Sustainability Executive

• Full-time

Company Description

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description

• Assist in the delivery of sustainability assurance and advisory engagements, supporting timely completion, quality deliverables, and compliance with applicable standards.
• Assist in sustainability reporting and disclosures in accordance with relevant frameworks and standards (e.g., GRI, ISSB/IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards, CDP, and GHG Protocol).
• Conduct research on evolving ESG practices, sustainability standards, and regulatory requirements to support the development of relevant insights and engagement activities
• Support the development of ESG, sustainability, climate change, and GHG-related training materials, including presentation slides, case studies, workshop activities, and supporting notes.
• Assist the Lead Assessor in planning, coordinating, and conducting assurance engagements in compliance with ISAE 3000, ISSA 5000, and other applicable assurance standards.
• Assist with business development activities, including supporting client presentations, proposal preparation, and other related activities.
• Work with internal and external stakeholders and in collaboration with the different organizational entities.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of relevant experience in sustainability reporting, ESG assessment, GHG accounting, internal audit, or related fields. Fresh graduates are also welcome to apply.
• Preferably holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Engineering, or other related disciplines.
• Good understanding of ESG, sustainability, climate change, and GHG accounting, with basic knowledge of relevant frameworks and standards (e.g., GRI, ISSB/IFRS, GHG Protocol, ISO 14064) and willingness to develop technical expertise.
• Proactive, observant and able to identify key details, gaps or follow-up actions during project execution.
• Fast learner with strong research, analytical and writing capabilities, and able to work with minimal guidance.
• Able to support training content development and demonstrate confidence or potential to deliver training, workshops or awareness sessions.
• Attendance in relevant training and/or possession of certifications in IFRS S1 & S2, GHG Protocol, Climate Risk Scenario Analysis, Project Management, or other sustainability-related disciplines is an added advantage.

Additional Information

• Observant and detail-oriented, with ability to notice inconsistencies, missing information and areas requiring clarification.

• Able to work independently with minimal guidance after clear instructions, while escalating issues when necessary.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, with the ability to analyze data, prepare calculations, and develop professional reports and presentations.

• Good command of English, written and verbal.

• Willingness to travel, including during peak periods, as required.

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