ESG & Sustainability Strategy Advisor (Senior Manager)

Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Advisory - Other

Management Level

Senior Manager

Job Description & Summary

PwC Ireland- Bring Your Talent, Grow Your Skills, Unlock Your Potential!

Join us at PwC Ireland, where your expertise in sustainability can drive real change! Be part of a team that’s not just consulting but transforming the future of business through impactful ESG strategies

At PwC Ireland, we are dedicated to driving real change in the world of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategies and are committed to helping our clients succeed while making a positive impact on the environment and society. 

Purpose-led work you’ll be part of

Our team has been leading the way in helping our clients benchmark their ESG footprint, build clear strategies to become more sustainable organisations, understanding their ESG risks and opportunities and preparing them for an ever changing sustainability landscape.

To support our strategic growth, we are hiring experienced individuals with strong backgrounds in decarbonisation, energy transition and ESG strategy, those who are passionate about leveraging their expertise in sustainability to drive real change! In this role, you will not only guide clients towards sustainable practices but also play a crucial part in combating climate change and fostering social responsibility.

Be part of a team that’s not just consulting but transforming the future of business through impactful ESG strategies and shaping a more sustainable future.

As a Senior Manager, your responsibilities will include -

• Developing and Implementing ESG Strategies: Create and operationalise ESG and Net Zero strategies tailored to clients’ needs across different industries, defining KPIs and frameworks for impact measurement.

• Conducting Policy Analysis: Analyse ESG policies and develop actionable roadmaps to enhance clients’ sustainability practices.

• Performing Maturity Assessments: Evaluate clients’ ESG maturity and conduct due diligence on their portfolios and projects.

• Scenario Analysis: Undertake climate risk and opportunity assessments to inform strategic decisions.

• Regulatory Compliance Readiness: Develop strategies to prepare clients for non-financial reporting requirements.

• Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong and trusted relationships, providing tailored ESG solutions which create value and impact.

• People Leadership: Organise and lead both a team and client teams in implementing Net Zero programs to deliver project goals effectively.

• Collaborate Across Teams: Partner with cross-functional PwC teams to integrate ESG principles into broader consulting services.

• Support Business Development: Contribute to expanding and growing our ESG-related services and thought leadership in the domain and promote PwC’s ESG ESG expertise through public engagements and networking.

• Evaluate Market Potential: Assist in evaluating market potential, identifying ESG gaps and developing value propositions.

• Demonstrating Expertise: Demonstrating knowledge of sustainability and ESG reporting including: leading client discussions, initiating conversations with key stakeholders and guiding projects within your expertise.

Experiences and skills: 

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Business, or some related field.  

• Experience: Minimum of 7 years experience in strategy development with at least 3 years focused on sustainable strategy and energy transition.

• Knowledge: In-depth understanding of global ESG trends, frameworks, and regulatory environments.

• High-Level Technical Skills: Evaluate clients’ ESG maturity and conduct due diligence on their portfolios and projects, climate risk and opportunity assessments to inform strategic decisions.

• Project Delivery Experience: Proven track record in delivering sustainability projects across various sectors.

• Skills: Strong analytical, strategic thinking and coaching abilities.

• Communication and Business Development Skills: Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills to engage clients and stakeholders effectively".

• Regulatory Compliance Readiness: Develop strategies to prepare clients for non-financial reporting requirements.

“Ready to make an impact? Apply now and join us in shaping a sustainable future!”

Unlock your potential with PwC Ireland

We believe that challenges are better solved together! We’re inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, you’ll be a part of amazing teams encouraged to collaborate and innovate in a way that creates powerful solutions and makes a positive impact. This purpose-led work, and our continuous development and encouragement, will help unlock your potential and take your career to the next level.

Enjoy PwC’s perks

We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive employee benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about us at Life@PwC. (https://www.pwc.ie/careers-ie/life-at-pwc.html).

Being appreciated for being you

Our most valuable asset is our people and we grow stronger as we learn from one another. We are an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.  We believe this so much that we have signed up for the Business in the Community Elevate Pledge. (https://www.bitc.ie/the-leaders-group-on-sustainability/inclusive-workplace-pledge/)

You can learn more about our culture of belonging and explore our range of inclusive programmes, initiatives, employee resource groups and more at www.pwc.ie.

Avoid the confidence gap; you do not have to match all the listed requirements exactly to apply, we’d love to hear from you!

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please email us for more information

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required:

Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Environmental Social And Governance (ESG), Environmental Sustainable Design, Sustainability

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Carbon Accounting, Carbon Footprint, Carbon Offsets, Carbon Pricing and Trading, Carbon Taxes and Incentives, Climate Change Adaptation Program Design, Climate Change Impacts and Risks, Climate Change Scenarios, Climate Finance, Climate Policy, Climate Reporting, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Creativity, Data Analysis, Data Analytics, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Energy Transition, Energy Transition Financing and Investment {+ 26 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

Yes

Government Clearance Required?

No

Job Posting End Date