducting in depth sector research and contributing to Investor Relations and ESG strategy.
- ESG Reporting:

- Develop and manage a comprehensive program on sustainability and the environment
- Develop the process of external certification, accreditation and reporting on sustainability

**Required skills & experience**

- 5+ years of experience in corporate ESG, with direct experience developing and implementing CSR/ESG reporting programs is required
- Prior exposure to Investor Relations will be looked upon favourably
- Familiarity with ESG reporting standards and frameworks
- Skills and experience in sustainability goal development, KPI tracking, data analytics and reporting tools
- Demonstrate commercial confidence coupled with the ability to interact with a wide range of financial and non-financial stakeholders with ease.
- Experience delivering projects aligned with large scale corporate goals through influence and collaboration
- Exceptional verbal and written communication and program management skills
- High level of attention to detail.
- Capacity to work independently and simultaneously handle a variety of complex matters under deadline pressure
- Team-oriented, with provide ability to form strong working relationships and work cross-functionally to drive results
- Strong interpersonal skills with ability to build and maintain a network of relationships which facilitate deal flow
- Self-starter who can excel in a fast-paced, highly demanding and fluid and uncertain environment
**Education and Experience**

1. Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree such as MBA, JD or is preferred

2. Working knowledge of ESG ratings and rankings is preferred