About the role
AI summarisedThis role is for a Senior Associate/AVP in Environmental and Social (E&S) Risk within Sustainable Finance at an institutional banking group. The position involves assessing E&S risks in lending and investment transactions, developing sustainable finance frameworks, and supporting the bank's sustainability strategy.
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Key Responsibilities
- Conduct environmental and social risk assessments for corporate and institutional banking transactions.
- Develop and maintain E&S risk management frameworks and policies.
- Provide advisory support to relationship managers on sustainable finance opportunities.
- Monitor regulatory developments related to sustainable finance and ESG.
- Prepare E&S risk reports and presentations for management and committees.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to integrate ESG considerations into credit risk processes.
- Support the development of green and sustainable finance products.
- Engage with clients on their sustainability practices and disclosures.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Environmental Science, Business, or related field.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in risk management, sustainable finance, or ESG advisory.
- Strong understanding of environmental and social risk assessment methodologies.
- Knowledge of sustainable finance frameworks (e.g., IFC Performance Standards, Equator Principles).
- Excellent analytical and report writing skills.
- Ability to communicate complex ESG issues to non-specialist stakeholders.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CFA, PRM, FRM) are preferred.
- Experience in banking or financial services is highly desirable.
- Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.