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We are now looking for an Engagement Manager (12 month FTC) to join The Scott Trust Endowment (STEL). The team sits with and works alongside teams within the Guardian Media Group, offering a unique experience into both an investment function and a media organisation. In this role you will focus on improving the sustainability of the Endowment through engagement with a diverse group of stakeholders. The role interfaces between the responsible and sustainable investment industry and the Chief Investment Officer, Board of STEL and wider Guardian Media Group.

STEL is an endowment that was established in mid-2008 to support the Guardian Media Group. The Endowment enables The Scott Trust to achieve its purpose to secure the financial and editorial independence of the Guardian in perpetuity. The primary objective of the Endowment is to generate strong financial returns; additionally, maximising the opportunity for positive impact is at the heart of the Endowment's investment approach and we have a particular focus on contributing to tackling climate change, protecting nature, and advancing diversity, equity and inclusion in the investment industry and beyond.

This is a fixed-term role for 12 months from December 2025 to November 2026 inclusive.

About the Role

• Keep key internal stakeholders abreast of developments in the sustainable investment industry, focusing on the implications and defining goals for the Endowment.
• Plan and lead on engagements with STEL's fund managers on sustainability topics of importance to the Endowment.
• Participate in collaborative investor engagements with companies that STEL is part of through Nature Action 100, and maintain engagement with STEL's investor alliances.
• Lead on ad hoc projects where necessary. This will include planning a programme for and managing STEL's summer interns.
• Support the implementation of STEL's environmental strategy, including conducting an annual review of progress against key environmental metrics for the STEL Board.
• Assist with STEL's communications and annual reporting.
• Assist with the review of fund investments for the Endowment.

About You

• Demonstrable experience of working in, or a field related to, sustainable investing
• Proven experience of influencing stakeholders for change
• Ability to perform qualitative research and conduct projects independently
• Experience of working collaboratively with different functional teams

Experience working in any of these areas is desirable, though not necessary:

• Investment management
• Engagement and influencing activities
• Change management

We operate in a hybrid environment working 3 days a week from our offices in Kings Cross and 2 days a week remotely.

We value and respect all differences (seen and unseen) in all people. We aspire to have inclusive working experiences and an environment that reflects the audience we serve, where our people have equal access to career development opportunities, their voices are heard and can contribute to our future. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Many of our staff work flexibly and we will consider all requests for flexible working arrangements.

How to Apply

To apply, please upload your latest CV and a cover letter which outlines why you'd love to take on this role, and why you're a great match for what we're looking for.

We appreciate the time taken to prepare each application we receive. We do not use AI-assisted technology to review applications; every application is reviewed by a member of our recruitment team.

The closing date for applications is 10th October 2025.

All roles at The Scott Trust Endowment are open for everybody to apply. It is important to us that you feel supported and comfortable throughout your recruitment process, in order to perform your best. Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to help your application, this includes providing documents in accessible formats or personalising the process to better support your needs. Please contact Alice on alice.connor@theguardian.com to discuss further so we can work with you to support you through your application.

Benefits

You'll have 30 days of annual leave per year (plus bank holidays) with the option to purchase an additional 5 days. Our pension scheme is generous; if you contribute 5% then we will contribute 8-12% (depending on your age). We believe in giving back, which is why employees are given 2 volunteering days annually and the option of payroll giving. Season ticket loans are also available.

You are entitled to private healthcare, life cover, income protection, and eye tests. You can also opt in to dental insurance.

We have enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave policies in place. We also support our employees by offering an IVF, menopause, baby loss, and trans equality policy.

Culture and Wellbeing

We want everyone to feel like they belong here and we champion diversity of thought. Our various employee forums provide a platform to use their voice to foster an inclusive workplace. We became the first major media organisation to achieve B Corp status.

We offer tools to help you prioritise your wellbeing including access to our employee benefits platform which provides tailored support for health and wellbeing. In addition, we also offer free yoga and pilates classes. These run alongside our corporate gym membership and cycle to work scheme.

Our canteen has views overlooking the Regents Canal and caters for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Learning and Development

We encourage personal and professional growth. Employees have access to a broad range of tools and solutions, and we are happy to support the pursuit of professional qualifications through vocational courses and apprenticeships.