What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vice President - Sustainable Investments - Private Markets position at Madison Hunt?
Madison Hunt is partnering with a leading private markets platform in New York to hire a Vice President of Sustainable Investing. Reporting into the Global Head, this role will drive the firm’s efforts to integrate environmental and social considerations into its private markets strategies, focusing on financially material analysis, due diligence, and portfolio management. The manager will develop frameworks, lead climate risk initiatives, and create investor communications while collaborating with deal teams and supporting fundraising efforts. This is a unique opportunity to shape the firm’s sustainable investing approach and contribute to positive environmental and social outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee and enhance the firm’s sustainable investing program, ensuring alignment with industry standards and investment goals.
- Integrate sustainability factors into company analysis, due diligence, and portfolio monitoring.
- Develop investor communications and tailored reporting to support fundraising and client engagement.
- Lead climate risk assessments, carbon footprint analysis, and other impact metrics.
- Build relationships with external experts and stay ahead of regulatory and industry trends.
- Collaborate with deal teams to identify and manage sustainability risks and opportunities.
- Drive internal education to embed sustainable investing principles across the firm.
Candidate Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree and 10 years of experience in sustainable investing, ESG consulting, or a related field.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate sustainability concepts into actionable insights.
- Proven ability to manage complex projects and build relationships across teams.
- Deep understanding of sustainable investing principles and their application in private markets.
- Passion for aligning investments with positive environmental and social impact.
This role offers the chance to join a forward-thinking firm committed to innovation and sustainability. If you’re a seasoned professional with a passion for sustainable finance, we encourage you to apply.