Senior Manager, Investments Sustainability

Senior Manager, Investments Sustainability Join to apply for the Senior Manager, Investments Sustainability role at QBE Insurance. Primary Details Time Type: Full time Worker Type: Employee Location: Sydney Contract Type: 12 month FTC Hybrid role – flexible working options available The opportunity The Senior Manager, Investments Sustainability will lead the strategic direction and delivery of QBE’s investment-related sustainability initiatives, with a focus on implementing the Climate Transition Plan. Reporting to the Head of Business Operations & Investments Sustainability, the role will embed the Net‑Zero Investment Framework 2.0 into the investment process, incorporating climate data and risk scenario analysis into investment due diligence, while establishing governance, reporting, and assurance‑ready documentation. It also involves managing sustainability frameworks and metrics, integrating them into business planning, and enhancing engagement through effective communication tools. The role includes responding to stakeholder queries, producing internal reports, and collaborating with the Group Head of Sustainability on cross‑functional initiatives to advance QBE’s sustainability agenda. Your new role Define and lead the development of investment sustainability objectives, metrics, and targets in collaboration with key internal stakeholders to ensure alignment with strategic priorities. Design and implement investment sustainability policies and procedures, embedding detailed quantitative and qualitative assessment criteria into the investment due diligence process. Drive engagement initiatives, supporting their execution to promote QBE’s sustainability objectives across investment practices and stakeholder groups. Oversee and validate third‑party data and climate scenario analysis outputs, including financed emissions, quantitative modelling, qualitative assessments, internal and external reporting, methodology documentation, and audit and assurance materials. Contribute to the development of clear and impactful sustainability communications, including internal and external reporting on key initiatives and progress. Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to advance sustainability objectives and ensure consistent messaging and collaboration. Be the first point of contact for Finance and Sustainability. Provide expert guidance and training to the investment team on sustainability‑related topics, enhancing capability and awareness across the function. Represent QBE in sustainability forums, advancing QBE’s sustainability agenda and advocacy priorities, influencing group and divisional teams and contributing to thought leadership and best practice sharing. Monitor emerging standards, taxonomies and industry practices, recommending updates to policies, processes and technologies that enhance the accuracy, timeliness and auditability of sustainability‑related investment analytics and reporting. About You To be successful you will have extensive experience in institutional investing and portfolio analytics, deep expertise in ESG and climate integration, translating complex analytics into decision‑ready insights for senior leadership; and hands‑on proficiency with portfolio emissions tools such as MSCI TPF/Climate Risk and Aladdin Climate. You also possess a strong understanding of climate transition scenarios, pathways and modelling methodologies. Demonstrated expertise in interpreting complex quantitative and qualitative data, with the ability to deliver clear, strategic insights to senior leadership through compelling investment commentary and board‑level reporting. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to articulate sophisticated investment and sustainability concepts to diverse internal and external stakeholders. Strong planning and workflow management capabilities, ensuring timely and effective execution of sustainability initiatives across investment processes. Proven ability to build trusted relationships, influence decision‑making and collaborate across teams to drive sustainability outcomes. Deep experience in developing and applying climate‑related assessments within investment frameworks, alongside producing high‑impact reporting for senior management and governance forums. About QBE We are an international insurer building momentum toward realising our vision of becoming the most consistent and innovative risk partner. With more than 13,000 people working across 27 countries, we aim to create a resilient future, empowering our customers, environment, economies and communities. Benefits Hybrid Working – a mix of working from home and in the office to enhance your work/life balance Life leave supporting the life events we all experience, leaving your annual leave for rest Free holistic wellbeing coaching, nutritional, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice 18 weeks’ gender‑equal flexible leave for all new parents, including paid super Voluntary super contributions and company matching Income protection insurance & reimbursed Death and Total Permanent Disability insurance premiums A range of discounts on insurance products, car hire, hotels, goods and services Rewards & Recognition 2025 Winner of Excellence in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Award at the Insurance Business Australia Awards ( program) 2023 Most Inclusive Workplace at the Australian HR Institute (AHRI) Awards 2021 LinkedIn Top Employer & HRD Employer of Choice 2020 Best Workplace Diversity & Inclusion and Excellence Award for Best Health & Wellbeing at the Australian HR Awards Platinum employer on the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI – benchmark on LGBTQI+ workplace inclusion Ranked in the top ten in the AAGE Top Graduate Employers 2025 for medium‑size program as voted by graduates Family Friendly Workplace accredited employer since 2021 Apply now To apply, click "Apply" and follow the step‑by‑step process. Successful applicants will need to complete work rights, police and credit checks through our online provider as a condition of employment. Application Close Date: 19/11/ :59 PM QBE recognises the value of diverse perspectives and experience. We are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected for who they are. If we can provide support with access requirements or alternative work arrangements, or if you would like to connect with one of our networks, please contact us at QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates. #J-18808-Ljbffr