ESG Manager
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Job Description
At M&G our purpose is to give everyone real confidence to put their money to work.As an international savings and investments business with roots stretching back more than 170 years we offer a range of financial products and services through Asset Management Life and Wealth. All three operating segments work together to deliver attractive financial outcomes for our clients and superior shareholder returns.
Through our behaviours of telling it like it is owning it now and moving it forward together with care and integrity; we are creating an exceptional place to work for exceptional talent.
We will consider flexible working arrangements for any of our roles and also offer work place accommodations to ensure you have what you need to effectively deliver in your role.
ESG Manager - 12 month maternity cover
The M&G plc Life Office (LIO) is responsible for the management of Prudential UKs With-Profits Annuity and Unit-Linked funds with more than 150bn of funds under management. LIO works closely with the various asset management businesses within the M&G plc Group and other external managers to structure multi-asset portfolios aligned with the investment objectives of our clients.
Role
Leading the development and implementation of ESG investment strategies and policies with regard to social issues and human rights for the Investment Office on behalf of M&Gs life portfolios covering annuity with profits and unit-linked business
Leading and supporting broader ESG investment research and analysis and investment strategy formulation for the Investment Office for the same portfolios
Leading engagement and collaboration with internal stakeholders within the Asset Owner internal Asset Manager and at Group level to ensure appropriate alignment with and challenge of ESG/Sustainable investment policies practices and commitments
Monitoring adherence of portfolios to the Asset Owner ESG Investment Policy alongside other key stakeholders which includes monitoring and working with the Asset Owners appointed Asset Managers
Accountable for delivery of wider company strategic ESG project milestones reporting requirements and priorities primarily in relation to social issues
Representing M&G on external working groups and events and contributing T&IO views on various regulatory and disclosure initiatives and submissions
Delivering wider company ESG project milestones reporting requirements and priorities
Supporting governance risk management attestation and administrative requirements
Key Responsibilities
Formulating investment policies and strategies on social issues to promote meaningful change across the business and ensuring these are governed and agreed appropriately
Liaising with external stakeholders to inform and enhance the Asset Owners ESG policies and strategy and to help colleagues across M&G better understand the importance of social topics for their own work
Managing stakeholders across the business to ensure ESG-related information flows effectively to promote awareness coherence and consistency of approach where appropriate
Advising other teams within M&G to integrate and implement ESG considerations and priorities
Carrying out ESG investment analysis at macro mandate and individual company level to inform the formulation of the Asset Owners ESG strategy and to track the level of adherence to the Asset Owner ESG policies with a focus on social topics and human rights
Contributing to ESG related reports including by compiling ESG-related management information on asset owner portfolios in order to improve and inform ESG reporting (e.g. UK Stewardship Code reporting) with a focus on social topics and human rights
Supervising colleagues and supporting the professional development of more junior team members
Championing ESG policies and investment strategies (especially social-related ones) with internal stakeholders such as boards committees non-investment teams
Requirements and Experience
This role is ideally suited to someone who can demonstrate:
CORE
Expert knowledge of social topics including business and human rights and what is expected of financial institutions in relation to these
Expert knowledge of the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises ILO Labour Standards and other business and human rights instruments and initiatives and a good grasp of how to apply these in an investment context
Awareness of and experience of working with a variety of stakeholders on social issues (research providers civil society organisations industry associations independent experts consultants etc.)
Strong knowledge of broader ESG topics and investment considerations along with applicable regulations and reporting requirements
Comfort in working with and presenting to stakeholders across different functions and knowledge bases Ability to research potentially unfamiliar topics and translate findings into investment policies and positions in the context of an investment strategy
A good grasp of all asset classes and their roles in multi-asset and annuity portfolios
Good written and verbal communication skills
Ability to prioritise and deliver work in a flexible manner
Ability to build good relationships internally and externally
Ability to work within a team environment
Effective analytical skills
Good planning and organisational skills
Effective problem solving skills
QUALIFICATIONS
IMC CFA or ESG qualification desirable
Location: London
Work Level: Manager / Expert
Recruiter: Amy Curtis
Closing Date: 11th September 2025
We have a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture at M&G plc underpinned by our policies and our employee-led networks who provide networking opportunities advice and support for the diverse communities our colleagues represent. Regardless of gender ethnicity age sexual orientation nationality disability or long term condition we are looking to attract promote and retain exceptional people. We also welcome those who take part in military service and those returning from career breaks.
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
