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Sustainable Finance & Responsible Investment

Sustainable Finance and Responsible Investment

GS2 is a trusted partner to global financial institutions, working alongside them to secure sustainable finance experts as well as leaders of the functions that enable them to hit their sustainable objectives.

We understand the critical roles and specialised functions that shape impactful, forward-looking organisations, and we’re adept at identifying leaders who bring both strategic vision and technical expertise. At GS2, we pride ourselves on aligning our clients with the right talent to transform sustainability goals into measurable results, fostering a culture of responsible investing and long-term resilience across the financial industry.

Our sustainable finance and responsible investment practice encompasses a diverse range of sectors including:

Private Markets
Real Assets
Asset Management
Pension funds
Banking and Insurance
Sustainable finance advisory
Impact investing

By utilising our extensive network of top-tier professionals, we empower global financial institutions and investors to build high-performing teams that excel in their markets and champion responsible investment and practices.

Functions we recruit for:

ESG / Group Sustainability
Climate / Environmental/ Nature
Sustainable Investment
Reporting
Communications
Marketing
PortCo leadership
People / HR
Risk
Sales / Product

Typical assignments include:

Chief Sustainability Officer
Director of Responsible Investment
Head of ESG
Head of Policy and ESG Integration
Head of Climate Risk
Head of Nature and Environmental
Director of Stewardship
Head of Sustainable Product Marketing
ESG Reporting Lead
Investment Manager
Equity Sales
ESG Analyst

To discuss further, please contact our team today

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GS2 are the future of recruitment!. Every element covered in extensive detail to ensure that the correct candidates are found. Josh, Naz and the teams approach is personal, specific and with incredible customer service to keep you fully informed before, during and after the assignment. Can’t rate them highly enough, a fully deserved 5 star experience.
Simon Bown - Director of HSEQ at KeolisAmey

Simon Bown,

Director of HSEQ

Working with GS2 to recruit our Sustainability Lead - Development was a completely different experience to any recruitment I had done in the past. I had already seen a successful outcome of this approach when they recruited on behalf of the Better Buildings Partnership. What you get with GS2 is a very personal approach - they genuinely care that they are providing the right candidate and the right solution, and they manage expectations well.

Janine Cole,

Social Impact and Sustainability Director

The level of service, both for me as the client and for the candidates was exceptional and the quality of all candidates was extremely high. From the initial briefing to the final placement of the successful candidates I could not fault the approach and ethos. I look forward to having the opportunity to work with Josh and GS2 again in the future.

Alison Grogan,

People Director - Group Functions, Compass Group

GS2 helped recruit for two critical roles within the BBP and for a short-term project manager. The service from them has been exemplary.

From the detailed engagement on the brief to scoping out the market, the process was set up for success extremely well.

They really understood our organisation, our recruitment needs and how best to position the roles for potential candidates.

The initial engagement GS2 undertook with candidates, including interviews and candidate profiling was incredibly thorough meaning that we received a very high quality of shortlisted candidates.

They worked alongside us closely all the way through the recruitment process, supporting us and the candidates to ensure our expectations and aspirations were well matched.

As a result, we are incredibly fortunate to be welcoming some fantastic talent into the BBP team - what more can you ask?

Sarah Ratcliffe, CEO, The Better Buildings Partnership

Sarah Ratcliffe,

CEO of The Better Buildings Partnership

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Are you looking for your next challenge within a sustainably conscious organisation? At GS2 we partner with organisations, who like you, believe in leaving the world better than they found it.

Posted today

Health and Safety Advisor

Salary£44000 - £49500 per annum
LocationWinchester, Hampshire, South East, England

Health and Safety Advisor - Construction Property Developer Do you have a passion for driving health, safety, and environmental excellence across a dynamic and evolving organisation? Are you a health and safety practitioner who thrives on delivering operational health and safety excellence? Would you like to work for an organisation committed to driving a culture of safety, inclusion, and continuous improvement? If so, look no further… A challenging and rewarding position has arisen for a Health and Safety Advisor to cover sites across the M4 corridor for a leading property developer with a strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental excellence. As part of the organisation's health and safety team, this role reports directly to the Health and Safety Manager and will lead on regional operational health and safety duties across the South West region, including fulfilling CDM (Construction Design and Management) regulatory responsibilities to ensure compliance across all projects. Why the Health and Safety Advisor position is something you should apply for:Be part of a forward-thinking organisation known for its commitment to sector-leading safety standards within the property development sector.Join a supportive workplace that continuously drives and improves safety standards across its internal teams and subcontractors.Report directly to the Health and Safety Manager, with an opportunity to learn and progress to management in the future.The successful Health and Safety Advisor will:Hold a NEBOSH Construction Certificate or equivalent.Have proven expertise in working operationally across a regional property and construction portfolio.Be an excellent communicator capable of building robust stakeholder relationships.Lead on incident investigations, ensuring timely and high-quality reporting with actionable insights.Oversee CDM duties, ensuring compliance with CDM 2015 regulations, supporting project teams with risk assessments, method statements, and ensuring health and safety obligations are met throughout the project lifecycle.In return, the successful individual will receive an attractive compensation package consisting of:£44,000-£49,500Travel allowance25 days holiday plus bank holidaysPension contributionsOngoing professional development opportunities and training supportIf this could be of interest, please apply now through our retained partners and sustainability-focused executive search organisation, GS2 Partnership.

