Senior/Lead ESG Policy Advisor

Norges Bank Investment Management is seeking a dedicated and results oriented professional for the position of Senior Analyst in the Corporate Governance Department.  Corporate Governance is responsible for furthering the long-term economic performance of our investments and reducing financial risks associated with the environmental, social and governance practices of the companies we invest in.

As a large owner with numerous investments around the world, we aim to contribute to global standards and practices that are in the fund’s long-term interest. This is one of the key pillars of our responsible investment approach.

Your role will be to lead Norges Bank Investment Management’s engagement with regulators and standard-setters globally, focusing on sustainability and corporate governance matters. You will also serve as the subject matter expert on ESG regulatory issues at NBIM. You will have a particular focus on evolving standards for corporate climate disclosure.

The position is located in London or Oslo and will report to the Global Head of Corporate Governance. Travel will be required.

Duties and responsibilities

• Promoting the fund’s ownership policies with international organisations, regulators and standard setters to achieve wider market impact
• Developing an active network of contacts with regulators, standard setters, and other relevant national and international organisations
• Participating in working groups, advisory committees of relevant standard setters and initiatives, appropriate
• Contributing to the development of fund’s ESG policy documents
• Responding to public consultations and engaging in a regular dialogue with regulators and standard-setters in our key markets, on corporate governance and sustainability topics
• Pro-actively identifying and monitoring ESG regulatory and standard setting developments, and analysing their implications for the fund 

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in politics, law, economics, sciences or other relevant field
• Minimum of 6 years’ work experience in the financial services industry, in a regulatory authority or international standard-setter
• Good understanding of the EU policy-making process and global ESG policies, in particular on climate disclosure
• Good understanding of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues and their impact on investment decision making

Personal qualities

We are looking for an individual with the following characteristics:

• Ambition to excel with a high level of integrity
• International mindset
• Curious mindset with an ability to take initiative
• Proactive and self-driven work style and a good team player
• Creative and structured with strong attention to detail
• Comfortable with ambiguity
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills with proficiency in written and spoken English– other languages would be an asset
  

What we offer

Norges Bank Investment Management offers a rewarding, international fast-paced working environment, and the opportunity to play a role in safeguarding and building financial wealth for future generations as part of one of the world’s largest funds. Norges Bank Investment Management has a performance culture that values the contribution of every individual and focuses on professional growth.

Our core values of excellence, innovation, integrity, and team spirit underpin our culture and how we operate across all our offices and we are grounded in trust, high ethical standards, a flat hierarchy, and diversity. We aim to increase the share of women to exceed or match the industry average across all functions. Norges Bank Investment Management is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for all employees.

Perks and benefits

Work with purpose – Through responsible investment and active ownership, we work to safeguard and build financial wealth for future generations.
Learning budget – Being the best requires continuous improvement. In the fund, you’ll get support to take courses and certifications to stay inspired and learn new skills.
Keep it healthy – In addition to in-house gym, basketball court, and squash court, we have multiple sports clubs and offer discounts on gym memberships and stores.
Out of office – When you’re taking time off, we provide access to holiday facilities in Norway and abroad, for you and your family. Find your charging station and come back energised!
Moving places – Moving to a new home can be both stressful and time consuming. As part of Norges Bank, we offer home and consumer loans to all our employees to make the transition easier.
Staying safe – We take the safety of our employees extremely serious. That’s why everyone is offered a comprehensive life and disability insurance plan, so you can relax and focus on what matters!

Are you interested?

We would love to hear from you! You can apply through the link in this ad, that will take you to the application form in our recruitment system. Applications will be reviewed consecutively throughout the application period. 

Do you have questions about the role or the team? Please contact Severine Neervoort (snr@nbim.no) or on 0044 7479 392 745

Please note:
Employment with Norges Bank is conditional on approved security check in accordance with Norges Bank’s rules, which may include criminal background and credit checks, and approved verification of employment history and academic records.