OPPORTUNITY

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Associate, Sustainability Reporting to join our dynamic team. You will play a crucial role in shaping our responsible investment strategy with a focus on Fengate’s ESG data management and sustainability reporting programs. The Associate will support ESG data collection, review, and quality assurance processes to ensure accurate and timely reporting. Responsibilities will include supporting the responsible investment team in preparing sustainability reports and submissions to GRESB, SFDR, PRI, and U.S. and Canadian regulatory and investor reporting requirements. You will also collaborate with cross-functional teams in infrastructure, real estate and private equity, to drive ESG data management efforts and communicate our progress to stakeholders. This role will be based out of Toronto with occasional travel to our Oakville office.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• ESG data management: Support ESG data collection, review, and quality assurance processes to ensure accurate and reliable reporting, with focus on carbon accounting and quantification of embodied and operating emissions under GHG Protocol and PCAF methodologies. Develop insights to reduce carbon footprint and enhance sustainability outcomes in construction, operations, and maintenance of real assets.

• Real estate reporting: Assist Real Estate team in preparing and submitting reports for the Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB), Energy and Water Reporting and Benchmarking (EWRB), and support other non-financial reporting initiatives such as BOMA and LEED.

• Reporting and disclosure: Contribute to the creation and distribution of sustainability reports in accordance with relevant U.S. and Canadian regulations and standards (e.g., SFDR, ISSB, SASB). Assist in the preparation and submission of Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) reports, highlighting Fengate's dedication to responsible investment principles and sustainability initiatives.

• Labour data tracking: Support and enhance the tracking and reporting of labour hours and labour impact to ensure compliance with sustainability and investor reporting standards.

• Investor reporting: Collaborate with relevant teams to support investor reporting and due diligence questionnaire requirements, ensuring transparency and accountability.

• Regulatory compliance: Stay up-to-date with evolving US and Canadian ESG regulations and reporting requirements, ensuring Fengate has the measures in place to remain compliant.

Requirements

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of study (environmental science, real estate, finance, accounting, sustainable finance, engineering).

• 3+ years of relevant work experience in finance, environmental science, sustainability consulting, residential real estate sustainability, or related roles.

• CPA designation is an asset.

• Strong understanding of ESG frameworks, GHG reporting standards, and reporting guidelines.

• Excellent analytical and research skills with the ability to interpret complex environmental and financial data.

• Strong communication and presentation skills to convey information to diverse audiences.

• Professional certifications in ESG (e.g., CFA ESG Certificate, SASB FSA, GRI Sustainability Reporting Standards) is preferred. Ongoing commitment to professional development in sustainability/ESG is expected.

CORE COMPETENCIES

The successful candidate will be a top-performing self-starter who enjoys working independently, has a strong commitment to deadlines and objectives, is process-oriented with a high sense of ownership in their work, and possesses a high degree of intellectual curiosity. Fengate expects all employees to demonstrate the core competencies of being authentic, focusing on performance, understanding stakeholders, and building effective relationships. In addition, the successful candidate will be:

• Being Authentic – Inspiring trust and being courageous.

• Focusing on Performance – Being accountable and driving results.

• Understanding Stakeholders – Knowing the needs of those who rely on you.

• Building Effective Relationships – Collaboration and communication.

LOCATION

Toronto, ON (Hybrid)

Fengate is an equal opportunity employer, we strive to attract and retain a diverse workforce and are committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace. It is a core priority at Fengate to create, operate with, and continuously grow and sustain an inclusive culture that respects and connects the diversity of our team, our clients, our partners, and the communities we work in.

We are committed to providing accommodation for persons with disabilities. If you require accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.