Assistant Manager – ESG

Role Overview:
You will work closely with the ESG/EHS team in India & South Africa, to support initiatives that align with the company’s sustainability goals, social impact commitments, and governance standards. This role provides hands-on experience in analyzing, reporting, and implementing ESG strategies, contributing to the organization’s mission to operate responsibly and sustainably.

The person will work with the Head of ESG-Global to manage and support stakeholder expectations/ investors requirements for operating a responsible and sustainable business. The role sits within the global ESG function and the successful candidate will work across the entire company to drive the Sustainability & ESG agenda.

Key Responsibilities:

• Data Collection and Analysis: Gather and analyze data related to environmental impact (e.g., water consumption, waste generation, etc.), social initiatives (e.g., community engagement, diversity programs), governance practices (e.g., compliance, ethical policies) as well as health & safety related indicators (training hours, injury rates, audit closures).
• Research and Benchmarking: Conduct research on ESG trends, regulations, and industry best practices. Compare and benchmark the company’s ESG performance against peers or industry standards.
• Support ESG Strategy Development: Assist in refining ESG strategies, ensuring alignment with internal goals and external regulations.
• Reporting and Communication: Help prepare ESG reports for various investors, presentations, or materials for internal and external stakeholders, including sustainability reports or investor communications. This may include translating materials for specific audiences or creating go-to-market content.
• Project Support: Contribute/Lead specific projects or ESG/EHS events
• Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams (e.g., finance, People &Culture, marketing, Projects & Asset management) to integrate ESG principles into business practices and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Administrative Tasks: Support ad-hoc tasks, such as maintaining ESG KPI, creating PowerPoint presentations for training or topic specific for investors.

Qualifications and Skills:

Experience:

1. 3-6 years of experience in relevant EHS & ESG work in a corporate environment, consulting or corporate communications
2. Demonstrated practical sustainability initiative experience.
3. Experience with data management or analytics tools is advantageous.

Education:

1. Master’s Degree in a relevant field (EHS, Environment, Sustainability, Bio Sciences)
2. Skill enhancing certifications in ESG-sustainability shall be preferred/considered.

Knowledge and Interest:

1. Demonstrable experience in best practice reporting in ESG & related metrics.
2. Intermediate Knowledge of UNSDG, UNPRI, IFC PS, Global Carbon Markets, sustainability disclosures, Basics of EHS, EU regulation on ESG, TCFD, BRSR, SEBI’s Directive on ESG.
3. Knowledge of ESG ratings and KPI-indices. Good at market research & knowledge of latest regulatory & legislative updates related to ESG.
4. High proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Slack, Asana, Google Suite.

Technical Skills: Proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Slack, Asana, Google Suite for data analysis, reporting, task management and presentations. Must be proficient in digital management of documentation & departmental admin tasks.

Analytical and Research Skills: Ability to collect, interpret, and present complex data clearly. Strong attention to detail and critical thinking.

Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills to convey findings to diverse stakeholders.

Teamwork and Initiative: Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while also taking initiative to work independently. Proactive and detail-oriented approach.