Sustainability and ESG Advisory Specialist

IN_Associate_ Sustainability_ ESG_Advisory_ Pune

Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Deals

Management Level

Associate

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.

Working on sustainability in deals at PwC, you will focus on providing consulting services related to integrating sustainability principles into mergers and acquisitions and private equity transactions (debt and equity) and corporate strategies. You will analyse environmental and social risk, assess client needs based on global frameworks, conduct impact assessments and develop comprehensive sustainability strategies for value creation, and offer guidance and support to help clients transition to sustainable and purpose-led business models. You will leverage leverage experience in impact strategy and analysis, pre and post deal sustainability assessment, value creation through sustainable finance, and responsible investment strategies.

*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 in Environmental, Social and Governance will provide you with the opportunity to generate distinctive advantage for our clients by addressing their non-financial performance, ensuring it is a source of viable, societally beneficial outcomes of benefit to all. Our team provides support across our clients' Environmental, Social and Governance journeys by identifying specific areas of potential strategic advantage, how to achieve change compatible with evolving Environmental, Social and Governance targets and what transparency is required to earn stakeholder trust.

Responsibilities:

Experience on sustainability frameworks like the GRI, SASB, etc. Practical knowledge/ background on ESG ratings methodology and requirements for DJSI, S&P, MSCI, etc. Has working experience in setting up ESG policies/ setting targets/ implementation of projects for the clients. Undertaken ESG due diligences for targets based on frameworks like the IFC, ADB, etc. Aware of processes required for becoming a signatory to the PRI. Desired Skills: 1) Proactive and robust thought process 2) Meticulous and committed attitude with an eye for detail 3) Good interpersonal and communication skills 4) Work to create an impact 5) Good digital awareness 6) Enthusiasm and commitment towards work

Mandatory skill sets:

Climate Change

Preferred skill sets:

Sustainability

Years of experience required:

1-3 years

Education qualification:

Post Graduation

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

Degrees/Field of Study required: Bachelor Degree, Master of Business AdministrationDegrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Climate Change

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Business Value Creation, Climate Change Impacts and Risks, Climate Finance, Communication, Data Analysis and Interpretation, Deal Strategy, Due Diligence Research, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Energy Transition Financing and Investment, Environmental Health And Safety, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity, Investor Communications, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Materiality Analysis, Nature Finance, Nature Strategy and Targets, Optimism, Regulatory Guidelines, Report Writing, Social Impact Assessments {+ 8 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

February 23, 2026

Experience Level

Entry Level