Associate Director, ESG and Stewardship - AustralianSuper : Job Details

Job Description AustralianSuper is the largest superannuation fund in Australia - in the top 20 largest funds globally and top 50 asset owner globally. With more than US $230 billion in current assets under management, and a world-class investment team, AustralianSuper has the appetite and capability to directly invest in large-scale opportunities. Our New York office is made up of more than 60 colleagues and is expected to grow three-fold over the next few years, so when you join, you become a key part of building our culture. Your new role Due to our significant growth, we are expanding our investment capabilities in New York, focusing on Infrastructure, Property, Private Credit and Private Equity. As an Associate Director, ESG and Stewardship, you will be ensuring the integration of material ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) issues into the Fund's investment portfolio. You will be working with the internal investment teams in incorporating ESG issues into valuations and providing commentary on ESG issues, taking a lead and oversight role on some components. This is a newly created position, that is based on-site at 1251 Avenues of the Americas, with a hybrid work schedule; and will report to the Director, ESG and Stewardship, who is also based in New York. Key responsibilities

• Ensure material ESG issues are incorporated into the Fund's investment programs.
• Work closely with internal investment teams in incorporating ESG issues into valuations and providing commentary on ESG issues.
• Take a lead role in the ownership program (including engagement) with investee companies (boards or senior management).
• Support the Fund to meets its obligations including reporting and responsibilities of the various initiatives to which it is a signatory.
• Collaborate with the Fund's investor groups in achieving its ESG objectives.
• Support the development of due diligence and ownership frameworks, as well as ESG and Stewardship policies for the Fund.

What we're looking for

• 6+ years' experience within financial services or a consulting firm, or similar, with experience in responsible investment, corporate governance, legal, sustainability and/or engineering fields
• Experience in the application of ESG issues to investing.
• Exposure to unlisted asset classes such as infrastructure, private equity or private credit.
• Deals background, with experience in EHS / ESG / WHS due diligence desired.
• Demonstrated sound commercial judgement and a results orientation.
• Strong analytical and data management skills.
• Ability to effectively and comfortably communicate with senior investors and stakeholders.
• Ability to prepare reports, analyze information and draw conclusions / recommendations.
• Culture is key at AustralianSuper and we are looking for someone who is a team player that enjoys working in a high-performing, collaborative team.

Life at AustralianSuper At AustralianSuper, we truly care about our colleagues. We know work and life are intertwined, that's why we support the diverse needs of everyone and have policies that enable us all to thrive and be truly flexible. We ensure diversity is celebrated for the opportunity it provides us all to learn and grow, and ultimately to deliver better outcomes for members. As we collaborate with colleagues across multiple time zones flexibility in work hours are both a requirement and opportunity for this role. We offer great benefits, including generous 401(K) matching, health insurance and promote a blended working environment in which all roles can flex, and we're happy to discuss what this looks like for you. We are committed to supporting our diverse workforce in a way that is inclusive and embraces diversity in all its forms. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process or the role, please let our recruitment team know. Pay transparency notice The compensation range for this position is $300,000 to $360,000 (this is based on full-time hours, located in New York City). The pay offered may vary depending on job related knowledge, skills, and experience and refers to the amount AustralianSuper is willing to pay at the time of posting. What's next Apply now, if you share our values of Energy, Integrity, Generosity of Spirit and Excellent Outcomes and would like the opportunity to work in a challenging, growing and rapidly evolving team to deliver outstanding results. Progress, powered by purpose All employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of their qualifications, consistent with applicable state and federal laws, without regard to race, color, ancestry, sex which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, religious belief, national origin, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected basis, all as defined by applicable laws. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all.