Head of Sustainability Management, Asia Pacific Zurich (CH)

LGT is the world’s largest family-owned and managed Private Banking and Asset Management Group. For more than 100 years it has been fully owned and managed by the Princely House of Liechtenstein, which is also one of our biggest clients.
With around 600 employees, LGT Bank Switzerland has established itself as a renowned Swiss private bank and is an excellent address for both wealthy private clients and employees - this was also confirmed last year by the independent institute "Great Place To Work", which awarded LGT Bank Switzerland the title of one of the best employers in Switzerland.

Implementing the Sustainability Strategy 2030:

• Drive the execution of LGT’s Sustainability Strategy 2030 in the APAC-Region, focusing on decarbonization and sustainability integration.
• Collaborate with teams across Europe and Asia to refine and implement sustainability frameworks and methodologies.
• Provide Asia-specific insights to enhance and adapt LGT’s sustainable investing frameworks.

ESG Integration & Decarbonization:

• Integrate sustainability criteria into investment processes and refine ESG frameworks.
• Develop a decarbonization toolbox and conduct climate risk assessments to align portfolios with sustainability goals.

Product Development & Governance:

• Ensure APAC sustainable product offerings meet regulatory standards, including SFDR and local requirements.
• Integrate ESG factors into the investment process and harmonize regulatory and market shifts between Asia and Europe through effective frameworks.

Client Advisory & Business Development:

• Partner with relationship managers to deliver tailored sustainability insights to clients in the Asia Pacific region.
• Lead sustainability-related client events to foster demand for sustainable investment solutions.

Strategic Partnerships:

• Secure cross-regional partnerships to advance LGT’s sustainability agenda in the APAC region.
• Collaborate with external partners and industry groups in Asia to promote sustainable investment solutions.

Industry Engagement & Thought Leadership:

• Represent LGT at industry conferences and forums in Asia, showcasing expertise in sustainable investing.
• Publish thought leadership content on sustainable investing trends and decarbonization for the APAC region.

Team Leadership & Collaboration:

• Work closely with teams in Vaduz, London, and Zurich to align sustainability efforts.
• Support regional teams in Asia to implement frameworks and methodologies.

Technical skills:

• Extensive knowledge of sustainable investment frameworks, ESG integration, and decarbonization strategies.
• Deep knowledge of global (e.g., SFDR, TCFD) and local (Hong Kong, Singapore) regulatory standards, with experience in influencing key stakeholders and collaborating with regional teams. 
• Proficiency in ESG metrics, carbon accounting, and climate risk management and financial instruments.
• Possessing a MAS or HKMA license (e.g., Type 4 advising on securities) is advantageous.

Personal skills:

• Strong leadership and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to influence senior management and stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience in client engagement and public speaking.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Job-related skills:

• Proven experience in a senior sustainability management role (6+ years), preferably within the financial services sector.
• Proven leadership in Asia Pacific markets with strong connections to sustainability-focused industry associations in Asia.
• Experience implementing sustainable investing initiatives at a senior management level in Asia.
• Experience in developing and implementing training programs and sales strategies.

Please note that applications via recruitment agencies will not be considered for this position.