Director - ESG Sustainability and Climate Strategy
PriceWaterhouseCoopers Pvt Ltd ( PWC )
Work from Office
Full Time
Min. 12 yearsJob Description
IN_Director _ ESG Sustainability _climate & sustainability strategy _Advisory _ MUMBAI
Line of Service
AdvisoryIndustry/Sector
Not ApplicableSpecialism
Managed ServicesManagement Level
DirectorJob Description & Summary
At PwC, our people in sustainability focus on integrating environmental, social, economic, and governance considerations into business strategies and operations. They provide guidance and support to organisations by managing sustainability risks, identifying opportunities, and driving positive social and environmental impact.In climate and energy at PwC, you will focus on providing consulting services related to climate change mitigation and adaptation, as well as energy efficiency and renewable energy solutions. You will analyse client needs, develop strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and offer guidance and support to help clients transition to a low-carbon economy.
Why PWC
At PwC, you will be part of a vibrant community of solvers that leads with trust and creates distinctive outcomes for our clients and communities. This purpose-led and values-driven work, powered by technology in an environment that drives innovation, will enable you to make a tangible impact in the real world. We reward your contributions, support your wellbeing, and offer inclusive benefits, flexibility programmes and mentorship that will help you thrive in work and life. Together, we grow, learn, care, collaborate, and create a future of infinite experiences for each other. Learn more about us.
At PwC, we believe in providing equal employment opportunities, without any discrimination on the grounds of gender, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, religion or other beliefs, perceived differences and status protected by law. We strive to create an environment where each one of our people can bring their true selves and contribute to their personal growth and the firm’s growth. To enable this, we have zero tolerance for any discrimination and harassment based on the above considerations.
Job Description & Summary:
We are building a market-leading Sustainability Transformation practice focused on delivering measurable EBITDA improvement through sustainability-led interventions.
Unlike traditional ESG consulting, our focus is on unlocking value through:
Energy transition and decarbonization
Resource efficiency and circularity
Waste-to-value transformation
Digital operations transformation
AI-enabled industrial optimization
Sustainable supply chain transformation
The Director will lead large transformation programs across sectors including chemicals, cement, metals & mining, industrial manufacturing, consumer products and industrial manufacturing. This is a client-facing leadership role responsible for originating, selling and delivering large transformation engagements.
Responsibilities:
We are building a market-leading Sustainability Transformation practice focused on delivering measurable EBITDA improvement through sustainability-led interventions.
Unlike traditional ESG consulting, our focus is on unlocking value through:
Energy transition and decarbonization
Resource efficiency and circularity
Waste-to-value transformation
Digital operations transformation
AI-enabled industrial optimization
Sustainable supply chain transformation
The Director will lead large transformation programs across sectors including chemicals, cement, metals & mining, industrial manufacturing, consumer products and industrial manufacturing. This is a client-facing leadership role responsible for originating, selling and delivering large transformation engagements.
In PwC, we have realized that sustainability-led transformation requires multiple competencies to collaborate to drive value for organizations.
Lead Sustainability-Led Cost Reduction Programs: Drive enterprise-wide cost transformation programs focusing on:
a) Energy (Energy efficiency, Utility optimization, renewable and fuel switch, heat recovery, process electrification and decarbonization)
b) Materials (Industrial symbiosis, by-product monetization, waste valorization, circular business model and alternative packaging)
c) Logistics (network optimization, fleet decarbonization and supply chain efficiency)
Lead Engineering & Digital Enabled Transformation
a) Experience in delivering Digital manufacturing diagnostics, Process digital twins, Operational command centers, Industrial IoT applications, Advanced analytics platforms, Predictive maintenance, AI-enabled process optimization, Computer vision applications, Energy management systems.
b) Hands-on experience to use machine learning/ GenAI/ optimization algorithms/ Digital twins/ Reinforced learning/ Advanced PLCs to deliver improvements
Client Leadership
Should have an executive presence and interact seamlessly with CXOs/ Boards/ Manufacturing Heads/ Plant Heads
Business Development
Own revenue growth across priority sectors that will include Opportunity identification, Proposal development, Commercial negotiations, Executive relationship management, and Account growth.
Mandatory skill sets:
Net-Zero Studio/ Decarbonization, Sustainability-Led Value Creation (resource productivity, circularity, energy optimization), AI/ Digital Sustainability (Industrial Engineering + AI, Digital Twins)
Preferred skill sets:
Domain experience is critical. Experience in one of the following industries: Chemicals, Cement, Metals & Mining, Consumer Products, Industrial Products and Pharma.
Strong understanding of digital (IT/ OT) ecosystem.
Good communication skills & executive presence
Good analytical and problem-solving skills
Team building & people skills
Business Development
Sales
Client Management
Years of experience required:
Experience: 12 years+
Education qualification:
B.tech/ B.E. from Tier 1 colleagues is must. MBA is an added advantage.
Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)
Degrees/Field of Study required: MBA (Master of Business Administration), Bachelor of TechnologyDegrees/Field of Study preferred:Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)
Required Skills
Environmental Social And Governance (ESG)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, Embracing Change, Emission Trading, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Energy Efficiency, Energy Policy and Regulation, Energy Transition {+ 22 more}Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)
Travel Requirements
Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
Government Clearance Required?
Job Posting End Date
July 6, 2026Experience Level
Executive LevelJob role
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