ESG Committee Member
A leading real estate investment company is seeking to appoint three external specialists to serve on its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Committee. This newly established committee will play a central role in advancing the firm’s sustainability, ethical investment, and responsible growth objectives.
The ESG Committee will meet three times per year (virtually), and members will receive a competitive sitting fee for each meeting.
We are inviting expressions of interest from accomplished professionals who can offer strategic oversight, technical depth, and independent insight across the ESG spectrum, with an emphasis on real estate and investment relevance.
Skills and Expertise SoughtThe ESG Committee’s composition will reflect a balanced blend of expertise in the following domains:
1. Environmental Sustainability & Climate Expertise
Specialists in green building, climate risk, or environmental management within real estate. Ideal candidates may hold LEED, BREEAM, or similar accreditations and bring proven experience in energy efficiency, carbon reduction, or climate adaptation strategies for property assets.
2. Social Impact & Community Engagement
Leaders in social impact investing, community development, or diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). This may include individuals with experience in urban regeneration, stakeholder engagement, or social performance measurement in property or investment contexts.
3. Governance, Ethics & Compliance
Experienced professionals in corporate governance, ethics, and regulatory compliance. Candidates may have served as non-executive directors, governance advisors, or compliance leaders in financial or real estate sectors, ensuring transparency, integrity, and accountability in ESG oversight.
4. Impact Investing & Sustainable Finance
Practitioners or investors skilled in sustainable finance, impact measurement, and ESG integration. Expertise in frameworks such as the UN PRI, GRESB, or sustainable finance taxonomies will be highly valued.
5. Real Estate Insight with ESG Integration
While ESG credentials are essential, familiarity with the real estate investment landscape is equally important. Candidates should understand how sustainability factors influence property value, tenant demand, and long-term asset resilience.
6. Diverse Perspectives & Global Outlook
We encourage applications from individuals who bring diversity of thought, background, and geography. Candidates may be based locally or internationally, provided they can participate effectively in virtual committee meetings.
Eligibility and ExclusionsPlease note that the following profiles will not be considered at this stage:
- Current C-suite executives or partners of direct competitor firms (active REITs, real estate private equity platforms, or developers operating in similar markets).
- Individuals with excessive capacity constraints (e.g. serving on more than three active boards or committees).
- Candidates with unresolved regulatory, sanctions, or litigation exposure, or those subject to ongoing action by FSCA, JSE, SEC, or equivalent authorities.
- Politically exposed persons (PEPs) in current senior public or SOE roles where conflicts cannot be mitigated.
- Individuals requiring non-standard governance protections or compensation terms inconsistent with the committee’s framework.
The ESG Committee will convene three virtual meetings per year, with preparatory reading and contribution expected between sessions. Members will receive a competitive sitting fee per meeting.
To ensure confidentiality and impartiality, the name of the appointing organisation will be shared only with shortlisted candidates.
Expression of InterestInterested candidates are invited to submit a brief expression of interest and a comprehensive CV, outlining relevant experience and areas of ESG expertise, by Sunday, 16 November 2025.
All applications and enquiries should be directed, in confidence, to: elmarie@nedcareers.com
Remuneration: Competitive sitting fee per meeting
Closing date: 16 November 2025