Our Swiss office completes Sustainability and ESG Maturity assessment

Saffery Trust has reinforced its commitment to responsible business with the completion of a full Sustainability and ESG Maturity assessment of its business in Switzerland.

The independent assessment analysed environmental, social, and governance (“ESG”) factors across business areas including strategy, governance, risk, policies, training and reporting, with the findings being used to initiate a new long-term sustainability project for the business in Switzerland.

The assessment forms part of the sustainability strategy of the wider international firm which has, since its founding, embedded responsible business principles as a core part of its culture and business strategy – incorporating charitable initiatives, environmental impact mitigation and improved waste management policies.

Saffery Trust has been a leading provider of services to high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and their businesses in Switzerland since its launch in the country in 2008. Today the firm’s Swiss offering comprises a team of 40 professionals across offices in Geneva and Zurich.

Saffery Trust Switzerland Managing Director, Paul Tucknott, said: 

“Sustainability is at the heart of our business, with our long-term strategy including the stated commitment that, as a responsible business, we will strive to make a positive impact on the society and environment in which we operate.

“We have been present in Switzerland for almost two decades and throughout that time we have been proactive in improving our working practices and, led by our volunteer Green and Corporate Social Responsibility Teams, are present and active in our communities. Our Geneva office has been carbon neutral since 2020, and we take every opportunity to give back through charitable efforts, including participating in the annual Marche de l’Espoir.

“These issues are critically important to us as across our international firm.. The ESG assessment we have now completed is an important step forward as we continue to refine our approach and ensure that our business is resilient, responsible and responsive to the needs of our clients – with interest in sustainable finance and ESG principles continuing to increase.”