A leading Credit Manager is seeking a Vice President (VP) to join its Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) team on a fixed-term basis to cover a maternity leave. The role will be based in London and offers the opportunity to play a key role in shaping and delivering the firm’s long-term ESG strategy.

Working closely with senior management, investment teams, and internal ESG governance groups, the VP will help advance the firm’s ESG framework across a defined set of investment strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with European investment teams across Liquid and Private Credit to support ESG integration
• Act as the ESG point of contact for investment teams in Europe and Asia
• Support ESG-related investment due diligence, including data collection, aggregation, and analysis to inform investment decision-making
• Prepare ESG materials and insights for discussion with senior leadership
• Manage relationships with ESG vendors and external consultants to progress internal initiatives
• Develop and deliver best-in-class ESG reporting, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines
• Support Business Development and Investor Relations with ESG-related communications for investors and prospective clients
• Represent the ESG team on client calls, primarily across Europe and Asia
• Engage with portfolio companies on material ESG topics

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, environmental sciences, or a related discipline, or completion of a comprehensive training programme at a leading investment bank
• Prior experience or coursework in ESG research is an advantage
• Strong analytical and financial modelling skills, with advanced spreadsheet capabilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Proven ability to research investment opportunities, form independent viewpoints, and prepare high-quality discussion materials

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a sophisticated ESG platform within a global investment environment during a critical period of growth and development.