AVP - Environmental Sustainability

Acre is working with a leading bank to help them hire an AVP of Environmental Sustainability.

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They are one of the leading banks in the UK with a strong commitment to sustainability and backing from the board. Reporting to the Lead for Environmental Sustainability, you will be working on further developing the environmental strategy, sector-wise emissions reduction targets and portfolio alignment while also working on external engagement with industry bodies like NZBA and GFANZ.

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You will be responsible for:

• Supporting the development of environmental sustainability targets and ambitions

• Building the team's capability as a centre of excellence for environmental sustainability

• Developing thought leadership on emerging topics across environment and nature

• Closely following developments with regard to industry and sector decarbonisation initiatives

• Engaging in external industry initiatives that help the sector to evolve approaches to net zero, portfolio alignment and sector decarbonisation

• Supporting the work to evolve the group's position on environment and climate change, taking into account stakeholder expectations, industry trends and peer activity

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The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:

• Good understanding of SBTi and portfolio alignment for financial institutions

• Knowledge of decarbonisation pathways and solutions for hard-to-abate sectors

• Experience of working in a multi-stakeholder environment and collaborating with various teams to drive projects

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

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This is an exciting opportunity to work with one of the UK's most admired banks with a great team and excellent benefits. If you are interested in this opportunity and have the necessary skills and experience, then please apply or reach out to Bibin Emmanuel at bibin.emmanuel@acre.com.