Assistant Manager - Sustainability

Hang Lung Group Limited (SEHK stock code: 00010) has been engaged in real estate development since 1960. Through its subsidiary Hang Lung Properties Limited (SEHK stock code: 00101), the Group manages a portfolio of over 3.5 million square meters of retail, office, residential, and hotel properties across Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland.

The Group’s diverse portfolio in Hong Kong includes office towers and malls in prime districts, as well as luxury residential developments in prestigious areas. In the Mainland, under the signature “66” brand, the Company’s mixed-use and retail developments are regarded as premium landmarks, strategically located in the hearts of key cities of Shanghai, Shenyang, Jinan, Wuxi, Tianjin, Dalian, Kunming, Wuhan, and Hangzhou.

Our people are the precious asset of the Hang Lung family and the key to our success. They drive forward our development through their commitment, professionalism and caring services. As we extend our business horizons, we continue to devote significant resources and energy to developing the expertise and skills of our outstanding team.

Integrity, Sustainability, Excellence, and Openness are at the heart of who we are. If you share these values, you could be the talent we are looking for. Join us and grow with us.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of the Group’s annual sustainability report by partnering with members of Sustainability Team and other departments to collect and synthesize reporting inputs, ensuring compliance with applicable sustainability reporting standards and disclosure requirements;
• Analyze sustainability reporting trends, peer disclosures, and regulatory developments, identify opportunities to enhance the communication of the Group's sustainability efforts and achievements, and uphold high standards in sustainability reporting;
• Lead the preparation and execution of submissions to various ESG ratings throughout the year, monitoring performance against evolving rating methodologies and stakeholder expectations, and proactively suggesting ways to close gaps and make improvements;
• Contribute to the Group’s initiatives and collaborate with other departments and stakeholders to advance diversity and inclusion among employees and in the broader community;
• Support and help shape the development and implementation of sustainability initiatives across the Group, including ownership in developing and advancing 1-2 sustainability initiatives each year (as mutually agreed);
• Work closely with the Deputy Director and other team members in supporting planning activities for the team, budget planning and execution, preparation for presentations for senior management, and serving as a departmental representative and liaison on various cross-departmental initiatives.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 6-8 years’ sustainability experience working in a company, a consulting firm, professional services organization, non-profit organization, academic institution, or other relevant setting.
• A strong understanding of relevant sustainability reporting requirements and standards, including HKEX, GRI, IFRS, SASB, and relevant ESG ratings, including CDP, FTSE4Good, GRESB, Hang Seng, MSCI, S&P, and Sustainalytics
• Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills with the capability to translate ideas into practical actions and measurable outcomes.
• Demonstrated capacity to work both independently and collaboratively and is proactive in communicating with colleagues to improve work productivity and results
• Excellent command of written and spoken English, Mandarin, and Cantonese
• Embracing our values of integrity, sustainability, excellence and openness

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace where employees are treated with respect. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, ethnicity, color, gender, age, religion, disability, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by Hong Kong law.

If you have specific needs that require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know. 

Personal Information Collection Statement (For recruitment purposes)

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For further information, please refer to Hang Lung Properties Limited’s Privacy Statement at https://www.hanglung.com/en-us/special-pages/privacy-policy-statement.