ESG / Sustainability Officer

Sun Mobility is seeking an ESG/Sustainability Officer in Bengaluru, India, responsible for implementing and monitoring ESG strategies, managing environmental and social action plans, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The role includes driving ESG governance, managing climate initiatives, supporting diversity programs, and leading ESG reporting and disclosures. The position requires collaboration across departments to track performance indicators and maintain data quality.
Location: Bangalore, India (Corporate Office)


Department: Corporate Strategy / CEO Office/ COO Office


1. Position Purpose The ESG Officer will be responsible for institutionalizing Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) systems across SUN Mobility by driving implementation of the companys ESG strategy, Environmental and Social Action Plan (ESAP), climate and GHG management programs, ESG reporting, policy compliance, and cross-functional ESG performance monitoring.


The role will ensure alignment with applicable Indian regulatory requirements, investor expectations, and global ESG frameworks.


2. Key Responsibilities


A. ESG Strategy Implementation and Governance



Drive execution of the company’s ESG strategy and annual ESG roadmap across business units.
Monitor implementation of ESAP actions and track completion status through dashboards and internal reporting mechanisms
Support the development and functioning of ESG governance structures, including internal ESG committees and working groups.
Conduct annual materiality assessments and align ESG goals with Sun Mobility’s business objectives.
Establish ESG Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) aligned with business strategy and regulatory expectations.

B. Environmental and Climate Management

Lead preparation and maintenance of the corporate GHG inventory (Scopes 1, 2, and relevant Scope 3 categories) in accordance with recognised standards (GHG Protocol).
Coordinate with operations, engineering, procurement, and facilities teams to identify and implement emissions-reduction and energy-efficiency initiatives
Track environmental performance indicators, including energy consumption, waste management, water use, and resource efficiency.
Monitor environmental regulatory requirements and support compliance with applicable Indian environmental laws and regulatory reporting obligations.
Conduct operational compliance related site audits at swapping stations to ensure environmental safety standards.

C. Social and Workforce ESG Programs

Support the implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, including gender diversity improvement programs.
Monitor workforce ESG indicators, including occupational health and safety metrics, training hours, workforce diversity, grievance mechanisms, and employee engagement initiatives.
Coordinate implementation of responsible supply-chain ESG initiatives, including supplier ESG engagement and grievance mechanisms.
Support compliance with applicable labour regulations, workplace safety requirements, and workplace dignity and harassment-prevention frameworks (including POSH Act compliance coordination where relevant).

D. ESG Reporting and Disclosures

Lead preparation of ESG and sustainability disclosures aligned with applicable reporting frameworks such as Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting (BRSR), investor ESG disclosures, and internal sustainability reporting.
Coordinate ESG data collection processes across departments and ensure data quality, documentation, and audit readiness. Manage the data collection platform (e.g., Power BI or specialized ESG software) for quarterly reportin
Support responses to ESG questionnaires from investors, lenders, customers, and ratings agencies
Assist in the preparation of sustainability presentations and ESG performance updates for senior leadership and the Board. Act as the primary point of contact for ESG auditors and investors (e.g., Bosch, SUN Group).

E. ESG Policies, Risk Management, and Compliance

Support periodic review and updating of ESG-related corporate policies and procedures. Update corporate policies to align with ESAP requirements and global standards (IFC, GRI).
Track emerging ESG regulatory developments in India and relevant international markets affecting the company’s operations.
Assist in the identification and monitoring of ESG risks and opportunities and integrate them into enterprise risk management processes.
Support ESG-related internal awareness programs and employee capacity-building initiatives.

3. Qualifications and Experience

Master’s degree / Post-graduate qualification in Sustainability, Environmental Management, Climate Policy, Engineering, Management, or related fields.
3-5 years of relevant professional experience in ESG, sustainability, climate, consulting, manufacturing, mobility, or infrastructure sectors.
Demonstrated experience in ESG reporting, sustainability program implementation, or climate/GHG accounting preferred.
Familiarity wit