Sustainable Investment Advisory Leader
Joining Arup
Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world. At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.
As the LATAM Sustainable Investment Advisory Leader you will be responsible for overseeing an established team of environmental and social specialists, growing the team’s business by developing and selling new related service offerings to clients, and coordinating with regional Arup leaders on joint initiatives. This is a strategic role that is essential to expanding Arup’s influence on sustainable development in Latin American Counties.
The Opportunity
· Support existing team managers to ensure continued quality work and career growth opportunities as the team grows
· Proactively engage clients to understand their needs and how Arup can support, provide solutions, then follow up with proposals and work winning
· Identify, develop, and secure new work from project developers and/or private equity funds that builds on the skills and experience of the team, e.g., sustainability, biodiversity, socioeconomic analysis, and carbon credit market consulting, ESG assurance and verification, ESG strategy and transformation, as well as expand the sectors of work we perform for multilateral banks (currently transportation and renewable energy)
· Develop annual business plans and goals for the team, including setting budgets, identifying strategic investments in training, hiring, and technology
· Speaking at industry events and publishing thought leadership that raises Arup’s profile in LACs and globally
· Training and mentoring team staff and other in the Bogota office to be more effective consultants and advisors
· Bachelors degree in related fields such as Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Business, Economics, or any other degree with focused experience in sustainability and ESG frameworks.
· 15 years of related and certified professional experience
· Proven management, strategic planning, and leadership skills commensurate with the role
· Demonstrated professional working experience and network in LAC region commensurate with the role
· Bilingual in English and Spanish
Preferred:
· Masters Degree in related fields such as environmental engineering, environmental management, environmental and natural resources policy, environmental science, sustainability, sustainable management, business administration, economics, finance
· Professional Certificate in ESG-related concepts such as ISSB, GRI, SASB, TCFD, CDP, LCAs
· Experience working with multilateral banks (e.g. IFC, IDB, CAF, etc) and their sustainability frameworks
· Proficient in Portuguese
*This role is based in Bogotá, Colombia. Please submit your cover letter and resume in English. You may attach a portfolio in a compressed PDF file, though this is optional. We do not require copies of diplomas, work certifications, or other documents at this stage.*
Benefits that Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm.
Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available.
Arup is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to gender, disability, age, ethnic origin, citizenship, language, health conditions, marital status, union membership, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, political affiliation, political or philosophical opinions, pregnancy status, family status or any other protected characteristic under the law.
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