Director, Corporate Sustainability - Jobs in Downtown

Job Description

Aviso Wealth:At Aviso Wealth, we are dedicated to improving the financial well-being of Canadians. As a leading wealth management organization, we are committed to leadership, innovation, partnership, responsibility, and community. Working with talented and energetic professionals who exemplify our values every day, you will quickly notice that our people and dynamic ‘oneaviso’ culture sets us apart. If you are looking for interesting and challenging work, at a company committed to its people, find out more about what Aviso Wealth has to offer at www.aviso.ca.The Opportunity:We’re looking for a Director to join our new Corporate Sustainability team at Aviso.This role can be mostly remote, however we will on occasion require you to come onsite to our office at 1111 West Georgia St, Vancouver, BC.Reporting to the VP, Corporate Sustainability, the Director is the second in command on the Corporate Sustainability team and plays a key role in ensuring Aviso meets its sustainability ambitions. The Director will, in conjunction with the VP Corporate Sustainability, help shape Aviso’s sustainability strategy, and will in turn lead its implementation through the development of a program that undertakes activities in support of the organization’s sustainability objectives.In doing so, the Director will collaborate with senior leaders across Aviso to ensure these objectives are realistic, achievable, aligned with business priorities and have progress against these objectives tracked and reported. In undertaking these tasks, the Director will be supported by the Manager, Corporate Sustainability, who is a direct report. Who you are:

• Service – You consider both internal and external stakeholders and demonstrate intent of understanding and putting the clients’ needs first. You advocate service excellence and work to deliver solutions that meet the needs. You proactively develop strategic partnerships that allow Aviso Wealth to become a trusted advisor and partner
• Execution – You are committed to achieving your goals and to succeed. This includes focusing on “getting things done”, as well as recognizing and taking advantage of opportunities as they arise. You are consistently looking for ways to improve your personal best and see value in continuous improvement. You take accountability for your actions and learn from mistakes
• Collaboration – You work collaboratively with others with the common goal of driving positive results. Making meaningful contributions to your team to achieve organizational goals is a priority. You proactively encourage collaboration, build trust and inclusion, and work to establish effective relationships both inside and outside of the organization
• Leadership – You lead your team and provide regular direction, guidance, coaching, and motivation, all while striving for peak performance. You assist them in overcoming obstacles through additional resources, removal of roadblocks, and providing the level of support required for their success. You delegate and deliver feedback based on the in-depth understanding of your individual team members

What your day looks like:You are a highly organized sustainability professional with a strong track record of managing programs and achieving and tracking results. Your value is focused on creating a clear, manageable, and trackable program for implementing Aviso’s Corporate Sustainability strategy and will encompass the following accountabilities:

• Build and manage a defined program that supports the implementation of Aviso’s sustainability goals and ambitions
• Coordinate and consolidate, with the support of the Manager, Corporate Sustainability, the gathering, analysis, and evaluation of data related to identified sustainability gaps
• Ensure compliance with relevant sustainability reporting standards, laws, and regulations, and stay up-to-date with changes in sustainability-focused legislation
• Identify, highlight and address sustainability-related risks and incorporate responses to those risks into the Corporate Sustainability program
• Partner with the NEI Responsible Investment team to establish relevant key performance indicators (KPIs) and targets required to assess the effectiveness of Aviso’s Corporate Sustainability program
• Integrate Aviso’s Corporate Sustainability program into the Diligent ESG reporting platform
• Collaborate with the VP, Corporate Sustainability, in preparing and submitting regular program updates for presentation to the Corporate Sustainability Committee, Executive Committee and the Aviso Board
• Actively participate in the production of the annual Aviso Corporate Sustainability Report

RequirementsYour experience and skills:

• Bachelor or Master’s degree with a focus on sustainability, corporate responsibility or a similar field of study
• 10 to 15 years in progressive project or program leadership roles in the sustainability space
• Proven capability in, and understanding all aspects of corporate sustainability
• Exceptional project and program management to support input, engagement and consensus
• Business mindset and understanding and appreciation of corporate goals and considerations
• Experience in using technology-based reporting platforms
• Understanding of the regulatory landscape around sustainability/ESG reporting
• Ability to understand, develop and implement sustainability-related data, measures and targets to align with strategic goals
• Knowledge of the finance industry and competitive issues and developments that impact our lines of business beyond sustainability considerations
• Fluent communication skills in English are required and bilingual skills in French are an asset
• Project Management training and/or certification an asset

BenefitsWhy Aviso WealthAt Aviso Wealth, you will find a dynamic and inclusive culture that rewards innovation and celebrates success. Here are a few things that set us apart:

• Competitive compensation package that rewards and recognizes individual contributions
• Excellent health, dental and insurance benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees
• Generous vacation time, fitness benefit, parental leave top-up options
• Matching contributions to our retirement program
• Commitment to the continuous improvement of our staff through learningamp; development and an education assistance program
• Regular social events to foster teamwork

Equal Employment OpportunityAviso Wealth welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including persons with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs in all stages of the hiring process.We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.No recruiters or agencies, please.Company Overview:Aviso is a leading wealth management and investment services supplier for the Canadian financial industry, with over $120 billion in total assets under administration and management, and over 1,000 employees. We’re building a technology-enabled, client-centric wealth management ecosystem. Our clients include our partners, advisors, and investors. We’re a trusted partner for nearly all credit unions across Canada, in addition to a wide range of portfolio managers, investment dealers, insurance and trust companies, and introducing brokers. Our partners depend on Aviso for specific solutions that give them a competitive edge in a rapidly evolving, highly competitive industry. Our investment dealer and mutual fund dealer and our insurance services support thousands of investment advisors. Our asset manager, NEI Investments, specializes in investing responsibly. Our online brokerage, Qtrade Direct Investing®, empowers self-directed investors, and our fully automated investing service, Qtrade Guided Portfolios®, serves investors who prefer a hands-off approach. Aviso Correspondent Partners provides custodial and carrying broker services to a wide range of firms. We have offices in Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, and Winnipeg. Aviso is backed by the collective strength of our owners: the credit union Centrals, Co-operators/CUMIS, and Desjardins. We’re proud to power businesses that empower investors.A career with Aviso means being part of a group of talented, energetic professionals who live their values every day, and belonging to an organization dedicated to your success and career development. If you’re looking for interesting and challenging work, at a company committed to its people, apply to join our team.SalaryThis position is posted with an expected salary range of $124,000 - $158,000 CAD annually. Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate and the requirements of the position.