AVP/VP, ESG Investment Management (Based in NY)

About the role

The ESG Investment Management team is seeking an experienced ESG professional to support ESG integration for new investment opportunities and targeted portfolio company engagement.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Investment Group to identify and assess material environmental and social issues for investment targets, from both risk management and value uplift lens
• Ensure value protection and value add through post-investment engagement and development of ESG action plans with key portfolio companies in partnership with the Investment Group
• Build and deepen relationships with Temasek’s key external asset managers to foster greater exchange of ESG best practices and enhance ESG integration for co-underwrites and co-investments
• Conduct research and deliver thematic reports on cross-cutting ESG topics and megatrends impacting investment decisions, portfolio management and value creation
• Support the continued development of Temasek sustainability knowledge repository through delivery of ESG tools and guidelines, curation of ESG case studies and ESG learning sessions for the Investment Group and portfolio companies
• Manage and expand knowledge network of ESG consultants, subject matter experts and partners to leverage external capabilities for ESG pre-investment due diligence and post-investment value creation
• Partner with and support the Chief Sustainability Officer, the Director, ESG Investment Management, and other teams across the Sustainability Group in advancing and executing on broader strategic priorities
• Prepare and deliver internal and external updates related to ESG activities and broader trends

Requirements

• Bachelor degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Public Policy, Sustainability, or related disciplines; Master’s degree or higher is preferred
• At least ten years of work experience in ESG integration, sustainability implementation or sustainable investing in private equity, investment management, management consulting or within an operating company
• Robust understanding of ESG opportunities and risks, especially in critical sustainability themes (climate, social and nature) as they apply and shape long-term corporate strategies
• Collaborative, curious and agile in working across geographies and diverse teams in a fast-changing environment – including work hours that can extend across global time zones
• Team player with strong intercultural awareness, team orientation and strong ownership and work ethic with demonstrated track record of initiating, driving, and executing across multiple initiatives, including responsibilities beyond the initial scope
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail and clarity in presenting complex information
• Familiarity with the use of artificial intelligence tools is a plus

Qualifications

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Benefits

Actual base salary within the range of US$170k to US$230k annually (not including additional incentive compensation).

Pay

Base salary range: US$170k to US$230k annually

Schedule

N/A