Operating Partner, Sustainability & Impact (S&I)
ARCHIMED · Lyon
As part of its development, ARCHIMED is looking for an S&I Operating Partner to drive S&I progress in its portfolio. The Operating Partner supports 10 to 20 of its c. 40 portfolio companies, working hands-on with management, the Director of S&I and the investment teams.
Key responsibilities
Portfolio company support
- Onboard company leadership on ARCHIMED’s S&I framework
- Define ESG and impact objectives with management
- Build a 3 to 5 year roadmap and annual targets with each company
S&I monitoring (funds and ARCHIMED)
- Review yearly progress and set objectives for the next year
- Monitor performance in line with SFDR and LP commitments
- Report to investors and identify portfolio-wide themes
Engagement with the ARCHIMED S&I team
- Align regularly with the Director of S&I and contribute to the S&I strategy
- Supervise S&I team members on part of the monitoring work
- Build strong relationships with the investment teams
Requirements
Key requirements
- 10 to 15 years of experience in S&I, ideally in both consulting and corporate roles
- Hands-on experience implementing S&I programs in SMEs or mid-market companies
- Strong knowledge of S&I frameworks and disclosures (SFDR, KPIs, roadmaps)
- Experience working with C-suite executives internationally
Personal attributes
- Strong leadership and initiative
- Excellent interpersonal skills and maturity
- Pragmatic and solution-oriented
- Constructive and humble
Nice to have
- Healthcare-related S&I experience
- Technical experience in supply chain engagement
- Expertise in environmental and LCA assessments
Benefits
- Contract: consulting-type contract, with 1 month’s notice.
- Start Date: ASAP.
- Time Commitment: based on availability.
- Location: Remote with presence in ARCHIMED’s Lyon offices.