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Vice President, Group Sustainability

Country:  Singapore
State:  Singapore
Job Function:  Risk Management & Sustainability
Job Posting Date:  21 Nov 2024

ABOUT FRASERS PROPERTY LIMITED
Frasers Property Limited (“Frasers Property” and together with its subsidiaries, the “Frasers Property Group” or the “Group”), is a multinational investor-developer-manager of real estate products and services across the property value chain. The Group is listed on the Main Board of the Singapore Exchange Securities Trading Limited (“SGX-ST”) and headquartered in Singapore.

Frasers Property's multinational businesses operate across five asset classes, namely, residential, retail, commercial & business parks, industrial & logistics as well as hospitality. The Group has businesses in Southeast Asia, Australia, Europe and China, and its well-established hospitality business owns and/or operates serviced apartments and hotels in over 20 countries and more than 70 cities across Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East and Africa.

Frasers Property is also the sponsor of two real estate investment trusts (“REITs”) and one stapled trust listed on the SGX-ST. Frasers Centrepoint Trust and Frasers Logistics & Commercial Trust are focused on retail, and industrial & commercial properties, respectively. Frasers Hospitality Trust (comprising Frasers Hospitality Real Estate Investment Trust and Frasers Hospitality Business Trust) is a stapled trust focused on hospitality properties. In addition, the Group has two REITs listed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand. Frasers Property (Thailand) Public Company Limited is the sponsor of Frasers Property Thailand Industrial Freehold & Leasehold REIT, which is focused on industrial & logistics properties in Thailand, and Golden Ventures Leasehold Real Estate Investment Trust, which is focused on commercial properties.

The Group is committed to inspiring experiences and creating places for good for its stakeholders. By acting progressively, producing and consuming responsibly, and focusing on its people, Frasers Property aspires to raise sustainability ideals across its value chain, and build a more resilient business. It is committed to be a net-zero carbon corporation by 2050. Building on its heritage as well as leveraging its knowledge and capabilities, the Group aims to create lasting shared value for its people, the businesses and communities it serves. Frasers Property believes in the diversity of its people and is invested in promoting a progressive, collaborative and respectful culture.

For more information on Frasers Property, please visit frasersproperty.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

Job Summary

 

As Vice President, Group Sustainability, you will be responsible for the identification, design, development, and execution of key Sustainability objectives as determined by the Group (Frasers Property Limited, i.e. ‘FPL’). You will provide support and guidance to the business leadership in ensuring sustainability is integrated into all stages of the business’s activities (as appropriate and defined by the business), liaising with key influencers and decision makers as required.  

Your role will be critical in driving a consistent approach that ensures the Group’s sustainability objectives and commitments are reflected in its processes and activities and you will be responsible for identifying and building the requisite sustainability related capabilities within Director, Senior Leader, and other key internal stakeholder levels.  

 

Job Description

 

  • Provide sustainability expertise and guidance to the Group to support the execution of the Sustainability Strategy and drive change  
  • Identify and assess environmental, social, and governance (ESG) risks and opportunities for the organisation  
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive ESG strategy aligned with the organization's goals and objectives 
  • Identify processes and procedures and work closely with strategy and risk teams to further inform and support investment decisions on the impacts and opportunities associated with ESG 
  • Lead the development and review of corporate ESG policies and guidelines, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards 
  • Lead the publication of ESG reports that are aligned to international standards (such as GRI, Integrated Reporting, TCFD) for the Group and its sponsored REITs 
  • Manage and oversee the collection, analysis, and reporting of ESG data within the organisation. It is crucial to ensure accurate and reliable data is gathered to support initiatives and decision-making processes. 
  • Lead the implementation of a centralised ESG data management system to enhance data collection, analysis and reporting capabilities 
  • Lead the external assurance processes to validate date integrity for our disclosure within ESG reporting and GRESB submission 
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders, such as executives, department heads, and employees, to drive ESG initiatives and embed practices into business operations  
  • Keeping abreast of emerging trends, best practices, and regulations in ESG, and providing strategic recommendations to senior leadership, including Steering Committee and Sustainability and Risk Management Committee.  
  • Support other members of the Group Sustainability Team in the execution their goals as required 
  • Engage with external stakeholders, including investors, regulatory/industry bodies, and NGOs, to enhance the organization's reputation and promote sustainable practices  
  • Spearhead the development of employee engagement programs, which include organising the annual group Environment Month and Health & Safety Month.  

Key Qualification

 

  • Relevant University degree and relevant real estate industry certifications/qualifications in ESG 
  • 10+ years’ experience in an ESG role within the property industry 
  • Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of compliance requirements, standards, imminent and emerging issues in ESG and the built environment 
  • Established industry networks and connections with key stakeholders including government, JV partners, industry bodies, academia, etc. 
  • Demonstrate a clear understanding of ESG, and possess deep experience in delivery of initiatives 
  • ESG report writing and publication aligning to international standards and frameworks 
  • ESG data management platforms and analytical tools.  
  • Preparing and executing corporate ESG strategies, business cases, feasibility studies, etc. 
  • Demonstrated understanding of the financial impacts and opportunities for sustainability initiatives on investment decisions and new business 
  • Proven track record in building capacity in Senior Leaders and supporting organisational change towards 
  • Experience in successfully working across large, complex organisations in multi-national and cultural environments 
  • Deep understanding of regulatory and voluntary ESG requirements across multiple geographies 

Diversity brings us closer to the communities we serve.

Guided by our Purpose, we are creating, inspiring, and nurturing an inclusive culture that unlocks the power of diverse teams to drive Frasers Property forward. Our values drive everything we do, which are core to creating safe places where everyone belongs, is mutually respected and feels empowered to be authentic at work. Working collaboratively makes us progressively stronger and better as an organisation, which helps our people to thrive each day.

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