ESG Project Manager

Please note this position is based in London and the successful candidates contractual location will be London; other locations cannot be considered.

ESG Project Manager

About Us

At Aviva Investors our expertise is in matching the right investment approach to each clients unique needs. As the global asset management business of Aviva plc we bring together our broad investment capabilities to deliver client-focused solutions worldwide. Managing 253 billion in assets our 1000strong team across nine countries is brilliantly connected collaborative and focused on delivering outcomes that truly matter.

Working together and acting responsibly are central to how we operate. We take time to understand what our clients want to achieve and design solutions that last - strengthening every portfolio with diverse perspectives and integrated thinking. Our long track record in sustainable investing reflects our commitment to doing the right thing for clients and communities alike.

Everyone at Aviva Investors plays a part in creating an exceptional client experience. With the scale and influence to make a real difference we take our responsibility seriously. Join us and youll find an inclusive supportive environment where your contribution is valued high performance is recognised and youre empowered to shape your development.

We are recruiting for an ESG Project Manager to join our team. This is a great opportunity for someone who understands the UK asset management industry with experience of working with users from the front and back-office environments

Our 40 strong sustainable investing team works closely with colleagues across the business leveraging their skills and knowledge to contribute to clients sustainability goals and investment outcomes. We aim to work in partnership with our clientsto understand their specific sustainability needs and identify theright solutions for them.

A bit about the role:

As an ESG Project Manager you will lead the professional delivery of strategic change initiatives within Aviva Investors with a particular focus on a clientfacing transformation that requires close partnership and clear collaborative engagement. Youll bring proven experience in delivering ESG or sustainabilityrelated projects along with the ability to coordinate multiple workstreams and drive progress through senior stakeholders and subjectmatter experts. You will be accountable for delivering projects on time within budget and to the agreed quality standards ensuring all activity aligns with Aviva and Aviva Investors Transformation protocols. Youll produce clear accurate and comprehensive documentationincluding delivery artefacts operating models and procedureswhile keeping sponsors stakeholders and partners informed of progress and this role you will champion process and service improvements that enhance efficiency and reduce risk develop robust and scalable operational solutions provide highquality collateral for governance and reporting forums and make budget decisions in partnership with business sponsors and the Finance team.

Skills and experience were looking for:

• Likely to be educated to degree or equivalent level and/or a professional Project Management

• Understanding of Investment Management business (Fund structures Front Middle and Back office)

• Specific experience around the real estate asset class

• Experience of Data and Reporting focussed projects which require Technical analysis and understanding along with clear attention to detail.

• Experience of using rapid continuous change methodology e.g. Agile

What youll get for this role:

Our purpose - with you today for a better tomorrow is a promise we make to our colleagues too. And one of the ways we live up to that promise is by investing in you. We have so much to offer when it comes to being an Aviva colleague:

• Competitive salary (depending on skills experience and qualifications).

• Discretionary bonus opportunity - depending on individual performance and Aviva Investors!

• Generous pension scheme - Aviva will contribute up to 14% depending on what you put in.

• 29 days holiday plus bank holidays and you can choose to buy or sell up to 5 days!

• Aviva-funded Private Medical Benefit to help you get expert support when you need it.

• Make your money go further with up to 40% discount on Aviva products and other retailer discounts.

• Up to 1200 of free Aviva shares per year through our Matching Share Plan and share in the success of Aviva with our Save As You Earn scheme.

• Brilliantly supportive policies including parental and carers leave.

• Flexible benefits to suit you including sustainability options such as cycle to work.

• Make a difference be part of our Aviva Communities and use your 3 annual volunteering days to help others.

Aviva is for everyone:

Were inclusive and welcome everyone we want applications from all backgrounds and experiences. Excited but not sure you tick every box Even if you dont we would still encourage you to apply. We also consider all forms of flexible working including part time and job shares.

Most of our people are smart working spending at least 50% of their time in our offices every week - combining the benefits of flexibility with time together with colleagues. To find out more about working at Aviva take a look here.

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