Our client, a highly regarded institutional asset manager, is looking to hire an experienced ESG engagement professional to help support the growth of the firm’s company engagement process.This is a newly created position to represent the firm on some of the most important issues facing society and the investments they make. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and successfully implementing the engagement programme.Key Responsibilities:Drive corporate engagement activities and support the development of an engagement agendaResearch themes for engagement and collaborate with fund managers and analysts to prioritise objectivesManage progress of engagement programmes against objectivesEngage with industry consultations on ESG issuesBuild important working relationships with the Investment team and assist with investment-related projectsContribute to presentations for existing and prospective clientsCandidate Profile:Relevant experience in an ESG engagement role at another buy-side firmUnderstanding of institutional investors and financial marketsStrong academic background, educated to degree levelProven presentation, communication and influencing skillsDriven, strategic thinking and ability to manage and strengthen working relationshipsAbility to engage with clients, corporates and industry bodies at a high levelApply for this job#J-18808-Ljbffr