Director - ESG Sustainability and Climate Strategy

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Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Managed Services

Management Level

Director

Job 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: A career within General Consulting services, will provide you with the opportunity to help clients seize essential advantages by working alongside business leaders to solve their toughest problems and capture their greatest opportunities. We work with some of the world’s largest and most complex companies to understand their unique business issues and opportunities in an ever-changing environment. We help create sustainable change by stimulating innovation, unlocking data possibilities, navigating risk and regulatory complexity, optimizing deals, and aligning costs with business strategy to create a competitive advantage.  

 

Responsibilities:  

In PwC, we have realized that sustainability-led transformation requires multiple competencies to collaborate to drive value for organizations. In our efforts to streamline collaboration, PwC has launched ESG Platform that brings multiple sustainability-led competencies together - from Strategy to Reporting, and from Deals to Governance  

We are exploring to hire Director for ‘Sustainability Strategy & Transformation’ practice, with core specialization in : 

Sound understanding of GHG accounting (scope 1, 2, 3), decarbonization technologies, circular business models, and carbon markets,  

Practical experience in leading and delivering GHG reductions,  

A strong technical background in de-carbonization/ netzero strategy in TMT/ Auto/ Industrials/ Consumer products,  

Experience of leading teams,  

Relationships in sustainability eco-system, and  

Ambition and drive to become a leader in this space 

Mandatory skill sets:  

Net-Zero, ESG, Sustainability reporting, GHG accounting, Consulting background 

Preferred skill sets:  

· 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: 10-15 years 

Education qualification:  

B.tech + MBA  

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

Degrees/Field of Study required: Bachelor of Technology, MBA (Master of Business Administration)Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Net Zero Supply Chain

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

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

Job Posting End Date

Experience Level

Executive Level