At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead responsible investment initiatives and enhance market engagement in the UK&I.
- Company: Join the PRI, a global leader in responsible investment.
- Benefits: Full-time role with flexible working and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace welcoming under-represented groups.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on sustainable finance and influence key stakeholders.
- Qualifications: Strong background in asset management and expertise in ESG.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Employment Type - Full time (Please note, where PRI has an office there is an expectation to work a minimum of 2 days per week)
Closing: 11:59pm, 12th Jul 2026 BST
About the PRI
The PRI is the world’s leading proponent of responsible investment. It works to understand the investment implications of environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors and to support its international network of investor signatories in incorporating these factors into their investment and ownership decisions. The PRI’s three distinct capabilities relate to the core elements of the PRI’s approach to achieving a sustainable financial system:
- Translate RI (Responsible Investment) thought leadership into insights and practical support that is tailored to what signatories need to progress their RI practice.
- Convene our vast network to create opportunities for collaborative action.
- Harness our global scale to influence policymakers and regulators to effect system change.
Job Description
The Head of UKI, Markets will have the overall responsibility for enhancing responsible investment awareness and practice within the UKI, S in particular, working with Policy, Sustainable Systems, and Investor Initiatives, ensuring the latest PRI tools and guidance are taken to the local signatory base as appropriate.
Projects/Working Groups:
- Contribute to, and in some cases lead, the ongoing delivery of any specific working group or ad hoc projects that have been assigned to enhance signatory engagement and mobilise the RI market.
- Share an understanding of key local market issues and players amongst colleagues.
Events:
- Represent PRI at relevant events to help raise the organisation’s profile in the region, network across the local RI market, and help showcase relevant recent research, initiatives, and guidance.
Local Market Business plans:
- Support the regional business plan and budget that contributes to the overall EMEA Markets strategic objectives, as well as those of the broader PRI. This will include providing a clear picture of the local market via provision of data, knowledge of local trends, etc.
Provide coaching and mentoring to more junior members of the Markets team, including sharing technical knowledge and expertise where appropriate.
Person Specification
- Ability to influence decisions at a senior level and change the behaviour of others, both internally and externally.
- Possesses well developed emotional intelligence and diplomacy skills, enabling them to build their unique brand/profile.
- Excellent business development skills, including the ability to investigate growth opportunities using active listening and powerful questioning to understand stakeholder needs, provide solutions, and influence outcomes.
- Excellent networking, influencing, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong and productive relationships and demonstrate credibility at a senior level as a trusted partner in different circumstances (remote/in-person or internal/external) with a clear understanding of what drives people and how to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Strong verbal (including public speaking) and written communication skills in English and any other major local languages.
- Ability to engage and motivate, present complex information, and lead meetings with senior stakeholders.
- Strong facilitation skills, diplomacy, tact, and ability to build consensus within diverse perspectives.
- Subject-matter expertise and understanding of ESG and the broader finance space, notably around the sustainable finance agenda and responsible investment issues (ESG disclosure and data, reporting standards, corporate governance, etc.) within the market.
- Previous experience within the asset management and/or asset owner industry is essential.
We particularly welcome candidates from under-represented groups, including Black, Asian, and other People of Colour, those with visible or non-visible disabilities, LGBTQ+ candidates and those who are neurodivergent.
N.B. We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date in the event of an overwhelming response or a change in business priorities.
Contact Details:
Principles for Responsible Investment Recruitment Team
