Head of Sustainability Expertise & Implementation

ING

Jan 7, 2025

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Expert Level
Government & Politics
Amsterdam

Requirements

Strategic planning & implementation: Proven experience in developing commercial strategies to achieve climate & nature goals as well as translating those strategies into effective end-to-end processes & tools
Risk management: Expertise in ESG related risk drivers, transmission challenges & their effect on the different risk categories, plus practical experience in developing risk strategies and risk models to manage ESG related risk drivers based on data
Deep expertise: Broad understanding of the application of climate science to our clients business models & transitioning of the real economy
Balances stakeholders: effective communicator and highly experienced in complex stakeholder management balancing different commercial and risk needs
Dilemma management & decision quality: Ability to balance strategic direction in a changing external environment
Values: Strong commitment to ING’s Orange Code values and behaviours, ING’s Global Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging strategy but especially the sustainability strategy
Builds effective teams & builds rapport: Leadership, track record of managing international teams in a complex matrix organization
Education: University / Post Graduate in finance, economics, sustainability or engineering
Work: Overall 10+ years work experience. Someone who has been active in the financial industry with deep & practical experience in ESG principles, sustainability frameworks and industry standards as well as regulation. In addition, deep knowledge about climate & nature science, the relevant climate scenarios and the climate change mitigation challenges and nature dependencies of relevant sectors
Managerial Experience: Experience of planning, managing and organizing resources within short / medium timescales to deal with both the day-to-day challenges and the development and implementation of our longer-term sustainability strategy

Responsibilities

To be successful it is imperative that you will not be “managing the process” from the sidelines; you and your team will work closely with and in the delivery organization, facilitate conflict and impediment resolution and lead deep dives on content topics that might hamper the successful delivery of our strategic objectives.
As the Head of Expertise and Implementation team you are a linking pin and you actively share best practices across the organization. You will work directly with the other members of WB Tech, Global sustainability, SSG Sector teams, ESG Integrated Risk, WB and group Finance.
You proactively shape and drive strategic initiatives, anticipating issues and providing quantitatively backed up sustainability solutions.
You guide and coach various stakeholders by steering on facts, thorough analysis, business analysis and applying latest scientific methodology.
You create fresh and relevant new insights into our clients’ sustainability progress with the aim to support business generation and client engagement.
You act as a delegated business sponsor for all initiatives contributing to our strategic objectives.
You represent the Sector Coverage organisation and SSG in a number of platforms and committees which could include: WB Sustainability Steerco, ESG Risk Committee, Terra (Technical Board / Steerco), ESG design and delivery boards.
You coach, develop and steer your team members.

FAQs

What is the main focus of the Head of Sustainability Expertise & Implementation role?

The main focus is to set the standards for the roll-out of ING’s sustainability strategy within the Wholesale Bank and to drive the implementation of strategic initiatives across the four pillars of the sustainability strategy.

Where can this position be based?

This role can be fulfilled in either Frankfurt or Amsterdam.

What are the main pillars of the WB sustainability strategy?

The four pillars are net zero steering, sustainable finance, ESG risk management, and reporting.

What kind of experience is required for this position?

Candidates should have 10+ years of work experience in the financial industry, with deep and practical knowledge of ESG principles, sustainability frameworks, and regulatory standards.

What educational background is preferred for applicants?

A University or Post Graduate degree in finance, economics, sustainability, or engineering is preferred.

Will this role involve team leadership?

Yes, the role includes coaching, developing, and steering team members within the Expertise and Implementation team.

How does this role support business leadership?

The Head of Expertise and Implementation will empower business leadership by providing insights, facilitating decision-making, and ensuring timely deliverables aligned with strategic objectives.

What kind of skills are essential for this position?

Essential skills include strategic planning and implementation, risk management expertise, stakeholder management, and strong leadership capabilities.

How does ING approach employee work-life balance?

ING offers a range of benefits and employment conditions to help employees strike a balance between their career and private life.

What kind of working environment does ING promise?

ING provides an informal working environment with innovative colleagues and opportunities for personal growth and challenging work.

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ING is a pioneer in digital banking and on the forefront being one of the most innovative banks in the world. As ING we have a clear purpose that represents our conviction of people’s potential. We don’t judge, coach, or to tell people how to live their lives. However big or small, modest or grand, we empower people and businesses to realize their vision for a better future. We made the promise to make banking frictionless, removing barriers to progress, and make people confident in their financial decisions. As a global bank we have a huge opportunity – and responsibility – to make an impact for the better. We can play a role by financing change, sharing knowledge, and innovating. Being sustainable is in all the choices we make—as a lender, as a partner and through the services we offer our customers.