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Sustainability Specialist

Krungsri
Krungsri (Yan Nawa)
Bangkok, Thailand 🇹🇭
Krungsri
Bank of Ayudhya Public Company Limited [symbol in SET: BAY ] was established on January 27, 1945, and its ordinary shares were listed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand in 1977. The Bank is currently the fifth largest bank in Thailand in terms of loans and deposits. Krungsri provides a full range of banking services to both commercial and individual customers.

About this position

The Sustainability Specialist will be responsible for researching and monitoring developments in climate change and sustainability, leading compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and educating staff on sustainability practices.

Responsibilities

• Research and monitor knowhow and new developments in Climate Change pertaining to bank’s operations addressing Credit (Commercial and Retail), Market, Liquidity and Operational Risks
• Research and monitor sustainability developments in other areas eg. Biodiversity, Pollution and Social
• Study and lead the team working on laws, regulations and guidelines which have implication in banking business eg. Climate Change Acts, Carbon Credit Market, Thailand Taxonomy, Customer’s Carbon Emissions application, BOT & SEC guidelines, IFC’s Standard Practice and so on.
• Develop and deliver training programs to educate staff about sustainability practices and policies.
• Participate in several Campaigns and Initiatives eg. Principles of Responsible Banking (UN’s PRB), Equator Principles, IFC Green / Blue Bond, and Bank-wide transition plan as well as sectoral transition plan.
• Support team members and share / provide knowledge and knowhow to meet team’s goals.
• Continuously seek ways to enhance the bank’s sustainability risk management and integrate new best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor or master’s in science or environmental engineering
• Direct experience in financial services industry or Consultants would be key advantage.
• Professional certifications (e.g., LEED, ISO 14001, CFA ESG or GARP SCR) would be a plus.
• Experience with sustainability reporting frameworks (e.g., GRI, SASB, TCFD, S2).
• Proficiency in English presentation and writing.
• Communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong.