Location
Job-type Permanent
Salary $Competitive
Reference BBBH12477_1614983644

Acre is thrilled to partner with a leading provider in private equity capital, investing across the energy value chain in North America. Our client has a strong track record,growing rapidly and evaluating new and exciting investment opportunities, specifically within ESG best practices.

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This thought leader is defining and shaping the future of energy on a global platform, broadening the discussion and education around public policy, renewables, climate change, and much more.

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The ESG Lead will be joining the team in Houston, TX to support the successful development, execution and evolution of this ESG vision, strategy and implementation. This key hire will be integrating ESG policies and goals in the investment lifecycle and Portfolio Companies management practices. Reporting to the Head of ESG, you will play a key role in leading the impact through strategy development, assessing both risks and opportunities under several ESG topics.

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Key Responsibilities:

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  • Establish ESG best practices - including analysis, monitoring, reporting and evaluation of ESG criteria performance across portfolios, aligning with global standards such as GRI, CDP, SASB, and/or TFCD.

  • Compile and maintain comprehensive databases of ESG topics and trends to support the implementation and integration of such ESG factors.

  • Support stakeholder engagement with research on ESG themes, overall client engagement, drafting client correspondence and reports, and public policy work.

  • Assess climate change risks and opportunities for best implementation practice, across the Energy Industry.

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Experience Sought:

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  • Relevant bachelor's degree, with a demonstrated interest/experience in ESG issues and themes (e.g. human rights, diversity, climate change) is required. An advanced degree is an advantage (e.g. ACCA, MBA, CFA or similar).

  • Diverse experience across sustainability risks & opportunities and best practice implementation across the Energy Industry and Climate Change

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills in a client facing environment.

  • Minimum 5 years' experience working in related or relevant field is preferred.

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Please apply directly to express your interest in this role. If you have any questions, please contact Allegra Walker at allegra.walker@acre.com.