Shareholder Engagement Director

ABOUT THE TROTTIER FAMILY FOUNDATION (TFF)

Our mission is to support organizations that work towards the advancement of scientific inquiry, the promotion of education, fostering better health, protecting the environment and mitigating climate change.

ABOUT ECLIPX

Spurred by the work TFF has done in addressing the climate crisis, Eclipx was established in part to broaden the capacity of the foundation to apply its sustainable investment objectives to its endowment, as well as to carry over those practices into private family assets.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Title: Shareholder Engagement Director

Location: Montreal, Quebec / Hybrid. Our office is in Montreal, but we will consider candidates from across Canada. 

Application deadline: June 17, 2024 

Starting date: ASAP 

Position type: Full-time, permanent 

Experience level: Senior-level (7 years +) 

Compensation: Competitive compensation, commensurate with experience. Compensation also includes a generous benefits package (RRSP, Insurance).

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Shareholder Engagement Director is a pivotal role within our team and to our knowledge the first position of its kind in Canada where you work for a climate funder and family office. This position is designed for a dynamic and strategic leader who is deeply committed to leveraging shareholder influence to drive substantial and meaningful progress with a particular emphasis on climate-related practices within public companies and service providers including investment and banking relationships. The Shareholder Engagement Director reports to our senior management and will be instrumental in advancing climate investing goals through targeted shareholder engagement strategies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and execute comprehensive strategies for engaging with companies to promote sustainable corporate practices and achieve specific climate goals.
• Collaborate with committee members to identify and prioritize companies for engagement
• Lead and facilitate direct engagement with corporate boards and management teams of companies to advocate for climate-focused business practices.
• Utilize a spectrum of tools available to shareholders, including direct dialogue, collaborative engagement, proxy voting, and filing shareholder proposals.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in the financial community, including investors, climate organizations, network associations, and industry experts.
• Represent our organization in various forums and networks to enhance our influence and effectiveness in climate advocacy.
• Regularly monitor the progress and impact of engagement efforts on our climate and corporate sustainability goals.
• Prepare and present reports and updates, highlighting successes, challenges, and strategic recommendations.
• Develop and lead communication campaigns to mobilize other investors, investment managers, and the public in support of our climate agenda.
• Advocate for climate-positive changes at shareholder meetings and other relevant platforms.
• Guide the formulation of policies and practices that align with our climate investing objectives.
• Ensure that our engagement strategies are consistent with the latest climate science and policy developments.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 7 years + of relevant work experience
• Academic credentials could include degrees in finance, commerce, law, environmental studies or in related field
• Graduate degree will be considered an asset
• Solid understanding of financial markets and publicly listed company dynamics 
• This is a senior role, suitable for someone with a proven track record in shareholder engagement, corporate sustainability, or climate advocacy.
• Deep understanding of climate change issues, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) criteria, and sustainable investment strategies.
• Strong leadership and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to develop and implement effective engagement strategies.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders, including senior corporate executives, investors, asset managers and charitable organizations.
• Ability to handle complex projects and multi-task with excellent attention to detail.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting.
• Independent, self-started and very organized. 
• French language proficiency will be considered an asset.

APPLICATION PROCESS  

To apply, please send your CV and short cover letter to info@trottierfoundation.com . In your cover letter please respond to the following questions: 

1. Why do you want to work at TFF and Eclipx? What do you hope to gain and what do you hope to contribute? 

2. How can shareholder engagement help advance the work of the Trottier Family Foundation and Eclipx Family Office and leverage impact? 

All enquiries and nominations will be kept in strict confidence. Due to the anticipated volume of responses, we will only contact those candidates who most closely match our requirements and who are invited to an interview.

Interviews are anticipated to take place on a rolling basis from May to June, 2024. 

TFF and Eclipx Family Office are committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment. If you require any accommodation as part of the application process, please do not hesitate to contact Caroline Lavoie at info@trottierfoundation.com. 

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À PROPOS DE LA FONDATION FAMILIALE TROTTIER (FFT)

Notre mission est de soutenir les organisations qui œuvrent à l’avancement de la recherche scientifique, à la promotion de l’éducation, à la promotion d’une meilleure santé, à la protection de l’environnement et à l’atténuation des changements climatiques.

À PROPOS D'ECLIPX

Porté par le travail accompli par la FFT pour lutter contre la crise climatique, le Family Office Eclipx a été créé en partie pour élargir la capacité de la fondation à appliquer ses objectifs d'investissement durable à sa dotation, ainsi que pour transférer ces pratiques dans les actifs privés de la famille.

L'OPPORTUNITÉ

Titre : Directeur de l’engagement actionnarial

Lieu : Montréal, Québec / Hybride. Notre bureau est à Montréal, mais nous considérerons les candidats de partout au Canada.

Date limite de candidature : 17 juin 2024

Date de début : dès que possible

Type de poste : Temps plein, permanent

Niveau d'expérience : Niveau senior (7 ans +)

Rémunération : Rémunération compétitive, proportionnelle à l'expérience. La rémunération comprend également un généreux ensemble d'avantages sociaux (REER, Assurance).

APERÇU DU POSTE

Le directeur de l’engagement actionnarial joue un rôle central au sein de notre équipe. C’est, à notre connaissance, le premier poste du genre au Canada où vous travaillerez pour un bailleur de fonds climatique et un family office. Ce poste est conçu pour un leader dynamique et stratégique qui est profondément déterminé à tirer parti de l'influence des actionnaires pour générer des progrès substantiels et significatifs, avec un accent particulier sur les pratiques liées au climat au sein des entreprises publiques et des prestataires de services et ce, tant dans les relations d'investissement que dans les relations bancaires. Le directeur de l'engagement des actionnaires relève de notre haute direction et jouera un rôle déterminant dans la promotion des objectifs d'investissement climatique grâce à des stratégies ciblées d'engagement des actionnaires.

PROCESSUS DE DEMANDE

Pour postuler, veuillez envoyer votre CV et une courte lettre de motivation à info@trottierfoundation.com. Dans votre lettre de motivation, veuillez répondre aux questions suivantes :

1. Pourquoi souhaitez-vous travailler chez la FFT et Eclipx ? Qu’espérez-vous retirer de cette expérience et qu’anticipez vous y apporter ?

2. Comment l’engagement actionnarial peut-il contribuer à faire progresser le travail de la FFT et d’Eclipx et à accroître notre impact ?

Toutes les demandes de renseignements et les nominations resteront strictement confidentielles. En raison du volume de réponses attendu, seuls les candidats correspondant le plus au profil que nous recherchons seront convoqués à un entretien.

Les entretiens auront lieu sur une base continue de mai à juin 2024.

La FFT et Eclipx Family Office s'engagent à créer un environnement de travail diversifié, équitable et inclusif. Si vous avez besoin d'accommodements dans le cadre du processus de candidature, n'hésitez pas à contacter Caroline Lavoie à info@trottierfoundation.com.