Director, Sustainable Finance, Banking, London, UK

We are currently recruiting for a prestigious Global Bank seeking a highly motivated and experienced professional to join their team as the Director of Sustainable Finance. This is a strategic leadership role based in London, United Kingdom, with a primary focus on driving the Sustainable Finance business in the EMEA region for the bank.

Job Responsibilities

As the Director of Sustainable Finance, you will play a pivotal role in advancing the bank’s sustainability agenda and ensuring the achievement of target sustainable finance revenues for Europe. Your responsibilities will include:

Strategic Leadership: Lead and execute the sustainable finance strategy for the EMEA region, aligning it with the bank’s global sustainability goals.
Client Engagement: Engage with clients at a senior level to drive deep and focused strategic conversations around sustainability and sustainable finance solutions.
Revenue Generation: Develop and implement initiatives to meet or exceed target sustainable finance revenues for Continental Europe.
Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including regulators, peers, market participants, government bodies, and sustainability organizations.
Product Development: Contribute to the development of innovative sustainable finance products and solutions that meet the evolving needs of clients.
Market Intelligence: Stay informed about industry trends, ESG regulations, and market dynamics to provide strategic insights to the bank.
Risk Management: Assess and manage sustainability-related risks in client engagements and transactions.
Reporting: Prepare and deliver reports on sustainable finance activities and achievements to senior management.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).
Extensive experience in sustainable finance, investment banking, or a related field, with a strong track record of success.
In-depth knowledge of ESG principles, sustainable finance products, and market trends.
Excellent understanding of regulatory frameworks and requirements related to sustainable finance.
Proven ability to engage and influence senior-level clients and stakeholders.
Exceptional leadership and team management skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Fluent in English; proficiency in other European languages is a plus.

If you are a results-driven, forward-thinking professional with a passion for sustainability and sustainable finance, and you are ready to take on a leadership role in a global bank, we would love to hear from you.

Job Status

Open

Job Type

Permanent

Job Posted

2023/09/16

Salary

£ 180,000

Job Reference

170-2023-H

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