Environmental and Social Risk Management, Citi

Citi

Location:
United Kingdom, London

Category:
Finance

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Job Description:

The Environmental and Social Risk Management (ESRM) Vice President role for UK/EU is part of Citi’s Global Environmental and Social Risk Management team which sits within Citi’s Sustainability & ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) team. The ESRM team works with banking and risk partners globally to review client activities in industries and transactions with potential environmental and/or social risks, such as oil and gas, mining, power, infrastructure, transportation, and agribusiness and implements the Citi Environmental and Social Risk Policy Framework. The VP will review transactions, advise on ESG requirements, and manage regulatory inquiries regarding environmental and social risks.

Job Responsibility:

Reviews proposed financing transactions in a variety of sectors (for example metals and mining, oil and gas, forestry, agribusiness, power etc.) for potential environmental and social risks
Advises on potential Environmental and Social Risk Management (ESRM) Policy requirements for these transactions to align with internal policy, as well as international standards for successful loan syndication
Particular focus on transactions for European Export Credit Agencies financing projects globally, including benchmarking against international environmental and social standards
Supports the development of ESRM policy-related procedures and guidelines
Joins client calls and meetings to discuss client environmental and social risks and advise on meeting international ESRM standards
Provides advice to bankers and helps develop governance structures for emerging sustainable finance products
Leverages third-party ESG data platforms, conducts corporate-level and portfolio-level reviews of high-risk sectors (i.e., extractives, agribusiness) to identify any clients that present elevated environmental, social or reputation risk
Supports ESRM training of bankers and risk managers
Supports Citi Europe regulatory implementation efforts on climate/environmental/ESG risk management where ESRM input/expertise is required
Keeps up to date with evolving UK/European ESG-related regulations
Maintains flexibility to work across the team according to ESRM priorities but expected to focus approximately 50% on Citi Europe/UK, including Export Finance Agency environmental and social due diligence support, ESG regulatory response and policy development/deployment needs
Works closely with key banking units as well as strategic sustainability partners (Sustainability, Climate Risk, Business & International Reputation Risk and Controls) colleagues in the region

Requirements:

Relevant experience in the financial sector, industry (such as oil & gas, mining, agribusiness), environmental consultancy or other relevant work experience
Knowledgeable about major global environmental and sustainability trends
Familiar with international environmental and social finance or industry standards such as the Equator Principles, IFC Performance Standards, UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights, Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil, ICMA (International Capital Marker Association) Green Bond Principles, etc.
Developed project management skills and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a great deal of autonomy and self-initiative
strong time management skills and ability to work in a high-performance environment, with short deadlines and shifting priorities

What we offer:

Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays
increasing with tenure
A discretional annual performance related bonus
Private medical insurance packages to suit your personal circumstances
Employee Assistance Program Pension Plan
Paid Parental Leave
Special discounts for employees, family, and friends
Access to an array of learning and development resources

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
September 20, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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