Senior Analyst, Corporate Sustainability – Mackenzie Investments

Title of the Job: Senior Analyst, Corporate Sustainability

Location: Toronto, ON

Job Description: Job DescriptionGrade: P6Referral Level: Level 1Division: IGM Risk, Audit & SustainabilityIGM Financial Inc. is one of Canada’s leading diversified wealth and asset management companies with approximately $252 billion in total assets under management. The company provides a broad range of financial planning and investment management services to help more than two million Canadians meet their financial goals. Its activities are carried out principally through IG Wealth Management and Mackenzie Investments.Under IGM Financial’s unique business model based on leading brands and multi-channel distribution strategy is Mackenzie Investments, founded in 1967. Mackenzie Investments is a holistic asset-management partner for thousands of Canadian financial advisors and the investors they support.At Mackenzie Investments You Can Build Your Career with Confidence.We have a vision and a strategy that will challenge the way business in this industry is done and help Canadians be successful in the ways that mean the most to them. As part of our team, you will do some of your best work, develop some of your most valuable skills and give back in ways that make a difference in the lives of Canadians. We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. for empowering our employees with the tools to thrive while working remotely, while also providing resources to ensure physical and mental wellness were put front and centre.Join an unstoppable team that is embedded in continuous learning, understanding, and knowledge sharing. You will thrive in our supportive environment where you can indulge your curiosity to learn, while receiving the feedback you need to refine your skills and abilities. We are dedicated to offering a hybrid work environment when applicable.Mackenzie Investments is a diverse workplace committed to doing business inclusively – this starts with having a representative workforce! We encourage applications from all qualified candidates that represent the diversity present across Canada – including racialized persons, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ community, gender diverse and neurodiverse individuals, as well as all who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.Position:We are currently hiring a Senior Analyst to join IGM Financial’s Corporate Sustainability team. The Corporate Sustainability team is responsible for the strategic direction and execution of IGM’s Sustainability program. The team works with a wide variety of business leaders across IGM Financial to implement IGM’s sustainability strategy, manage sustainability data, transparently report on IGM’s progress and performance, and engage internal and external stakeholders on environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues.We are seeking a candidate with a background and passion for Sustainability/ESG, who can support reporting, data management, sustainability research, and effectively engage with colleagues, external partners, and ESG rating firms. Please see the Corporate Sustainability section of our IGM Financial website for the materials this team produces, and information on our Sustainability / ESG performance and recognition.Responsibilities: * Reporting and data management support

• Support the production of annual IGM sustainability report and disclosures (GRI and CDP), and maintenance of websites/intranets
• Support the collection, organization and maintenance of ESG-related data from various sources to be used by a variety of stakeholders across the company including for regulated reporting
• Oversee data management tools and software to streamline data collection, analysis and reporting
• Track IGM’s sustainability strategy KPIs and maintain performance dashboard
• Sustainability research support

• Conduct ESG research, analysis and benchmarking, and make recommendations to fill performance or transparency gaps, including evolving trends and best practices
• Follow emerging standards and regulations (i.e. CSSB), and assess implications for IGM
• Research ESG rating firms’ methodology and complete questionnaires to ensure appropriate assessments are competed on IGM Financial (MSCI, Sustainalytics, S&P Global CSA, Corporate Knights Global 100/Best 50, etc.)
• Communications and engagement support

• Support sustainability-related company communication strategy to a range of stakeholders, including employees, advisors, clients and investors
• Support the development and execution of sustainability-related engagement activations and events for internal and external stakeholders
• Other research and engagement duties as required

Qualifications:

• A degree in a relevant field of study (i.e., Sustainability, Environmental Science, or Business), specialized sustainability training is considered a strong asset
• 2-4 years of relevant of sustainability experience in industry and/or consulting
• Working knowledge of sustainability reporting frameworks (e.g., SASB, GRI, TCFD, UN SDGs); and emerging standards such as CSSB
• Experience with sustainability tools and software considered an asset
• Strong excel skills and ability to work with large amounts of data
• Ability to compile and analyze data from multiple sources, detail-oriented
• Strong project management and organizational skills, capable of handling multiple tasks and priorities effectively
• Strong written communication and presentation skills

Please visit our career page by clicking on the following link:We thank all applicants for their interest in Mackenzie Investments; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.Mackenzie Investments is an accessible employer committed to providing a barrier free recruitment experience. If you require an accommodation or this information in an alternate format at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team who will work with you to meet your needs.Please apply by October 21, 2024.#LI-JS2#LI-Hybrid

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