This role involves managing and investigating reputational and environmental & social risks across financial services. Primary responsibilities include reviewing ESGR risk assessment forms, undertaking ESG due diligence, providing oversight on first-line activities, identifying risk mitigations, preparing committee papers, and driving development of sectoral position statements. The role requires actively liaising with client coverage, sustainable finance, corporate finance, and trade finance teams to manage existing and emerging environmental and social risks.
Ideal candidates must possess 10+ years of relevant experience in environmental/social risk management or sustainability risk within banking. Required qualifications include an academic degree in Science, Management, Sustainability, or Engineering specifically related to environmental/social risk. Candidates should demonstrate strong risk management skills, ability to transform risk strategies into policies, comprehensive understanding of ESG regulatory landscapes, and proven track record in assessing client and transaction risks.
Standard Chartered offers a competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits including core bank funding for retirement savings, medical and life insurance, flexible working options, proactive wellbeing support, continuous learning opportunities, and an inclusive organizational culture. The bank emphasizes professional growth, work-life balance, and provides opportunities to develop skills in a diverse, global environment committed to driving commerce and prosperity.
