Risk & Regulatory Compliance Lead (Sustainability)

TL;DR

Risk & Regulatory Compliance Lead (Sustainability): Developing sustainability risk frameworks, policies and governance across an asset management and insurance group with an accent on regulatory analysis, reporting and business implementation. Focus on translating evolving UK, EU and international sustainability requirements into practical controls, decision-making frameworks and executive-level advice.

Location: London, UK

Company

M&G is a long-established savings, investment and insurance group with Asset Management and Life operating segments.

What you will do

• Act as the first-line sustainability risk specialist within the Central Sustainability Office.
• Develop and maintain sustainability risk frameworks, policies, standards, methodologies and governance processes.
• Coordinate risk assessments, materiality reviews, horizon scanning and analysis of emerging climate, nature, human rights and social risks.
• Monitor UK, EU and international sustainability regulation, public policy and market developments, preparing recommendations for senior stakeholders.
• Partner with Risk, Compliance, Legal, Investments, Procurement, HR and other functions to embed sustainability requirements into business processes.
• Support sustainability reporting, ESG ratings, disclosures, assurance activities, dashboards and board-level management information.

Requirements

• Significant experience in sustainability, ESG, public policy, regulatory affairs, risk management or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of sustainability-related risks and opportunities, including climate, nature, human rights and broader social issues.
• Experience developing policies, governance frameworks, standards or risk management approaches.
• Knowledge of UK and international sustainability regulations, reporting frameworks and market developments.
• Strong stakeholder management, influencing, analytical, written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience preparing papers and presentations for senior management, executive committees or boards, with strong project management capability.

Nice to have

• Experience in asset management, insurance, banking or broader financial services.
• Familiarity with ISSB, TCFD, TNFD, CSRD, UK Sustainability Disclosure Requirements, transition planning guidance and human rights standards.
• Experience engaging with regulators, policymakers, industry bodies or standard setters.
• Professional qualifications in sustainability, risk management, public policy or governance.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements and workplace adjustments are available.
• UK pension scheme of up to 18%, including employer contributions.
• 38 days of annual leave including bank holidays, with the option to purchase five additional days.
• Paid parental leave and family support through the Inspiring Families policy.
• Private healthcare, critical illness cover, life assurance and financial wellbeing support.
• Inclusive culture with employee-led networks, development opportunities and support for diverse communities.

Hiring process

• Applications may include requests for reasonable adjustments or additional support during recruitment.