Hiring! ESG & Impact Manager for Ventech & AFI Ventures

Job title: ESG & Impact Manager for Ventech & AFI Ventures

Location: Paris, France

Job Type: full time

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About us

In the heart of Europe's technologicalrenaissance, where innovation intertwines with history, we are an early-stageinvestor, shaping the future alongside founders who seamlessly align financialand impact outcomes. Founded in 1998, Ventechis a dynamic and forward-thinking venture capital firm that invests ininnovative, high-growth startups across B2B Software, Consumer &Marketplaces, Vertical Solutions, Media & Entertainment, CloudInfrastructure & Connectivity, DevTools, Hardware & Semiconductors,Climate Tech.

With more than onebillion euros raised since our inception, wehave realized over 320investments, (includingVestiaire Collective, Ogury, The Customization Group, Veo Technology, Prewave,Reveal, Speexx) and over 185 exits (Believe (BLV.PA) – listed on Euronext;Arteris (AIP) listed on Nasdaq and Fintecsystems - acquired by Tink).

Following our growth trajectory, Alliancefor Impact Ventures (AFI Ventures) was launched in 2020. AFIVentures is the impact pre-seed & seed fund ofVentech investing in impact-driven startups reimagining every sector of theglobal economy in a fairer and more sustainable way (climate tech, food tech, social change,sustainable consumption & production).

We are passionate about not just drivingfinancial returns but also creating a positive and lasting impact on societyand the environment. As part of our commitment to responsible investing, we areseeking an ESG & Impact Manager to lead our efforts in integratingEnvironmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors into our investmentstrategy globally at Ventech and help us deepen our focus on measuring,managing, and accelerating the impact of AFI Ventures’ investments.

About your role

Your role consists of two implications inboth the flagship fund – Ventech, and in our impact arm – AFI Ventures.

As the ESGManager of Ventech, you willlead our firm’s ESG practice under the supervision of our CFO. You will beresponsible for shaping and executing our ESG strategy across the investmentlifecycle of all Ventech funds - from deal sourcing and due diligence toportfolio management and reporting.

As the ImpactManager of AFI Ventures, ourSFDR article 9 impact fund, you will play a key role in leading the firm’simpact strategy, ensuring that we effectively measure, track, and enhance thesocial and environmental outcomes of our portfolio companies.

You will work closely with our investmentteam, portfolio companies, and external stakeholders to ensure that ourinvestments are aligned with our commitment to generating both financialreturns and lasting positive change. This is a highly strategic role thatcombines impact management, investment support, and external engagement.

Key responsibilities

·        ESG & impact strategy development & implementation: develop, implement, and refine our firm’s high-level ESG strategy,ensuring alignment with our investment philosophy and objectives + lead theimplementation of the firm’s impact framework, ensuring that it is integratedthroughout the investment lifecycle.

·        ESG & impact due diligence & investment support: collaborate with investment teams to better integrate ESG byconducting impact due diligence into the due diligence process of our potentialinvestments.

·        Reporting & measurement: design andmanage our reporting processes for investors, from the accurate data collectionfrom our portfolio companies, verification of our ESG regulatory compliance(including SFDR Article 8 & Article 9), all the way to the redaction of ourannual ESG & impact Reports for both investment strategies at Ventech andAFI Ventures.

·        Portfolio management & impact monitoring: work closely with portfolio companies to track, assess, andimprove their ESG practices and impact strategies, offering guidance andsupport for implementing sustainable business practices, as well as how tomeasure and improve their impact over time.

·        Stakeholder engagement & communication: build relationships with investors, external ESG consultants,regulatory bodies, and industry groups to stay updated on ESG trends,regulations, best practices and serve as the primary point of contact to shareprogress and insights on our impact initiatives.

·        Sustainability research & knowledge building: continuously assess emerging ESG risks and opportunities in theventure landscape and help the firm stay at the forefront of industry trends,in particular by attending ecosystem events and participating in workinggroups.

·        Internal training & advocacy:educate and engage internal teams on the importance of ESG and sustainableinvesting, fostering a stronger culture of responsibility for impact within thefirm.

‍Qualifications & experience

·        You have 2+ years of experiencein sustainability, finance, or investing, with a focus on investmentmanagement, sustainability, or impact investing. Prior experience in venturecapital or private equity is a plus.

·        You have a solid understandingof ESG frameworks, regulations in France / Europe (requirements under CSRD andEU taxonomy), best practices as well as a deep understanding of impactmeasurement, management tools and frameworks, particularly in early-stagestartups.

·        You have an excellent verbaland written communication skills, both in French and in English, with theability to present complex ESG issues and impact data to a wide range ofstakeholders, including investors, portfolio companies, or a broader audience

·        You are a strong team playerwho can work cross-functionally with investment professionals, portfoliocompanies, and external advisors to achieve shared goals.

·        Education: a degree inBusiness, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Finance, or a related field.Professional certifications in ESG (e.g., CFA Institute ESG Certificate, PRIAcademy) are a plus. 

Why us

·        Impactful work: play a key role inshaping the future of sustainable investing and contribute to buildingbusinesses that drive both financial and societal value.

·        Collaborative culture: work with an open-minded,diverse, talented and human-scale team of professionals who are passionateabout innovation, impact, and sustainability.

·        Career growth: we are committed tofostering your professional development through mentorship, learningopportunities, and exposure to high-growth startups across a wide range ofindustries across Europe.

How to apply

If you are passionate about ESG and want tohelp drive change in the venture capital industry, we would love to hear fromyou! Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience andmotivation for the role to charles@afi.ventures.

Additional information

·        Long-term contract (CDI)

·        Paris-based (75002)

·        Starting date: to be filled assoon as possible

·        Joining Ventech is being at theforefront of impact-driven innovation and being part of a loving, dynamic,international, supportive and open-minded team