Senior Manager of Environmental Affairs

The environment has been a vital part of TD Bank Group’s history and brand for more than 25 years. From greening communities through the TD Friends of the Environment Foundation to greening our own operations, the environment has been a key focus. TD was among the first North American banks to identify climate change as an issue that would impact the way it did business, and since then made the choice to act. By embedding an environmental perspective throughout the bank, we are better able to identify the risks and opportunities associated with climate change, while sustaining the economic, environmental and social well-being of the communities we serve. As a financial institution, we recognize that we are in a unique position to help accelerate the transition to a low-carbon economy. Through our financing activities and cross-sector collaborations, we work to provide innovative solutions to today’s business and environment challenges. After more than a decade of leadership, we are embarking on the next phase of our environmental journey. In early 2018, TD released our new Global Citizenship Platform, an ambitious strategy which is aligned with the UN Global Goals. The new platform demonstrates value by enhancing our brand and reputation, building the employee value proposition, driving business results and catalyzing positive social and environmental impact. In this outcomes focused strategy, environment is a key driver of change.

Reporting to the AVP & Head of Environment, the Senior Manager of Environmental Affairs will manage a team of passionate individuals who are subject matter experts to innovate on, and execute, an enterprise-wide environment strategy around four key areas of focus: operational footprint, responsible financing/investing and risk management, green products, and community and environmental engagement. Through these four pillars and working with key business partners within and outside of the bank, you will deliver programs and initiatives that will help drive business value for TD, and help proactively manage the bank’s reputation and risk exposure.Specific responsibilities include:Operational Footprint

• Engage and support TD’s internal business partners to reduce TD’s operational footprint (focus on energy, paper, waste, water)
• Oversee TD’s carbon neutral program 

Green Products & Services

• Lead TD’s green bond program, with a focus on innovation and program growth, working closely with business partners across TDBG
• Focus on growth and enhancement of green products and services

Responsible Finance & Investment

• Lead the refresh and roll out of risk assessment procedures in support of TD’s Policy on Environmental and Social Risk for Credit Business Lines. Provide timely and accurate subject matter expertise on environmental and stakeholder risks for high risk transactions
• Manage an internal working group to assess the potential for financial impacts due to climate change within key business segments in support of the recommendations from the Financial Stability Board’s Task Force for Climate Related Financial Disclosures
• Lead and drive progress towards TD’s Low Carbon Target ($100B by 2030), engaging with business partners across the Bank to identify and grow low carbon opportunities
• Engage with and support Asset Management and Insurance in alignment to UN Principles for Responsible Investing and UN Principles for Sustainable Insurance

• Develop and oversee completion of internal and external environmental reporting for TD’s annual Corporate Responsibility Report, Financial Report and key rankings and ratings (CDP, GRI, DJSI, Sustainalytics, MSCI, RE100, EP, etc.)
• Ensure compliance with TD’s Environment Policy, and associated Environmental Management System (ISO 14001 aligned), and ensure Corporate Environmental Affairs is in compliance with internal audit findings
• Provide support and content to TD’s communications team, North American marketing sponsorships, field marketing, customer segments and environment related community programs
• Oversee environment budget and support business administration function for contracting, consultant and vendor management for environmental initiatives
• Be an environmental thought leader and spokesperson for TD, engaging our external stakeholders and enhancing TD’s public profile

The position reports to the AVP & Head of Environment and has direct reports. However the majority of environmental activities are implemented through influencing TD’s many internal business partners. The candidate needs to be comfortable leveraging their cross-function or cross-enterprise skills to both develop strategies and execute on a number of strategic initiatives. A big focus for the coming years will be on growth of low carbon finance and investment, and driving greater integration between business and environment. This role will expose the candidate to a number of functions and business lines, external thought leaders and associations, and provides opportunity to shape the growth of the low carbon sector! In addition to the below, key requirements for the role include strategic thinking, strong quantitative/analytical skills (i.e. business casing), expertise in banking, the ability to cut across the Bank to get things done.

• Undergraduate degree, graduate degree preferred, in environmental science, engineering, business, economics
• 6+ years of relevant experience – combination of environmental and business experience
• Deep subject matter expertise relating to current and emerging North American environmental issues and their practical application in a business environment
• Strong business acumen and advanced understanding of financial institution business segments, services, and product offerings
• Proven ability to identify opportunities, form relationships quickly, and cut across a large organization to get things done
• Strong people management capabilities, with ability to effectively manage diverse teams and build bench strength, through the use of training, coaching and people development
• Able to communicate to a wide range of audiences – including senior executives
• Ability to independently evaluate technical information, translate and interpret to a wide range of audiences
• Strong general management skills including business management, project management and people management
• Ability to work independently, think critically, multi-task and make decisions in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to continuous improvement, results focused, can-do attitude

Additional Information

• Inspire a positive work environment and help champion quality, innovation, teamwork and service to the business.
• Learn voraciously, stretch your thinking, share your knowledge and educate others.
• Communicate and collaborate with your colleagues and team.
• Cultivate winning relationships by building trust with business partners.
• Share our commitment to productivity, effectiveness and operational efficiency.
• Embrace change and witness amazing things happen.

Inclusiveness
At TD, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and communities in which we live and serve. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.#LI-LMI

37.5 hours M – F

At TD, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and communities in which we live and serve. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.