Mercer adds head of sustainability

The newly-created role of sustainable investments specialist is being filled by not-for-profit sector veteran Mark Longbottom.

Longbottom was most recently the head of corporate social responsibility at Southern Cross. He has more than 20 years experience in working with purpose-driven organisations across New Zealand and the United Kingdom in a range of leadership roles.

Mercer NZ chief executive Martin Lewington says Longbottom’s extensive knowledge of the market would complement the deep expertise of Mercer’s global and regional sustainable investment consulting team.

“Mark’s experience in the not-for-profit sector is second to none. He has a strong understanding of the ESG needs of organisations, particularly among foundations, universities and iwi,” Lewington said.