ESG Manager

Job title:

ESG Manager

Company

Lewis Davey

Job description

ESG Manager Lewis Davey is recruiting an ESG Manager– all things CSRD. We are looking to speak with ESG experts who bring structure and compliance to the reporting piece and have a good grip of data, along with a collaborative approach. This is an in-house opportunity to join an owner, operator and developer of sustainable prime urban real estate. This role would suit someone with plc experience, perhaps a good consultancy-based background or big 4. Someone who is familiar with audits, how it works, how to prepare for it and how to strategise. Understanding all the risks, TCFD, TNFD, CSRD, GHG reporting, compliance and EU Taxonomy. I am keen to speak with those who are dedicated to broad subject of ESG and can articulate to multiple teams, c-suite and property manager. This is a London based role with some office presence throughout the week. Role ESG Strategy and advisory

• Support the Head of ESG to deliver and promote the ESG Strategy through collaboration with the wider business
• Ensure the Group’s ESG framework aligns to emerging requirements and these are accounted for in planning processes
• Proactively monitor group compliance with prevailing or future regulatory requirements (e.g. CSRD, TCFD, TNFD, EU taxonomy etc.)

Reporting

• Develop and, working with internal and external stakeholders, deliver Group reporting and disclosure requirements for inclusion in Group Annual report and separate ESG Report
• Design and deliver new reporting to comply with CSRD and associated requirements (i.e. EU Taxonomy). Which is effective for the Group from 1 January 2025.
• Act as a conduit for ESG disclosure across the Group, ensuring accurate and timely recording aligned with the Group’s ESG framework
• Support reporting and disclosure to maximise coverage in external industry benchmarks
• Participate in internal ESG reporting to Board,GEC, GMC, Communication, Squads etc. including explanation of new and emerging reporting requirements

Project management

• Work with Asset Management Team to develop and ensure delivery of the ESG elements of the Asset Business Plans, coving all ESG pillars, focusing on compliance with regulation, corporate targets and external requirements
• Oversee the maintenance of ISO140001 and ISO 50001 accreditations for Energy and Environmental Management Systems (EEMS) in accordance with company objectives

Stakeholder engagement

• Represent externally at ESG events and forums to promote our strategy and achievements
• Support management of ESG partners and supply chain
• Support ESG engagement and materiality with key stakeholders including investors, joint venture partners and supply chain

Key measures:

• Successful delivery of ESG strategy, projects and initiatives
• Accurate and timely ESG reporting (verified by external assurance), particularly new CSRD and EU Taxonomy requirements
• Positive feedback from colleagues (i.e. asset managers) and external parties (property managers, retailers etc.)
• Maintenance of ISO accreditations
• Effective tracking of ESG budgeted projects

What you’ll need to succeed Education/Qualifications: Strong academic education and qualifications (ideally degree-level)

• Ideally qualifications in ESG
• Membership of a professional body (i.e. IEMA)

Essential Experience/Skills:

• Experience of ESG reporting and public disclosure, ideally CSRD and EU Taxonomy
• Good understanding of broader ESG regulations/market from a corporate perspective, ideally real estate
• Excellent data management and reporting skills
• Experience with climate transition strategies
• Proven ability of working with key stakeholders including both internal and external parties
• Experience of project management and reporting

Desirable Experience/Skills:

• Previous real estate, or retail/leisure experience
• Experience of maintaining an ISO140001/50001 certified Environment and Energy Management System

Please note that we will endeavour to review your application within two weeks and, if there is interest in your candidacy, a Consultant will be in touch. Unfortunately, due to the significant amount of applications we receive, we are unable to provide individual feedback so if you have not heard from us within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Thank you for your interest. All applications will be subject to Lewis Davey’s privacy policy which can be viewed here: Lewis Davey specialise in recruiting talented people across Town Planning, Cleantech & Sustainability and Environmental industries.

Expected salary

Location

London

Job date

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 07:04:56 GMT

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