What it's about
Partners Group is building a sustainability strategy that is practical, measurable, and embedded across our corporate platform and investment activities. As Global Sustainability Team Head, you will shape the firm’s global sustainability agenda, translating ambition into governance, data, and action across teams, funds, and portfolio companies. You will strengthen how we deliver on ESG commitments and reporting to support long-term value creation and responsible stewardship.
Key responsibilities:
- Support the Board of Directors and Executive Team in clearly articulating Partners Group’s sustainability ambitions and priorities.
- Define, implement, and continuously drive a global sustainability strategy that meets regulatory requirements and advances the firm’s near- and long-term ambitions.
- Lead and develop the Sustainability team setting a high-quality delivery standard and fostering strong engagement across the global firm.
- Enhance and further develop sustainability policies and implement controls to meet corporate, product, client, and regulatory commitments.
- Monitor progress against Partners Group corporate commitments and the sustainability commitments of investments, aligned with regulatory, fund, and client expectations.
- Establish oversight and governance routines (goals, KPIs, end-to-end reviews) with key stakeholders to drive decisions, actions, and risk mitigation.
- Build sustainability data architecture and governance routines (define required data elements, track progress, provide insights) and enable timely reporting for the Sustainability Report, corporate reporting, fund reporting, and client needs.
- Support the client teams and collaborate with investment teams and portfolio companies to respond to ESG requests, educate stakeholders, and drive actions to meet commitments.
What we expect
- 10+ years of relevant experience, including financial markets exposure and leading ESG/sustainability in a complex organization.
- Strong knowledge of ESG topics and regulatory/industry initiatives, with demonstrated ability to navigate evolving requirements and client expectations.
- Demonstrated ability to build, lead, and engage teams across multiple locations and cultures.
- Proven experience establishing sustainability data architecture, governance, reporting mechanisms, and internal controls that promote accountability and high-quality execution.
- Strong client-facing skills, with the ability to communicate strategy and progress credibly to senior stakeholders.
- Strong analytical capability (e.g., translating sustainability data into insight; integrating ESG factors into business and investment decisions).
- Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, including interacting with global senior leadership and driving alignment across functions.
- Flexibility to travel as needed across portfolio companies, assets, and key stakeholder locations.
What we offer
Partners Group is a global financial institution that retains the culture, pace and agility of a start-up. As a growing firm, we are committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best talent, by offering a workplace where results are truly recognized and rewarded. We offer a fantastic opportunity for you to grow:
- Competitive compensation with performance-based bonuses, along with daily lunch allowance
- Global professional environment with international exposure, collaborative culture, and opportunities to learn from industry leaders and seasoned professionals
- Premium facilities including state-of-the-art building, diverse on-site dining options, and complimentary gym access with fitness classes
- Comprehensive career development through challenging opportunities, hands-on training, dedicated mentorship programs, and our PG Academy learning platform
- Community engagement through office events, team activities, and volunteer opportunities to connect with local communities
- Sabbatical program — one month off after every five years of service to recharge and explore
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