Our client, a highly regarded institutional asset manager, is looking to hire an experienced policy or stewardship professional to lead on corporate engagement activity.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 shaping the firm’s response to the climate challenge and the firm’s Net Zero commitment.Key Responsibilities:Drive corporate engagement activities and develop an engagement agendaResearch themes for engagement and collaborate with portfolio managers and analysts to prioritise objectivesEngage with industry consultations on ESG issuesDevelop and take ownership of internal stewardship process, including company responses and inquiriesBuild important working relationships with the Investment team and assist with investment-related projectsContribute to presentations for existing and prospective clientsCandidate Profile:Relevant work experience in sustainability, public policy, investor relations or related fieldDeep knowledge of climate change and the transition to a low carbon economyUnderstanding of institutional investors and financial marketsProven 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