CSR Project Officer

London 12-month contract

International Corporate Social Responsibility

Our client has a multi-affiliate approach that connects you to the independent thinking and focused expertise of more than 15 active managers. Ranked among the world's largest asset managers, they deliver a diverse range of solutions across asset classes, styles, and vehicles. Our client is dedicated to advancing sustainable finance and developing innovative ESG products. They consult and partner with clients, and continually evaluate markets and assumptions to ensure their strategy delivers on long-term goals.

Our client continuously work to create an environment that promotes diversity and inclusion in all its forms, across gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity and background. Our client believe this creates equal opportunities for our employees — and better outcomes for our clients and communities.

Key Accountabilities

Shape CSR Strategy and Implementation: Contribute to the development and execution of CSR strategy, policies, and action plans, with a primary focus on our UK operations and supporting international initiatives.
Drive Best Practices: Conduct benchmarking to identify and integrate leading CSR practices.
Advance Inclusion & Belonging: Propose strategic recommendations and drive progress on Inclusion & Belonging initiatives, including:
Monitoring Inclusion Surveys
Managing Trade Association relationships
Providing HR support for DEI matters
Serving as Secretariat for the Inclusion & Belonging Committee
Overseeing Employee Networks
Administering the UK Scholarship Program
Managing philanthropic partnerships and activities.
Measure and Report Impact: Develop metrics, scorecards, and targets to monitor and manage CSR actions. Contribute to the annual CSR report and carbon footprint calculations.
Enhance Communication and Engagement: Collaborate with communications teams to develop internal and external awareness campaigns and promote CSR department activities.

Skills and Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree (or equivalent practical experience) in a relevant field such as Business, Management, or Project Management.
Key Strengths: A proactive and organised individual with proven project management skills.
Skilled in building and nurturing both internal and external professional relationships.
Proficient with Microsoft Office and possess strong storytelling and writing abilities.
Well-versed in sustainable development principles and the landscape of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) regulations and practices.
Advanced French language skills would be an asset, but is not essential.
Experience: 3-5 years of experience in management or project management, ideally in DEI, Sustainable Development, or CSR.

Mason Blake

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