ISPT Sustainability Manager (12 month contract)

IFM Investors is hiring an ISPT Sustainability Manager for a 12-month contract in Melbourne, VIC. The role focuses on integrating ESG principles into business operations, developing sustainability strategies, and overseeing initiatives to reduce environmental impact. The position emphasizes collaboration and inclusion within the workplace, aiming to create positive social and environmental outcomes while delivering financial returns.
About Us

JOB DESCRIPTION

ISPT became a wholly owned subsidiary of IFM Investors in December 2024, adding Real Estate as a fifth asset class to the IFM platform. ISPT was established 30 years ago and has grown to become a leading real estate funds management firm with $21 billion AUD portfolio – making it a top 10 Australian property fund manager by FUM.

Bringing ISPT into the IFM Investors platform presents an opportunity to combine the capabilities, talent and experience of our teams, helping create further opportunities to add value for clients and accelerate our combined growth strategies.

IFM Investors is a private markets manager, with a focus on infrastructure and capabilities in unlisted and listed equity, private equity and debt. IFM manages AU$218.3bn across all asset classes on behalf of 717 institutional clients (at 30 June 2024). We have 230+ investment specialists across our capabilities. We’re based on four continents, operating from offices in Melbourne, Sydney, London, Berlin, Zurich, Amsterdam, Milan, New York, Houston, Hong Kong, Seoul and Tokyo. We have a global network that helps us uncover opportunities. Our reach, reputation and relationships mean we can access deal flows that few other managers can.

IFM was founded by pension funds. It’s still owned by pension funds today. Our clients are stewards of capital too, with the same duty to deliver value over decades. We share a multigenerational vision: to invest, protect and grow the savings of millions of people. We do this by investing, owning and financing the assets our clients and their beneficiaries rely on to live their lives. Where we own assets, our engineers and sector experts join their boards and management committees, with the aim of becoming pivotal to their success.

From Vienna Airport to the Indiana Toll Road, from energy storage to data storage, we invest in what matters: real assets that will serve society’s needs for decades to come and seek to deliver for clients the positive outcomes they need . For more information, visit ifminvestors.com .

Business Overview

ISPT's Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) function stands as a testament to the organisation's commitment to responsible and sustainable business practices. This function is at the forefront of ISPT's efforts to integrate and embed ESG principles into its full business operations. The team is responsible for developing and implementing sustainability strategies, setting ambitious ESG performance targets and overseeing initiatives that reduce ISPT’s environmental footprint while enhancing social responsibility across the organisation and portfolio. Key areas of focus for the ESG team include climate change, resource efficiency, social impact initiatives, and ethical labour standards to deliver not only financial returns but also positive social and environmental outcomes.

The Opportunity

At IFM, you’re not just part of an investment company – but an invested one. We see the work we do as the chance to take sustainable, responsible steps forward for millions of people around the world.

So, we have made sure to create a workplace that’s inclusive, accountable and collaborative. Where you’re given the opportunities to make a meaningful contribution and grow your skills. All while feeling valued and supported for who you are and what you bring to the team.

Along with the chance to make a meaningful, positive difference from day one, we offer a competitive salary and generous leave entitlements. We also believe all roles are genuinely flexible at IFM – so we are happy to talk through what this might look like for you.

The Role

The Sustainability Manager is responsible for contributing to the on-going development and implementation of ISPT’s Sustainability strategy across the company, supporting the Chief Sustainability Officer in monitoring progress and improving performance.

Engaging with internal and external stakeholders to help build awareness and capacity to improve sustainability performance across the strategic areas of environmental action, and social inclusion.

Scoping and delivering a diverse range of internal and external programs that support and enhance ISPT’s sustainability performance and cultural approach to sustainability across its operations.

Key Duties Will Include
• Engage with key internal and external stakeholders to facilitate the delivery of sustainability programs and ensure alignment with ISPT’s Sustainability Strategy and targets
• Facilitate sustainability related education and awareness programs, materials, and presentations to internal and external stakeholders
• Coordinate the delivery of sustainability ratings, including Green Star Performance ratings and NABERS Energy, Water and Waste assessments
• Deliver sustainability programs in alignment with ISPT’s Sustainability Strategy, including the identification of performance improvement opportunities

Your Background And Experience
• Tertiary qualification in engineering/environmental science/building/property related degree
• Experience with sustainability rating frameworks (incl. Green Star Performance and NABERS)
• Experience in the property industry within a similar corporate environment
• Strong influencing and collaboration skills, with a track record in building and maintaining relationships
• Outcomes approach to program/project delivery, including creating mutually beneficial opportunities for ISPT, our customers, community and investors
• Proven all-round sustainability knowledge, including technical understanding of resource efficiency measures

Ready to invest in what matters?

With IFM, that includes your own career. Visit ifminvestors.com/careers to find out more.

IFM Investors is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive culture where all employees are valued and recognised for their unique qualities, backgrounds, and perspectives. We champion all groups regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, or family status. We are committed to providing individuals with disabilities reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process. Please contact us if you require specific support at any stage of the recruitment process at Careers@ifminvestors.com

About Us

Established by all-profit-to-members Australian superannuation funds, IFM Investors focuses on delivering superior net investment returns to members of superannuation and pension funds and like-minded institutional investors around the world.