Responsible Investment Intern

Appointment Type: Full-time, fixed term (12 months)

Working hours: 35hrs per week Mon-Fri though some evening and weekend work will be required.

Location: Cathedral Centre, 3 Ford Street, Salford, M3 6DP

Salary & benefits: £19,838 - £20,850 (Depending on experience), 25 holidays, plus statutory bank holidays and 5 Diocesan closure days.

About: The Diocese of Salford believes that being a responsible investor is about ensuring that the beliefs we hold as Catholics are translated into positive action through the portfolio of shares we hold. We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Responsible Investment Intern to support the implementation and delivery of the Diocese’s Investment Policy Statement across asset classes in all markets (public equities, fixed income, private markets, and property).

What we are looking for: An individual with knowledge of both responsible investment best practices and global climate and environmental best practice. The post holder will possess excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to co-operate with a wide range of visitors and work collaboratively across the Diocese. They will have a flexible, can-do, and proactive approach with the ability to contribute to the development of the Investment Committee’s work and to support the wider aims of the Diocese.

What you will need: The successful candidate will need to have a first degree in business, economics, or related subject. They will be trustworthy with the ability to work with complete discretion and confidentiality and have a friendly and professional manner. Sound organisational skills and the ability to adapt and respond to changing priorities and demands will be key.

Safeguarding: The Diocese of Salford is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The post-holder will be expected to contribute to a positive culture of safeguarding within the organisation. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure by the Disclosure and Barring Service. All employees of the Diocese are expected to work to promote the safeguarding of vulnerable groups.

They must familiarise themselves with and adhere to the procedures on how to dealwith allegations or concerns of abuse and the Church’s Safeguarding Policies and Procedures which can be found at http://www.catholicsafeguarding.org.uk/national-safeguarding-standards/national-safeguarding-policy

It is not required for the post-holder to be Catholic, however the post holder should have an understanding and sensitivity to the values, principles and ethos of the Diocese of Salford and members of the Church in all aspects of their work.

Closing date for applications: 12 noon on Friday 19th May 2023

Please visit our website: https://www.dioceseofsalford.org.uk/news/vacancies/ where you canfind further information including our Privacy Notice and / or to download an application pack.

If you have any queries about the role, please email: HR@dioceseofsalford.org.ukSalford Roman Catholic Diocesan Trustees Registered Charity - Registered Charity No. 250037

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract, Internship
Contract length: 12 months

Salary: £19,838.00-£20,850.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 19/05/2023
Reference ID: 257