Sustainability Manager, Perpetual Wealth Management

More Time Off for What Matters: Enjoy up to 6 weeks of leave-
- Attractive Salary and Flexible Work Environment: Work where you work best - whether in the office or from home.-
- Join a growing team making a strong impactPerpetual Group is an ASX-listed company (ASX:PPT) headquartered in Sydney, Australia, currently consisting of 11 leading brands across three distinct businesses: Asset Management, Wealth Management and Corporate Trust.

Following the completion of a comprehensive Strategic Review in May 2024, it was announced that Perpetual Limited will become a standalone Asset Management business and has entered into an agreement with an affiliate of Kohlberg Kravis Roberts (KKR) who will acquire the Corporate Trust and Wealth Management businesses.

An exciting opportunity to be part of the wider Perpetual Wealth Management (PWM) business as a Sustainability Manager. The role focuses on supporting the development, implementation and measurement of PWM’s Sustainability Strategy both as a business and with respect to its Responsible Investment (RI) and Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) product suite.

About the role

Join our dynamic team at Perpetual Wealth Management As a Sustainability Manager., you will:
- Develop and implement a sustainability strategy and plan for PWM, covering key material issues, considering external frameworks and creating KPIs, targets and an action plan with appropriate internal governance to implement the strategy over time.Develop, and review on an ongoing basis, policies and positions relevant to sustainability including the, Modern Slavery Statement and other relevant areas.-
- Undertake the annual environmental data collection, collation and reporting process, reviewing and formalising the scope and methodology of the metrics to ensure they are robust and overseeing external assurance for environmental or other sustainability-related KPIs if that is required.-
- Develop the narrative for PWM on ESG principles relevant to the organisation and work with the communications manager on client and market positioning-
- Participate in key ESG working groups and provide advice/support as appropriate - e.g. drafting of position statements, publication of Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP).About You:
We’re looking for someone with:
- An experienced sustainability professional with a strong background in development of sustainability strategies, reporting and supporting the management of ESG Risk-
- A minimum of 8 years experience. A background in Financial Services highly regarded-
- Familiarity with local ESG regulations, and an ability to keep up with emerging policies impacting corporate sustainability-
- An advocate for sustainability, the role of business and the benefits of strong ESG governance-
- Experience in advising senior internal stakeholders and engaging with external advocacy and stakeholder groups-
- Ability to research, analyse and interpret data to create reports-
- Strong communication and written skills How we work

Our unique culture is underpinned by our three organisational behaviours, Stretch, Own it, Make an impact which drive our approach of day-to-day interactions with colleagues and clients; the way we approach decision-making to the questions we ask and the problems we solve.

Employee benefits- Work from anywhere in Australia for up to one month each year.- An annual allowance to empower you to prioritise your personal wellbeing.- Access to LinkedIn learning, study support and commitment to supporting professional development.- We have partnered with Jawun for over 10 years supporting regional Indigenous organisations.

Diversity and inclusion- WGEA Employer of Choice for gender equality since 2018.- Strong commitment to all aspects of Diversity and Inclusion through a robust 7 pillar strategy.- A growing number of employee-led networks who work to raise awareness and drive continued change. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated. No matter your background or circumstances, we aim to provide an environment where you can thrive.