About Us

We’re one of Canada’s largest pension investors, with CAD$299.7 billion of net assets as of March 31, 2025.

We invest funds for the pension plans of the federal public service, the Canadian Forces, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, and the Reserve Force. Headquartered in Ottawa, PSP Investments has its principal business office in Montréal and offices in New York, London, and Hong Kong.

About The Team

Sustainable investment is an integral part of our investment approach, helping us mitigate risk, uncover opportunities to enhance long‑term performance, and bring our edge. Our Sustainability and Climate Innovation (SCI) group spearheads these efforts, advancing our sustainability and climate capabilities and collaborating closely with investment teams to integrate sustainability factors throughout our processes and deliver public reporting to stakeholders.

About The Role

We’re seeking a temporary 18‑month contract for Manager, Sustainability & Climate Innovation , to support PSP’s climate approach, including the integration of climate considerations into relevant risk management processes. You will report to the Senior Director, Sustainability and Climate Strategy.

As Manager, Sustainability & Climate Innovation , your responsibilities encompass a wide range of tasks to advance our commitment to climate action and sustainable investment.

- Climate Risk Integration: Lead the integration of climate considerations into risk management processes, methodologies, and reporting, collaborating with the Risk team and asset class teams to translate climate insights into practical, decision‑useful analysis.
- Climate Approach: Participate in advancing PSP’s climate approach, including implementation and reporting. Lead the development of quantitative tools, portfolio‑wide metrics, and analytical outputs to support the assessment, monitoring, and integration of climate‑related risks.




- Sustainability Integration: Lead sustainability assessments of target companies and partners, including due diligence and ongoing monitoring, and oversee the coordination of sustainability‑related work performed by third‑party advisors.
- Internal Policy and Procedure Enhancement: Participate in the development or enhancement of climate‑related policies and procedures, collaborating with internal and external experts.
- Education and Knowledge Transfer: Contribute to the design and delivery of climate‑related training and knowledge‑sharing initiatives across the organization.

What You’ll Need

- Robust educational foundation; advanced degrees preferred (e.g., master’s degree in finance, sustainability management, politics, science, engineering, or a related discipline). ESG or Climate‑related certification is a plus.
- Six (6) to eight (8) years of relevant sustainability experience, with a strong focus on climate. International experience and expertise within the financial industry is a plus.
- Understanding of investment and/or enterprise risk management frameworks, with the ability to translate climate‑related risks into practical assessment, monitoring, and reporting approaches.
- Expertise in developing corporate climate strategies, establishing strategic direction, setting goals, and delivering results, aligning them with industry best practices and standards.
- Experience delivering training on sustainability and climate‑related matters.




- Proficiency in greenhouse gas emissions accounting and familiarity with recognized standards.
- Understanding of transition plan frameworks, such as SBTi and CRREM.
- Strong business acumen, blending qualitative and quantitative analysis to solve complex business problems.
- A results‑oriented and goal‑driven mindset, with a commitment to achieving quantifiable outcomes.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities with a high level of autonomy.
- Proven ability to build trust and foster long‑term relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Collaborative mindset, with the ability to work effectively across teams and contribute to shared priorities and group objectives.
- Proficiency in English and French (or willingness to learn).

Advantages

- Investment in career development.
- Comprehensive group insurance plans.
- Competitive pension plans.
- Unlimited access to virtual healthcare services and wellness programs.
- Gender‑inclusive paid family leave policy: up to 26 weeks for primary caregivers, 5 weeks for secondary caregivers.
- Personalized family‑building support, from pre‑pregnancy to menopause, with available financial assistance.
- Vacation days available on day one, with additional days on milestone service anniversaries, and summer Friday afternoons off.
- A hybrid work model with a mix of in‑office and remote days.
- Benefits package may vary based on your employee type.

EEO Statement

At PSP Investments, we aim to provide a workplace where everyone feels valued, safe, respected, and empowered to grow. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified applicants and strive to offer an inclusive and accessible candidate experience. If you require any accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, please let us know.

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📌 Manager, Sustainability & Climate Innovation (Temporary - 18 months) (Montreal)
🏢 PSP Investments | Investissements PSP
📍 Montreal