Sarah Hedges
About Sarah Hedges
Sarah Hedges is a Manager at Alpha FMC, specializing in Responsible Investment strategies within the asset management industry. She has a background in ESG program implementation and has previously worked as an Analyst and Consultant at Alpha FMC, as well as an Industrial Placement at Morgan Stanley.
Current Role at Alpha FMC
Sarah Hedges currently serves as a Manager at Alpha FMC, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on the asset management industry, particularly on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors and Responsible Investment strategies. Her responsibilities include overseeing the implementation of large ESG programs across various areas such as Distribution, Client Reporting, and Regulation.
Previous Experience at Alpha FMC
Sarah Hedges has a history with Alpha FMC, having worked there in multiple capacities. She began her tenure as an Analyst from 2017 to 2019, where she gained foundational experience in the asset management sector. Following this, she served as a Consultant from 2019 to 2021, further developing her expertise in ESG and Responsible Investment before advancing to her current managerial role.
Experience at Morgan Stanley
Prior to her time at Alpha FMC, Sarah Hedges worked at Morgan Stanley as an Industrial Placement from 2015 to 2016. This 11-month experience in London provided her with exposure to the financial services industry and contributed to her understanding of investment strategies and market dynamics.
Education and Qualifications
Sarah Hedges studied at the University of Bath, where she earned a degree in Politics with Economics, achieving First Class Honours from 2013 to 2017. Her educational background laid the groundwork for her career in finance and asset management. Additionally, she completed her high school education at William de Ferrers from 2006 to 2013.
Expertise in ESG and Responsible Investment
Sarah Hedges specializes in defining Responsible Investment strategies for asset managers. She has extensive experience in analyzing the role of asset managers within the ESG regulatory landscape and has provided insights on the integration of ESG data and technology in asset management. Her work includes discussions on the impact of the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) and the challenges and opportunities in ESG regulation.