Sustainable Times RISE Awards: Shortlist Revealed for Professional Services Categories

Sustainable Times is delighted to unveil the highly anticipated shortlist for the Professional Services Categories of the inaugural RISE Awards.

While the RISE Awards celebrate the start-ups and scale-ups shaping a sustainable future, these specific categories recognise the crucial service providers who empower them. Sustainability and responsible investment have never been more critical, and these firms form the vital support network helping innovative businesses succeed.

The shortlisted companies in these categories were nominated by our community of over 24,000+ investors and founders who recognised their invaluable assistance in areas like raising capital, structuring contracts, and aiding in ESG portfolio design.

Please note, this announcement focuses on the Professional Services nominees; shortlists for our other award categories have been announced elsewhere.

Public Voting NOW CLOSED

The Professional Services Shortlist

Best Sustainable Asset Manager

Honouring asset managers who excel at integrating sustainability, ESG, and impact considerations into their investment strategies, delivering both financial returns and positive real-world outcomes.

Aberdeen

Baillie Gifford

BNP Paribas

Columbia Threadneedle

Deutsche Bank (DWS)

Robeco

Jupiter

Nuveen

Best Accountancy Firm

Honouring accountancy firms that proactively support clients in integrating sustainability, ESG, and social responsibility into their financial and operational strategies, driving positive impact and growth.

Cooper Parry

Deloitte

KPMG

Kreston Reeves

Philip Hare Associates

Wilson Partners

Wealth Manager of the Year

Honouring wealth managers who excel at integrating sustainable, ESG, and impact investing into client portfolios, delivering strong financial performance alongside meaningful positive change.

Charles Stanley

EQ Investors

Greenbank Investments

LGT Wealth Management

Paradigm Norton

Sarasin & Partners

Tribe Impact Capital

Cazenove Capital

Best Legal or Regulatory Firm

Honouring firms providing outstanding legal/regulatory support, demonstrating a clear commitment to sustainability, CSR, or ESG principles.

Bird & Bird

Burges Salmon

Irwin Mitchell

Keystone Law

Marriott Harrison

Mishcon de Reya

RW Blears

Shoosmiths

Best Bank for Sustainable Finance

Sponsored by Bamboo Connect

Awarding a financial institution that has demonstrated exceptional commitment to funding sustainable initiatives and green finance solutions.

Barclays Innovation Hub (Eagle Labs)

British Business Bank

HSBC Innovation Banking

Lloyds

NatWest

Santander

SNIB

Save the Date: Awards Ceremony Details 🍾

The winners will be announced at the prestigious awards ceremony on 6th November 2025.

Venue: The De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms, Queen Street, London

Time: The evening begins at 7:00 PM with our reception drinks, followed by a three-course dinner, the official awards presentation, and the afterparty with entertainment.

Dress Code: Black Tie

We look forward to welcoming the sustainable finance community for a night of celebration!

Want to book a table to attend? email jessica.bremner@sustainabletimes.co.uk