Sustainable Finance
What do they do?
Sustainable finance, also known as green finance or responsible finance, is a rapidly growing sector within the financial industry that aligns financial activities with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations. The primary goal of sustainable finance is to promote positive environmental and social impacts while maintaining financial returns. This sector encompasses various financial instruments and services that integrate sustainability criteria into investment decisions, risk management, and business practices.
Where does sustainability come into place?
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Sustainable finance jobs within wealth and asset management have gained significant prominence as organisations increasingly recognise the importance of integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors into investment decision-making.
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ESG Analysts assess and incorporate sustainability factors into investment decisions, Responsible Investment Strategists devise and implement strategies aligning with responsible principles, Impact Investment Managers focus on generating both financial returns and measurable societal impact, Sustainable Fund Managers oversee portfolios committed to responsible investing, and Green Bond Specialists specialise in environmentally friendly investments. These roles collectively contribute to the evolution of sustainable finance, reflecting a commitment to aligning financial interests with positive societal and environmental outcomes.
Possible Job titles
Sustainability Consultant
An ESG analyst in sustainable finance evaluates companies and projects based on environmental, social, and governance criteria to guide investment decisions towards sustainable and responsible outcomes.
ESG Analyst
An impact investment manager oversees the identification, evaluation, and management of investments with the dual objective of generating financial returns and delivering measurable positive social or environmental impacts.
Impact Investment Manager
Sustainability Consultant
A responsible investment strategist develops and implements investment strategies that integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations, aiming to achieve both financial returns and positive societal or environmental impacts.
Responsible Investment Strategist
Sustainability Consultant
A green bond specialist specialises in the issuance, management, and investment analysis of green bonds, which are financial instruments specifically designed to fund environmentally friendly projects or initiatives, ensuring alignment with sustainability goals and standards.
Green Bond Specialist
Sustainability Consultant