Associate –Lenders’ Environmental & Social Advisory

Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world. Arup's globally connected and multidisciplinary Lenders' Environmental and Social Advisory (LESA) team provides environmental, social and sustainability advisory services to lenders, investors, developers and project sponsors on major infrastructure, energy, transport and water projects worldwide.

The team supports clients throughout the project lifecycle, delivering environmental and social impact assessments, due diligence, monitoring, management systems and implementation support in accordance with international lender requirements, including the IFC Performance Standards, Equator Principles, EIB Standards, EBRD Performance Requirements and World Bank requirements.Working across Europe, Africa, Asia and the Americas, the team supports some of the world's most complex and high-profile projects while helping shape industry best practice in environmental and social risk management.

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The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Environmental and Social (E&S) Risk Management professional to help lead the growth and delivery of Arup's Lenders' Environmental & Social Advisory services across a diverse portfolio of domestic and international projects.Working alongside E&S specialists and technical experts across Arup's global network, you will provide technical and commercial leadership on lender-focused due diligence, monitoring and advisory assignments across the infrastructure, industry, energy, transport, water and built environment sectors.This is an exciting opportunity to work on technically challenging and internationally significant projects while continuing to develop your expertise and influence best practice across the industry. You will play a key role in growing client relationships, leading business development activities, mentoring colleagues and supporting the continued expansion of our global LESA business.Key responsibilities include:

• Leading environmental and social due diligence, monitoring and advisory assignments for lender-financed projects.
• Providing technical leadership on international E&S standards, lender requirements and industry best practice.
• Managing multidisciplinary project teams to deliver high-quality outcomes on programme and budget.
• Developing and growing client relationships while supporting business development and proposal activities.
• Mentoring and developing team members and promoting collaboration across disciplines and geographies.
• Contributing to innovation, thought leadership and strategic growth initiatives across Arup's global network.
• Undertaking occasional international travel to support projects and client engagement.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role for you?

We are looking for people who:

• Have significant experience managing environmental and social impacts and risks across major infrastructure, energy, transport, water or industrial projects in both OECD and non-OECD contexts.
• Demonstrate extensive experience leading lender-funded E&S due diligence, monitoring and advisory assignments, with strong knowledge of IFC Performance Standards, Equator Principles and other international lender requirements.
• Have a proven track record of developing client relationships, winning work and contributing to business growth and commercial success.
• Are confident communicators with experience leading multidisciplinary teams and engaging effectively with stakeholders across diverse sectors, cultures and geographies.

We may close the role earlier than the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications, so please ensure you apply early.