Sustainability Specialist

at  Kommunalkredit Austria AG

ABOUT US

Our vision: We will become the most agile and nimble infrastructure bank in Europe. We help creating a better world by
enabling sustainable infrastructure that improves the quality of people’s live.
Always first: We are always first when it comes to delivering outstanding results with speed and precision. We never stand
still. We take “always first” as an obligation to get better every day.
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In this entrepreneurial growth environment, Kommunalkredit is looking to expand its Sustainability team in Vienna. It offers ample space for creativity, self-initiative and personal development.

REQUIREMENTS

Professional / Academic Background:

• Min 3 years of experience with applied sustainability topics – ideally within a financial institution.
• An advanced degree and/or certifications in sustainability, environmental management, ESG, carbon accounting, or related fields are preferred but not required.

Skills and experiences:

• Comprehensive understanding of ESG principles, including familiarity with key frameworks such as the EU Sustainable Finance regulation, ESRS reporting. Special emphasis on Social and Governance aspects is a plus.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities, with an affinity for quantitative data analysis and a deep understanding of sustainability metrics.
• Demonstrated interest and quantitative experience with ESG data and databases, such as working as an ESG data business analyst or conducting emissions calculations.
• Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Fluency in German is a plus.

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In accordance with the collective agreement for bank employees and bankers, we ensure a remuneration that is in line with market standards and adjusted to your experience and qualifications. According to the collective agreement, the salary for this position starts at 3,500 euros. Additionally, we offer numerous benefits, including a job ticket, meal vouchers, flexible working hours, and opportunities for further training.

Sustainability Strategy Development:

• Support the continuous evolution and execution of the bank’s sustainability strategy in alignment with market trends, regulations, and organizational goals.
• Oversee and ensure the effective, strategy-aligned implementation of sustainability-related projects, initiatives, and partnerships.
• Provide advice and guidance on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) matters to different business units, helping integrate sustainability into decision-making processes.
• Stay informed on EU-specific sustainability regulations (e.g., EU Taxonomy, SFDR, CSRD) and ensure all projects and reports are in full compliance with these standards.

Stakeholder Coordination, reporting & communication:

• Act as a key liaison between internal teams (business units, risk, compliance, etc.) and external stakeholders (regulators, partners, NGOs) to facilitate collaboration and alignment on sustainability initiatives.
• Support the collection, analysis, and synthesis of sustainability data.
• Contribute to the creation of reports (e.g., annual sustainability reports) that align with relevant frameworks (e.g., ESRS, PCAF, PRB, SBTi).
• Communicate the bank’s sustainability vision, achievements, and future objectives to internal and external audiences.
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