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Director, Sustainable Investing

Fiera Capitalabout 18 hours ago
Hybrid
Senior Level
Full-Time

Top Benefits

Competitive compensation
Benefits packages
Wellness programs

About the role

At Fiera Capital We invest in creating a culture of purpose that makes our people feel valued, cared for, seen, and heard. Our approach to employee experience is tailored to your needs and ambitions: Your Inclusive Experience: We are committed to cultivating an inclusive, safe, and trusting work environment. Your Growth & Empowerment: We have ambitious growth goals for our firm, which makes us a great place to advance your career. Your Rewards & Recognition: We deeply value our people and their contributions and that’s reflected in our competitive compensation and benefits packages and our collaborative culture. Your Wellness Your Way: We strive to create a healthy work environment and we offer programs designed to support our employees’ wellbeing. What we are looking for:

The successful candidate will play a key role in advancing and executing Fiera Real Estate’s Sustainable Investing (ESG) strategy across Canada. They will be responsible for integrating ESG considerations throughout the investment and real estate asset management lifecycle, while supporting the achievement of the organization’s long-term sustainability objectives.

Your responsibilities:

Drive the Sustainable Investing (“SI”) strategy for Fiera Real Estate in Canada; independently identify and ensure execution of priority areas and program implementation at the portfolio and platform level Lead ESG data management including the collection, processing, analysis and monitoring of fund and property-level data; improve quality, accuracy and completeness of data over time Establish and support the strategic and tactical delivery of our ESG ambition, including accelerating our Funds’ decarbonization pathways, improving climate resilience, First Nation interactions and working with Indigenous Communities Imbed ESG considerations into investment decision-making, underwriting, portfolio management, development, financing, asset management, and all investor relations processes Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels; work collaboratively with the Sustainable Investment team within Fiera Capital’s Global Investment Office, Fund Managers, investors, consultants, industry peers, and vendors Be the central point of communications with investors as it relates to SI – developing and delivering key narratives that support capital raise efforts – including, but not limited to, new capital prospect pitches, client updates, advisory committee, and AGM meetings Responsible for regulatory compliance as it relates to federal, provincial, and municipal legislation and with other Fiera Capital-driven SI initiatives Lead participation in benchmarking and alignment with reporting frameworks including GRESB, PRI, CSDS and other net zero disclosure requirements Prepare quarterly investor report updates on ESG matters and the firm’s annual Sustainable Investing Report Coordinate the ESG Committee in Canada; prepare and administer annual ESG training for the Investment and Asset Management teams Provide subject matter expertise and recommendations for the Funds’ portfolio with respect to emerging trends and industry standards for benchmarking and building certifications (e.g. GRESB, BOMA, CRREM, etc.) Develop and oversee the organization’s governance practices as it relates to SI initiatives

Must have requirements to be successful in this role:

Minimum Bachelor or Masters degree in a relevant field Strong understanding of sustainability in the Real Estate landscape and asset management An established track record of forward-looking modeling and quantitative analysis to ensure the ESG program established has set measurable targets and is monitored accordingly 5 - 10+ years of relevant experience Strong analytical, technical, organizational and problem- solving skills A passion for sustainability and creating innovative solutions Strong influential skills, even in situations without direct authority Excellent communication and presentational skills with the ability to manage investor communication Demonstrated leadership skills in a similar environment Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships, act as a change agent and collaborator.

Additional Information:

Fiera Capital adheres to a hybrid working environment with 4 days in-office per week.

#LI-Hybrid For all positions in Quebec (Montreal and Laval), proficiency in French, both spoken and written, is mandatory. Working English proficiency is also required in order to serve our offices and clients around the world. Fiera Capital subscribes to the principle of employment equity. Our staff is our most valuable asset, and our goal is to create an inclusive and equitable environment where everyone can achieve their true potential.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or on the basis of disability, genetic information or any other federal, state, or local protected class. Fiera Capital will not tolerate any form of discrimination or harassment.

All staffing decisions, including hiring and promotion decisions, will be based on merit, skills, performance, and business needs. We are pleased to receive applications from qualified individuals from a variety of backgrounds. Job applicants who are individually selected for an interview will be notified that accommodations are available upon request. If a selected participant requests accommodation, Fiera Capital shall consult with the applicant and provide, or arrange for the provision of, suitable accommodation in a manner that considers the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability.

Please stay vigilant and never share personal or confidential information during this hiring process, unless it is through Mintz Global Screening, the secure platform we use to exchange such information. If in doubt, or if you think you have been a victim of fraudulent manoeuvres during your hiring process, please contact us. Please note that job titles indicated in job postings may differ from internal job titles. Accordingly, offers of employment may not reflect job titles indicated in job postings. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career with Fiera Capital. We will only contact those selected for an interview.

About Fiera Capital

Financial Services
501-1000
Founded in 2003

Fiera Capital est une firme de gestion d'actifs indépendante de premier plan avec une présence mondiale croissante et environ 165,5 milliards CAD d'actifs sous gestion au 30 septembre 2024. La Société offre des solutions personnalisées et multi-actifs à travers les classes d'actifs des marchés publics et privés aux clients institutionnels, intermédiaires financiers et de patrimoine privé en Amérique du Nord, en Europe et sur les marchés clés d'Asie.

Fiera Capital se négocie sous le symbole FSZ à la Bourse de Toronto. Basée à Montréal, Fiera Capital, avec ses filiales dans diverses juridictions, a des bureaux dans plus d'une douzaine de villes à travers le monde, incluant New York (É.-U.), Londres (R.-U.) et Hong Kong (RAS).

Fiera Capital is a leading independent asset management firm with a growing global presence and approximately CAD 165.5 billion in assets under management as of September 30, 2024. The Company delivers customized and multi-asset solutions across public and private market asset classes to institutional, financial intermediary and private wealth clients across North America, Europe and key markets in Asia. Fiera Capital's depth of expertise, diversified investment platform and commitment to delivering outstanding service are core to our mission of being at the forefront of investment management science to create sustainable wealth for clients.

Fiera Capital trades under the ticker FSZ on the Toronto Stock Exchange.

Headquartered in Montreal, Fiera Capital, with its affiliates in various jurisdictions, has offices in over a dozen cities around the world, including New York (U.S.), London (UK), and Hong Kong (SAR).

Fiera Capital Corporation does not provide investment advisory services, or offer investment funds, in the United States or to U.S. persons. In the U.S., asset management services are provided by the Firm’s U.S. affiliates, including Fiera Capital’s U.S. division, Fiera Capital Inc., which is registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Registration with the SEC does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Additional information about Fiera Capital Corporation, including the Firm's annual information form, is available on SEDAR at www.sedar.com. Additional information about Fiera Capital’s U.S. division is available in its annual Form ADV at www.sec.gov/iard.

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