If you are searching for a role in the Philippines, click here The Sustainability Legal team within Macquarie Asset Management is responsible for advising on ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) legal and regulatory matters impacting Macquarie Asset Management's global business
At Macquarie, we are working to create lasting value for our communities, our clients and our people. We are a global financial services group operating in 34 markets and with 54 years of unbroken profitability. You'll be part of a supportive team where everyone - no matter what role - contributes ideas and drives outcomes.
What role will you play? As a Sustainable Finance Lawyer, you will provide strategic advice on a broad range of sustainability-related legal and regulatory matters that may impact Macquarie Asset Management's global business. You will be responsible for supporting the development, implementation and communication of our sustainability strategy and advising on areas such as environmental, social and governance (ESG) investment products, ESG-related litigation and shareholder activism, greenwashing, and sustainable finance regulatory developments, with particular focus on the Asia-Pacific region.
You will take a leading role in ESG regulatory change projects, supporting on legal analysis, knowledge sharing and drafting of disclosures. You will advise on legal and regulatory issues relating to the manufacture, development and maintenance of Macquarie Asset Management's ESG-focused funds, across both public and private markets and draft ESG product disclosures in line with regulatory and market standards (e.g. CFA Institute). Finally, you will review and approve sustainability-related reporting, marketing materials and disclosures as well as attend board meetings and provide business updates on sustainability legal matters.
What you offer 10 years PQEPrivate practice or in-house experience in financial regulation, fund management or corporate governanceStrong technical legal skills combined with the ability to take a commercial approach to problem solvingAbility to distil complex regulation and legal issuesKnowledge of global sustainable finance and reporting frameworks (e.g. ISSB, TCFD) is advantageous.We love hearing from anyone inspired to build a better future with us, if you're excited about the role or working at Macquarie we encourage you to apply.
In Macquarie Asset Management, you will join a global asset manager that aims to deliver positive impact for everyone. Join a team that is trusted by institutions, pension funds, governments, and individuals to manage billions in assets globally. We provide access to specialist investment expertise across a range of capabilities including fixed income, equities, multi-asset solutions, private credit, infrastructure, green investments, natural assets, real estate, and asset finance.
Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion We are committed to providing a working environment that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply for a role regardless of their identity, including gender, race, ethnicity, cultural identity, nationality, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, intersex status, marital or family status, neurodiversity, religion or belief, disabilities, or socio-economic background.
If you require adjustments to your working arrangements or the recruitment process, please let us know when applying.
A career at Macquarie means you'll have the opportunity to develop new skills, explore interesting fields and do challenging work that will impact the lives of people around the world—whether it's accelerating the green energy transition, helping sustain global food supplies, financing social housing projects or investing in essential infrastructure. At Macquarie, we're empowering people to innovate and invest for a better future.
Macquarie is a global financial group providing clients with asset management, retail and business banking, wealth management, leasing and asset financing, market access, commodity trading, renewables development, specialist advisory, capital raising and principal investment.
Job no: MAM-976261
Work type: Permanent - Full time
Location: Sydney
Category: Mid-senior, Compliance, Legal & Regulatory
Group: Macquarie Asset Management
Division: Sustainability
Recruiter: Kane Milne
Opening Date: 14/4/2024
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