Manager/Associate Director - ESG & Sustainability

Payal is seeking a Manager/Associate Director for ESG & Sustainability in Mumbai/Gurgaon with 6-12 years of experience in sustainability consulting and climate risk advisory. The role involves advising corporates on ESG strategies, conducting research, and developing sustainability reports compliant with global standards. Candidates should have expertise in ESG frameworks and reporting standards. This position requires strong communication skills and may involve travel to client sites.
Manager/Associate Director - ESG & Sustainability- Mumbai/Gurgaon -6-12 Years

We are looking for a seasoned professional with 6-12 years of experience in ESG, sustainability consulting, and climate risk advisory. The ideal candidate should have expertise in sustainability reporting, climate risk strategy, and ESG governance frameworks. Experience working with corporates, consulting firms, or multilaterals like the World Bank, IFC, or GIZ will be an added advantage. A strong understanding of global reporting standards such as GRI, TCFD, SASB, and IFRS

Location: Mumbai/Gurugramis required.

Your Future Employer: A leading consulting firm committed to driving sustainability and ESG transformation for global businesses.

Responsibilities:

1. Advising corporates on sustainability, climate risk, and ESG strategies to facilitate informed business decisions.

2. Conducting in-depth research and analysis on ESG indicators across multiple industries, including power, manufacturing, oil & gas, auto, metals & mining, cement, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals.

3. Developing sustainability reports in compliance with global standards such as GRI, TCFD, SASB, BRSR, IFRS, and SBTi.

4. Engaging with regulators, policymakers, and industry partners to align ESG initiatives with strategic business goals.

5. Leading business development initiatives, including proposal development and stakeholder engagement.

6. Creating thought leadership through research papers, industry conferences, and expert articles.

7. Traveling to client sites as per project requirements.

Requirements:

1. 6-12 years of experience in sustainability consulting, ESG research, or climate risk advisory.

2. Deep understanding of ESG principles, sustainability frameworks, and climate risk strategies.

3. Experience working with global sustainability reporting standards and ESG governance frameworks.

4. Strong ability to create detailed reports linking ESG indicators with operating and financial metrics.

5. Expertise in ESG integration within supply chains, including the assessment of Tier 1, 2, and 3 suppliers.

6. Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and presentation skills.

7. Postgraduate degree in sustainability or a related field.

What's in it for you?

Opportunity to work with global clients on impactful ESG projects.

A leadership role in a growing sustainability practice.

Exposure to high-profile industry events and thought leadership initiatives.

Note: We receive a high volume of applications daily. If you do not hear from us within a week, please assume your profile has not been shortlisted. We appreciate your patience.

Profile Keywords: ESG, Sustainability, Climate Risk, Sustainability Consulting, Decarbonization, ESG Reporting, GRI, TCFD, SASB, BRSR, IFRS, SBTi, Corporate Sustainability, Multilateral Engagement, Climate Change Mitigation.