Green skills

Green skills refer to a broad set of capabilities and knowledge required to advance sustainability goals in the financial services industry. These skills enable professionals to make informed decisions that prioritise positive impact for people and the planet while also achieving positive business outcomes.

Core transferable skills

• Communication: Being able to explain clearly and persuasively complex, and often controversial, decisions relating to the organisation’s sustainability strategy.
• Leadership: Managing organisations, supporting people and driving change, through an increasingly unpredictable environment as organisations attempt to manage the impact of sustainability-related issues.
• Organisational change: Understanding the necessity of organisational change in the context of sustainability, planning for it, and effectively managing the transition to new types of business models.

Other important knowledge

Professionals working across the financial services sector are increasingly required to have a good understanding of sustainability principles and how they apply to financial operations. Some more specific areas of expertise may include:

• Regulatory knowledge: Being aware of environmental regulations and sustainability standards that affect the way that the financial sector operates across jurisdictions.
• Sustainability risk: Understanding how sustainability-related risks may impact the organisation’s operations, performance and reputation, and developing appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Technology & data: Understanding how to leverage data for informed decision-making and implementing technology solutions to drive sustainable practices within your organisation.