ESG Specialist (12 Month FTC), Major Technology Private Equity Investor, London, UK

About our client

Our client, a leading investor in software and services businesses globally, is looking for an ESG Specialist to join its ESG team on a 12-month contract and contribute to its market-leading ESG strategy and programme.

What the job involves

1. The role is a 12-month full-time contract within the ESG team. The candidate will play a key role in delivering against our ESG strategy, with a key focus on Hg's ESG compliance requirements.
2. Lead efforts regarding global ESG regulatory developments and updates.
3. Ensure the firm is complying with relevant legislation such as CSRD, TCFD, SFDR, SECR, MSA, ESOS, EU taxonomy, etc.
4. Prepare for the 2025 TCFD reporting by updating any internal processes and reporting structures required to meet the FCA requirements.
5. Oversee the accurate and timely completion of ESG reporting and/or filings and assist with the production of ESG disclosures.
6. Support the creation of high-quality external and internal reports.

Who we are looking for

1. Experience in a sustainability role in the industry or in a consultancy capacity. Knowledge of the private equity industry is required.
2. Experience implementing ESG strategies and initiatives and experience with external reporting on ESG-related matters.
3. Knowledge and experience working on ESG regulations, such as TCFD, SFDR, and CSRD.
4. Candidates with three or more years of experience reviewing and assessing EU and/or UK ESG regulations and working within ESG, Compliance, or Legal functions within private equity companies or similar will have a distinct advantage.
5. Someone who is able to hit the ground running and work with limited supervision.
6. Driven, motivated, and independent individual with strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail.