About the Role:

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The Team:The Sustainable 1 (S1) organization which is a part of S&P Globals Energy division focuses on integrating sustainability into business practices and decision-making processes helping clients navigate the complexities of sustainable finance and regulatory requirements. Through innovative products and services Sustainable 1 seeks to empower organizations to enhance their sustainability performance manage risks and seize opportunities in a rapidly evolving market. This role will lead a newly formed group focused on the regulated products within the business and will serve as a member of the S1 leadership team.

Responsibilities and Impact:

Strategic Leadership

• Shape the entitys ESG rating strategy in line with evolving EU and UK regulations.

• Monitor global ESG regulatory trends and advise on strategic implications.

• Drive market relevant innovation in ESG analytics aligned with the needs of investors financial institutions and corporates while maintaining regulatory integrity.

• Team Management: Lead and inspire a global team of 15 ESG and climate experts fostering a culture of integrity excellence and innovation.

• Strategic Influence: Report directly to the Head of the Business contributing to strategic decisions and long-term planning for the regulated entity.

Regulatory Compliance & Authorization

• Lead the entitys application for ESMA authorization or recognition as an ESG rating provider.

• Ensure ongoing compliance with Regulatory Technical Standards (RTS)

• Lead Regulatory Oversight: Manage and oversee all regulated methodologies and models ensuring full compliance with EU regulatory frameworks and internal governance standards.

Governance & Risk Management

• Ensure adherence to conflict-of-interest safeguards.

• Implement robust internal controls and audit mechanisms to meet regulatory expectations and requirements.

• Ensure board-level oversight of ESG rating activities and regulatory risks.

Methodology Oversight and Integrity

• Oversee development and validation of ESG rating methodologies.

• Ensure rigour consistency integrity quality traceability and transparency in all regulated methodologies.

• Methodology Stewardship: Maintain deep fluency in ESG and climate models translating complex technical concepts into accessible language for non-technical audiences.

• Ensure consistent application of methodologies and compliance with governance processes in their maintenance and management.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the primary point of contact for regulators and external stakeholders representing the entity with clarity and authority.

• Lead responses to regulatory consultations and enforcement inquiries.

• Ensure alignment across SPGI with respect to ESG ratings.

• Promote understanding of ESG ratings among clients and the public.

• Cross-Functional Leadership: Collaborate regularly with legal compliance risk governance government affairs and senior leadership teams to ensure alignment and transparency.

What Were Looking For:

Basic Required Qualifications:

• Proven experience in financial regulation ESG ratings or sustainable finance.

• Deep understanding of EU and UK regulatory frameworks including CSRD EU Taxonomy and SFDR.

• Strong leadership in risk compliance and governance functions.

• Excellent communication skills for regulatory and stakeholder engagement.

• Legal or financial qualifications preferred (e.g. CFA ACA LLM).

• Extensive Experience: Minimum of 15 years in ESG ratings climate methodologies or related domains.

• Location Requirement: Must be based in the EU or the UK.

• Language Proficiency: Fluent in English; additional fluency in French or another official EU language is a strong asset.

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Analytical Excellence: High proficiency in modeling quantitative analysis and data interpretation.

• Presentation Skills: Exceptional communicator with the ability to present complex ideas clearly to diverse audiences.

• Versatility: Demonstrated ability to navigate technical regulatory and strategic domains with agility.

• Ethical Leadership: Proven track record of operating under strict codes of conduct with a high sense of integrity.

About S&P Global Energy
At S&P Global Energy our comprehensive view of global energy and commodities markets enables our customers to make superior decisions and create long-term sustainable value. Our four core capabilities are: Platts for news and pricing; CERA for research and advisory; Horizons for energy expansion and sustainability solutions; and Events for industry collaboration.

S&P Global Energy is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global enables businesses governments and individuals with trusted data expertise and technology to make decisions with conviction. We are Advancing Essential Intelligence through world-leading benchmarks data and insights that customers need in order to plan confidently act decisively and thrive economically in a rapidly changing global landscape. Learn more at In It For You

Our Mission:

Advancing Essential Intelligence.

Our People:

Were more than 35000 strong worldwideso were able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. Were committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:

Integrity Discovery Partnership

Throughout our history the worlds leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do bring a spirit of discovery to our work and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you so you cantake care of business. We care about our people. Thats why we provide everything youand your careerneed to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include:

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay retirement planning a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution and financial wellness programs.

• Family Friendly Perks: Its not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones too with some best-in class benefits for families.

• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awardssmall perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global we are committed to fostering a connected andengaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills experience and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness transparency and merit ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration we drive innovation and power global markets.

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