ESG Expert Advisor (m/f/d)

As one of the leading insurance companies, we know that together we can achieve more. At UNIQA, we are therefore the community for a better life. We use our individual skills to shape the future together. The SEE region, namely Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Montenegro, Romania and Serbia, is the 3rd largest group of companies in UNIQA Customer & Markets International business with a GWP of close to € 474 Mio. in 2024 and about 2,200 employees. With a total market of over 2,5 million customers, SEE countries represent great potential for growth and development through enhanced regional cooperation, data driven and customer centric approach and innovation. Thanks to the agile way of working, the synergies between the teams, and our diversity, UNIQA is a unique organization with one team, one strategy and one culture.

If you want to build your career in an innovative, international, and agile environment, apply as a

ESG EXPERT ADVISOR (m/f/d)

We are seeking an experienced ESG Expert Advisor to guide our organization in advancing its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance. This role will play a critical part in shaping our sustainability strategy, ensuring regulatory compliance, identifying risks and opportunities, and enhancing stakeholder trust through transparent and credible ESG practices.

You will:

• Lead the development and execution of company-wide sustainability and ESG strategies. 
• Align ESG initiatives with corporate strategy, stakeholder expectations, and global sustainability frameworks. 
• Develop holistic consulting concepts for climate protection and adaptation to climate change.
• Ensure compliance with relevant ESG regulations, standards aligned with the Group Strategy. 
• Manage the portfolio development in respect to the sustainability targets of UNIQA Corporate Business and regulations of this ESG standard. 
• Check the client’s ESG-related profile, within the UW process, in case she/he receives requests for deeper analysis from the local underwriter because of the potential exposure to ESG risks. 
• Be responsible for ESG-related reporting and for the display of the local portfolio according to reporting requirements. 
• Collaborate with actuarial, risk, finance, and legal teams to ensure accurate and consistent ESG data reporting. 
• Advise teams on ESG trends, risks, and opportunities, engage with investors, regulators, industry groups, and internal teams to promote ESG integration and services. 
• Work closely with senior leadership, clients, and regulatory bodies to ensure alignment of risk and sustainability objectives. Represent the company at industry conferences and profile meetings.
• Conduct research to track industry trends, market dynamics, and the competitive landscape, and use this information to shape and refine the sustainability goals and services.
• Support cross-functional teams in embedding ESG into business operations and decision-making and promote sessions and workshops to build internal ESG awareness and capabilities.

You can expect:

• A supportive and friendly corporate culture
• Opportunity for learning, career development and personal growth
• An excellent team, full of enthusiasm, eager for positive change and innovation
• Modern standards of work
• Challenging and dynamic work
• Flexible working hours
• Hybrid working option
• Occasional travel may be required 

You have:

• A bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Sustainability, Environmental Management, Risk Management, Finance, Insurance, or a related field
• Overview and knowledge of current market trends is advantageous
• Several years of professional experience in consulting with a focus on sustainability/ESG and/or product development, or risk management, preferably within the insurance or financial services sector, or related domain. Knowledge of ESG ratings and sustainability reporting is advantageous
• Proven experience in ESG strategy development, reporting, and stakeholder engagement
• SASB FSA Credential, GRI Certified Training Program, CFA ESG Investing Certification, or similar is advantageous
• Strong understanding of risk management frameworks, ESG regulations, and best practices in sectors such as insurance, finance, energy, etc.
• Knowledge of ESG frameworks, global sustainability standards, and regulatory trends, with a focus on the EU Taxonomy, CSRD, and CSDDD
• Strong analytical, communication, and advisory skills
• Experience in working with executive teams and influencing corporate governance
• Proficiency in English (written and spoken)
• Proficient in MS Office and CRM tools
• Strategic thinking and business acumen

At UNIQA, we live diversity. We recognize and foster the value of different perspectives in our teams and leadership positions. Therefore, we welcome applications that enrich our diversity. 

Type: Hybrid

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Please, submit your application by September 28^th.

Your application will be considered exclusively for the purposes of the selection process for this role and after the conclusion of the process, we will remove it from our database.

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