Director

Location of Work: Remote or Hybrid across Canada

Head Office: Toronto, ON

Are you an ESG expert looking to make an impact in a flexible, supportive environment? If youre a driven relationship-builder with deep ESG experience, come join our boutique strategic ESG consulting firm.

About ESG Global Advisors

As a trusted partner of both companies and investors, we are driven by an informed belief that Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) issues matter and that businesses that incorporate them into their decision-making stand to thrive over the long-term. We are passionate pragmatists. We know that incremental change has an exponential impact over time. Thats why our team of senior-level professionals works with clients every step of the way, to develop an approach to ESG that adds value now and in the future.

Established in early 2019, our firm has a diverse client base of investors across different asset classes, as well as public and private corporations from a range of sectors. Our team members are in high demand by boards, senior executive teams, industry associations, and conference organizers seeking to understand current best practices and emerging trends in the rapidly evolving areas of ESG, including climate change.

Your Role & How You Will Contribute

As a Director, you will be responsible for driving the profitable execution of client mandates, expanding and deepening ESG Globals relationship with repeat clients, supporting the growth and development of junior team members, as well as contributing to firm strategy. Directors have broad ESG expertise and deep experience in one or more industries (e.g., mining, oil & gas, real estate, manufacturing, infrastructure) and/or a specific area of ESG (e.g., climate change, responsible investment, diversity, equity and inclusion, supply chain).

The core focus for Directors includes managing clients, projects and people as well as supporting Principals in developing and executing on the firms strategic goals. Directors also have some business development responsibilities and need to be comfortable with public speaking as they will present to boards, speak at conferences, etc.

This multi-faceted role is best suited for an individual that thrives in dynamic, fast-faced environments and can rapidly assess the appropriate level of detail for a given situation (i.e. able to see both the forest AND the trees).

Why Join Us?

ESG Global Advisors has repeatedly been recognized as a Great Place to Work with a diverse and inclusive leadership team & competitive compensation and benefits. We have also been named to the Globe and Mails ranking of Canadas Top Growing Companies for 2023 and 2024.

We believe that teams who like and respect each other produce the best quality work as we challenge and learn from one another. We are a close-knit team that works effectively in a virtual environment. Our firm also believes in flexibility and work-life balance, and we support remote and hybrid work arrangements across Canada.

Our values

Passionate Pragmatism

- We believe that passion and pragmatism create long-term value and we value progress over perfection along the sustainability journey.- We are committed to meeting people where they are at because we know that incremental actions over time create exponential impacts.

Collaboration and Humility

- We value open-mindedness and humility as enablers of true collaboration and growth.- We are a people-centered business and we recognize that we achieve the best results when we listen to and learn from each other and our clients.

Embracing Uncertainty

- We embrace chaos and uncertainty as opportunities for innovation and growth, for our people and for our clients.- We thrive in unchartered territory and we are energized by new challenges and ideas. We are confident in our ability to navigate the rapidly evolving ESG landscape and add value for our clients.

Tailored Solutions

- We believe that complex challenges require creative thinking and tailored solutions.- We are committed to cutting through the noise to provide practical and actionable solutions, ensuring that our clients receive advice that is uniquely suited to their needs and objectives.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

We deliver tailored solutions for our clients, most of which are described in greater detail on our website. Our leadership team has a variety of specializations, and we work collaboratively to provide best-in-class client service focused on adding value on every engagement.

*Client Management & Oversight*

- On many projects, Directors are the project leads, with support from Principals as needed. On some projects, Directors support a Principal who is the project lead.- Overseeing project teams to execute the work, providing detailed coaching and guidance on solutions and concepts including how to tailor our approach to the clients unique business.- Project and relationship management (e.g., budgets, workplans, status updates, meetings, calls, emails, presentations).- Oversight of client deliverables, including planning, delegating, coordinating, detail review and budget/hours tracking to the firms high-quality standards.

*· Business Development*

- Proactively identify opportunities to expand and deepen ESG Globals relationship with existing clients.- Participate in, and eventually lead, new business development activities, including new client pitches, proposal development, RFP responses etc.- Attend in-person and virtual events on behalf of the firm (some events may be outside traditional business hours and occasional travel may be required)- Regularly contribute to thought leadership and blog content for posting on our website, newsletter, and social media channels (over 31K followers on LinkedIn!).- Develop and leverage your profile and network, participating in speaking engagements as requested and eventually securing your own speaking opportunities.

*Firm/Team Leadership*

- Support the CEO and leadership team by providing strategic advice on firm growth plans based on market insights and client relationships.- Manage junior team members to meet their core performance objectives.- Lead junior team members to support their development and career progression at the firm.- Contribute to internal knowledge transfer by documenting processes, establishing and updating templates, and ensuring project insights are captured.- Proactively propose and implement innovations and enhancements to existing service offerings and operational policies and processes.

Qualifications

*Education*

- An undergraduate degree is required in a relevant discipline (e.g., commerce, finance, environmental science, sustainability management).- A graduate degree or other advanced credential (e.g. CFA, CPA, FSA) would be an asset.

*Experience*

- A total of 5-10 years professional experience is required.- A minimum of two years experience at a consulting firm is required.- People management experience is preferred. This includes managing direct reports, delegating, reviewing work and offering constructive feedback.- Direct ESG experience is required either working with corporations or investors- Experience working at or with corporations (private or publicly traded) providing analysis and strategic advice on ESG matters- Experience working at or with investors (asset owners or asset managers) providing analysis and strategic advice on ESG matters- Business development or sales experience, including working with a CRM system, would be an asset.

*Expertise*

- Strong and direct understanding of investor perspectives on ESG, including links to value creation.- Strong grasp of key ESG frameworks including the SASB Standards, the TCFD recommendations, ISSB Standards, CDP, GRESB, and the UN PRI Reporting Framework.- Expertise and interest in climate change, responsible investment or social impact would be an asset.- Capable of undertaking sophisticated ESG analysis, research and benchmarking for investor and corporate clients with little to no direction or supervision.- Strong professional writing, communication, and presentation skills, able to distill complex topics into easy-to-understand language.- Strong relationship management skills with the ability to proactively resolve issues and concerns in a professional manner.- Fluency in French or Spanish is an asset.

*Ideal Candidate Profile*

- Adaptable to changing priorities, willingness to roll up their sleeves and support the team as needed to meet deadlines and face other challenges.- Confident problem solver & decision-maker, involving or informing other members of the leadership team as appropriate.- Committed to producing high quality deliverables with keen attention to detail.- Interested in developing and coaching junior staff in an environment of psychological safety.- Digitally literate and willing to learn new software with a growth mindset.- Flexible in hours, ability to work overtime if necessary.- Legally eligible to work in Canada.

*Equity Statement*

ESG Global Advisors is a staunch advocate for diversity in all its forms and especially welcomes applications from members of the BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour) community, women, people with disabilities, the LGBTTQQIAAP+ community, and those of diverse intersectional identities. To request an accommodation please email careers@esgglobaladvisors.com.

Application Process

Please click Apply Now to upload your resume and cover letter and answer a few short questions. The cover letter should be addressed to ESG Global Advisors and both files should be in PDF format.

Candidates selected for the next stage will be contacted by email. No phone calls or agencies please. Due to the volume of applications, emails to follow up on the status of the role may not be replied to. Unless an accommodation request has been submitted, all applications must be submitted through our online system. Applications will continue to be accepted as long as the role is posted on our website.

Job Type: Full-time