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SalaryRI Reporting and Policy Engagement Manager
Business Area: Corporate Affairs
Place of Work: London
Contract Type: Permanent
Our office is a vibrant workplace, and we offer flexibility in office/homeworking due to our hybrid model.
About the role
As the RI Reporting and Policy Engagement Manager, you will make a meaningful and valued contribution from the outset.
This role will provide a great opportunity to explain coherently and persuasively its approach to responsible investment and ESG issues and the outcomes of that approach.
This involves a range of statutorily required reporting, together with the messaging that feeds into that reporting, supporting communication materials and documents themselves.
In addition to coordinating the communication aspects of RI reporting, including the messaging, writing, and editing of report content, this role will support the RI team’s engagement with policy makers and others regarding policy matters.
What you will be doing
As a trusted part of Corporate Affairs you will be responsible for:
- Draft, write and edit content and supporting communications as required for USS and USSIM RI reporting, including Stewardship Code, TCFD and PRI reporting, and any related awards entries
- Lead in the development of the messaging for RI reporting and related publications and ensure that relevant RI reporting messaging is reflected elsewhere across USS and USSIM
- Ensure that RI reporting and related messaging are consistent with the wider Corporate Affairs strategy and aligned with wider communication themes
- Work with the Public Affairs Manager and RI team to monitor upcoming policy and legislative developments that could impact USS’ RI reporting and related publications
- Provide senior leadership and business areas with timely information and advice about developments around RI reporting and related publications and assist with impact assessments
- Develop and maintain a professional network to gather and share RI reporting and Policy Engagement best practices, and advocate for USS’ approach
About you
We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they don't tick every box; if you're excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, then please apply, regardless of whether you meet all the requirements outlined in this profile.
To be successful in the role, you will have:
- Experience in report writing, corporate writing or content marketing (ideally RI)
- Excellent analytical, writing and messaging skills and engaging with and advising senior leadership
- A strong understanding of responsible investment and ESG issues
- An understanding of successful public affairs and public policy influencing and engagement
- Ideally, a background in pensions/financial services
Why join us?
How we will reward you
- Great starting salary
- Generous annual leave package
- Access to a high-quality pension scheme provided through Universities Superannuation Scheme
- Supportive people policies (including enhanced occupational sickness pay and family-friendly pay)
- Financial contributions towards your personal development to help you maintain your physical and mental wellbeing
- Access to a range of health and wellbeing services, i.e., private healthcare, discounted gym membership
- Learning and development opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and talent
- Employee Volunteer Days to support the communities where you work and live
- Cycle to Work Scheme
Our culture and values
Our people are what makes us different. We work together to create a diverse and inclusive culture that embraces individuality, where people are welcomed and feel comfortable knowing they can be themselves.
Our purpose firmly states the importance of members, putting them ‘front and centre’ of what we do. This is embedded in our values:
- Integrity
- Collaboration
- Excellence
About us
Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) was established in 1974 as the principal pension scheme for universities and higher education institutions in the UK. We work with around 330 employers to help build a secure financial future for more than 528,000 members and their families. We are one of the largest pension schemes in the UK, with total assets of around £75.5bn (at 31 March 2023). To find out more, please visit https://www.uss.co.uk
USSL is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We strive to ensure our recruitment process is as flexible and inclusive as possible so we can attract diverse candidates and recruit the best talent. We want all candidates to perform at their best during the recruitment process, so if you need any reasonable adjustments or if there is anything we can do to help support you through your recruitment journey please let us know by contacting resourcing@uss.co.uk.