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Posted 13 days ago

HSEF Manager

Salary£75000 per annum
LocationFalmouth, Cornwall, South West, England

Health & Safety ManagerLocation: Falmouth, Cornwall | FTSE 100 Global ManufacturerWatson-Marlow, a globally recognized FTSE 100 manufacturing leader, are searching for an experienced Health & Safety Manager. This is a key leadership role with the opportunity to shape safety culture, drive strategic change, and make a lasting impact in a high-performing organizationThe OpportunityThis is more than just a compliance role—it’s a chance to lead, influence, and embed a safety-first culture at every level of the business. Watson-Marlow already has an excellent safety record, and they’re looking for a proactive leader to build on this foundation, fostering engagement from the boardroom to the shop floor.Based in Cornwall, this role also provides an enviable work-life balance in one of the UK’s most beautiful locations.What We’re Looking ForProven leadership experience in a high-risk industrial or manufacturing environment.Strong influencing skills—able to engage teams at all levels and drive cultural change.Technical expertise in health & safety, balanced with a hands-on, people-first approach. NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) qualification at Level 6.What’s on Offer?Competitive salary (~£75,000)10% matched pensionPrivate medical coverage from day one (option to extend to family)27 days annual leave + bank holidaysAdditional Wellbeing Day + flexible benefits (dental, critical illness, insurance & more)This is an outstanding opportunity for a strategic and hands-on leader to shape the future of safety within a world-class manufacturing business.Apply through the advert or feel free to reach out to s.treverton@gs2partnership.com

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Posted 15 days ago

Asset and Compliance Manager

Salary£52000 - £56000 per annum
LocationLancashire, North West, England

Asset & Compliance ManagerAre you passionate about asset management and compliance within social housing, and want to make a significant impact on the wellbeing of vulnerable tenants?Would you like to be part of an organisation that provides supported living accommodation to adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs?Do you have experience managing asset-related health and safety and compliance across a housing portfolio?If so, this could be the role for you An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Asset & Compliance Manager to join a dynamic and forward-thinking housing association, providing crucial support in delivering asset management programmes and ensuring compliance across the organisation. Why the Asset & Compliance Manager position is something you should apply for:You will have the chance to work for a respected housing association committed to providing quality accommodation to individuals with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs.The role offers the autonomy to influence and lead asset and compliance activities, reporting directly to the CEO and making a meaningful impact on the organisation’s success.As the Asset & Compliance Manager, you will drive improvements in the management of asset-related health and safety, compliance, and operational performance, contributing to the growth and efficiency of the association.Be part of an organisation with strong values, working alongside a passionate and dedicated team focused on providing exceptional service and care to its tenants.The successful Asset & Compliance Manager will:Oversee the management of responsive repairs contracts, ensuring performance to agreed service standards, and report regularly to the CEO.Conduct cyclical reviews of value for money across service contracts, including repairs, planned maintenance, water treatment & testing, fire risk assessments, and other asset-related compliance services.Provide monthly compliance overview reports to the CEO and ensure appropriate oversight of asset-related health & safety issues.Collaborate with the Business Development team to identify asset-based financial risks in potential new developments.Manage the development and ongoing use of the repairs, planned maintenance, and asset management modules in the Active H housing management system.Lead a team of property surveyors, contracts managers, and repairs administrators to ensure efficient service delivery.Contribute to the development of asset and compliance policies, ensuring they align with the organisation's strategic goals.Drive the improvement of the organisation’s asset management processes, ensuring they align with best practice and the latest regulatory standards.In return, the successful Asset & Compliance Manager will receive an attractive compensation package, including:A competitive base salary of £52,000 - £56,000 (dependent on experience), plus a £1300 car allowance.Hybrid working options with the opportunity to balance home and office working.Opportunities for personal and professional development, including training and career progression.The chance to make a significant impact within a leading housing association dedicated to supporting vulnerable tenants.If this opportunity aligns with your experience and ambitions, please apply now through GS2 Partnership, to discuss further.

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Posted 20 days ago

Associate Director - Sustainable Investment

SalaryCompetitive salary
LocationLondon, Greater London, South East, England

Associate Director - Sustainable InvestmentDo you believe that responsibly deployed capital is an opportunity to drive true sustainable and commercial success?Do you want to join an alternative asset manager, focused on thematic investing as the leader for climate and nature, working on group and investment strategies?If so, look no further…GS2 Partnership are hiring an Associate Director – Sustainable Investment for Gresham House, a specialist asset manager with £8.5bn AUM, focused on sustainable investments across forestry, real estate, infrastructure, renewables, and battery storage.Why the Associate Director - Sustainable Investment is something you should apply for:Sustainability is at the core of what Gresham House does, it is integrated into all investment decisions, focusing on long term impact and returnsThe business have experienced extraordinary growth over the last five years and currently has £8.5bn AUM, exclusively deployed across sustainable asset classesYou will be the subject matter expert for climate and nature within a firm renowned for their sustainable investmentsThe successful Associate Director - Sustainable Investment will:Hold 5+ years of relevant climate/nature experienceHave excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholdersBe able to demonstrate a proven track record of working in both the sustainability and private market financial services sectorsIn return the successful individual will receive an attractive compensation package consisting of :Competitive salary & attractive bonus schemePrivate medical insurance25 days annual leave + 2 days volunteering leaveOctopus Electric vehicle schemeIf this could be of interest, please apply now through sustainable finance executive search organisation GS2 Partnership.

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