Sustainability – Environmental Expert

Job title:

Sustainability – Environmental Expert

Company

Euroclear

Job description

Job Description:Euroclear’s Corporate sustainability Office is a small, diverse team reporting to the Chief Sustainability Officer. We are currently based in Brussels and London and open to new colleagues from all ESA branch locations! The main focus of the team is on our Environment, Workplace and Governance. In a nutshell:

• Embedding ESG strategy into the organisation and decision making
• Defining and implementation a NetZero Transition plan
• Measuring progress against ESG important metrics
• Keeping track of ESG regulations and leading implementation and compliance
• Producing the sustainability statements as part of the Annual Report, in line with CSRD requirements
• Reporting and communication to a wide range of collaborators
• Ensuring ESG is firmly embedded into attitude and behaviour through training and engagement programmes at all levels

The CSRD is reshaping ESG reporting, requiring businesses to disclose various metrics, making it a board-level priority. For 2024, sustainability trends emphasize renewable energy, sustainable finance, and climate technologies focusing on decarbonization and innovation. At Euroclear, our environmental goals align with the CSRD, striving for Net Zero by reducing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, concentrating on energy use, indirect emissions, and company travel. We’re also working with suppliers to set their own Science-Based Targets by 2027.For all these undertakings and within the environmental stream, we collaborate closely with many stakeholders throughout the organisation and receive support from an ESG programme that helps maintain focus and assist with project management.We are seeking an Environment Manager/Expert with a strong academic background and a confirmed history of assisting companies in their transition to net zero. The ideal candidate will be instrumental in driving progress against our near-term and net zero dedication, in encouraging an environmentally conscious approach across the company and in ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. Key Responsibilities include:

• Stay abreast of environmental regulations, lead environmental audits and impact assessments and thereby ensure organisational compliance.
• Advise the organisation on environmental management systems and impact reduction strategies (including carbon insetting, offsetting…), and calculation methodologies, data switch
• Develop and implement environmental strategies that align with the company’s strategic emission reduction plan, including processes such as TNFD, ICP
• Lead environmental training and engagement programs to embed sustainability into the company culture.
• Collaborate with various partners to promote and integrate environmental considerations into business operations.
• Support the preparation of sustainability statements as part of the Annual Report, in line with current environmental reporting requirements.

Qualifications and desired skills:

• Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications such as Certified Environmental Manager (CEM) or Registered Environmental Manager (REM) is desirable.
• Proven experience in environmental management, preferably within the financial or related industries.
• Strong understanding of environmental regulations, reporting standards and best practices
• Familiarity with ESG strategy implementation and monitoring.
• Experience with environmental data analysis and reporting.
• Proficient in the use of environmental management software and tools.

ESG savviness and curiosity to continue to (self-)learn on evolving ESG market trends. Proactively improving your and the team’s knowledge, e.g. by reading or networking externallyComfortable with working in a fast-changing environment, which means that assigned tasks and role can be subject to change over time

• Ability to lead and inspire change towards more sustainable practices.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple initiatives simultaneously.

Reporting: The Environment Manager will report to the Corporate Sustainability Office and work closely with senior managers and external partners to advance the company’s environmental objectives.About Us:Why join usEmbark on your new adventure at Euroclear, and work at the heart of the global capital markets. We connect over 2,000 financial institutions across the globe. As an open and resilient infrastructure, we contribute to the stability of the financial markets. We help clients cut through complexity, lower costs, and mitigate risks of financial transactions. At Euroclear, we have the clear ambition to use our key role to facilitate and accelerate a sustainable global financial system.What We Offer:

• Work closely with inspiring, supportive and engaged colleagues from more than 80 different countries.
• Practice your talents in a highly professional international environment.
• Join a learning and development environment with an emphasis on knowledge sharing and training.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

New ways of workingFind your own optimal balance within our hybrid working model, where you can connect at the office and also benefit from remote working.Great Place to Work for AllWe are committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity and strives to be a Great Place to Work for All. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment, regardless of any aspect that makes them unique (including race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability, …). If you need any specific accommodation due to disability or any other reason, you can let the recruiter know during your application process.

Expected salary

Location

België

Job date

Sat, 28 Sep 2024 22:09:15 GMT

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