Stewardship and Sustainable Investing Operations Director

Location: London, United Kingdom

Role Overview:
The Stewardship and Sustainable Investing Operations Director will play a critical role in ensuring efficient operations, supporting the implementation of strategic initiatives, and helping the group serve clients effectively. Working closely with the Global Head of Stewardship and Sustainable Investing and other senior leaders from the group, this role is responsible for optimizing operational processes, coordinating key projects, and enhancing client service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operating Platform Partnership:
  Explain and represent the needs and priorities of the Stewardship and Sustainable Investing Group to key operating platform functions—including Technology, Data, Client Reporting, RFP/DDQ, Business Enablement and Marketing—and work in partnership with them to develop and implement solutions that support the group’s objectives.
• Project Coordination:
  Coordinate delivery of strategic projects and initiatives, monitoring progress, managing timelines, and supporting successful execution.
• Strategic Planning:
  Coordinate the development of annual strategic priorities for the group, establish key performance indicators (KPIs), and track performance against these objectives. Prepare regular reports to monitor progress and support continuous improvement.
• Firm-Level Reporting:
  Oversee the development and delivery of key firm-level stewardship and sustainability reports, such as the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD), Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI), and Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) reports, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and alignment with regulatory and industry standards.
• Marketing and Compliance Collaboration:
  Work closely with Marketing and Legal & Compliance teams to maintain and update key stewardship and sustainable investing presentations and reports, ensuring materials are current, accurate, and aligned with regulatory and client requirements.
• Process Improvement:
  Identify and help implement opportunities to streamline workflows, improve operational efficiency, and leverage technology solutions.
• Stakeholder Support:
  Liaise with internal teams (investment, compliance, legal, technology, marketing) and external stakeholders (clients, regulators, industry groups) to ensure effective collaboration and information sharing.
• Strategic Client Partnership Coordination:
  Working with senior leaders across the group to coordinate trends and opportunities amongst our strategic client base, whilst also identifying opportunities to extend existing relationships and target prospects
• Governance & Compliance:
  Support internal governance processes, committee operations, and assist with preparation of regulatory and client-facing materials.
• Market Awareness:
  Stay informed of stewardship and sustainable investing trends, regulatory developments, and industry best practices to support the group’s strategy and operations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MBA, MSc, or equivalent) or CFA preferred.
• 7+ years of relevant experience in asset management, business operations, consulting, or a related field, ideally with exposure to stewardship or sustainable investing.
• Experience with sustainability regulations and reporting, including the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) and other relevant frameworks.
• Strong organizational, project management, and communication skills.
• Analytical mindset and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to influence others and drive outcomes across complex organizations.
• Interest in stewardship, sustainable investing, and advancing positive change within the investment industry.

About Neuberger Berman:
Neuberger Berman is a private, independent, employee-owned investment manager, committed to delivering sustainable, long-term value to clients through active stewardship and innovative sustainable investing solutions.

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