Manager - Sustainability & ESG Consultant | Gurgaon

Job Title

Manager - Sustainability & ESG Consultant | Gurgaon

Job Description Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and analytical Sustainability & ESG Consultant to drive sustainability strategy and ESG practice for clients. The ideal candidate will have expertise in materiality assessment, carbon footprint assessment, net zero strategy, BRSR reporting, ESG ratings, and sustainable supply chain management. The role will involve collaborating with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders to implement effective sustainability solutions and business development activities.

Job Description

About the Role:

• Develop and implement comprehensive sustainability strategies aligned with global ESG standards and frameworks.
• Conduct materiality assessments to identify key ESG priorities for the organization and clients.
• Lead the development and execution of net zero strategies, including carbon reduction initiatives and offset mechanisms.
• Should have a knowledge of carbon footprint assessments, including scope 1,2 and 3 emissions analysis.
• Have a working knowledge of power, energy and carbon markets.
• Oversee and create ESG ratings and ranking reports for clients.
• Should have a working knowledge of sustainable supply chains.
• Business development and client relationship management.

About You:

• Bachelors or Master s degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of work experience.
• Strong knowledge of ESG frameworks, carbon accounting methodologies, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience in BRSR reporting, ESG rating assessments, and materiality analysis.
• Familiarity with sustainable supply chain management, circular economy, and net zero roadmaps.
• Analytical and data-driven mindset with proficiency in ESG data tools and platforms.
• Business development skills, including client engagement and proposal development.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams and fast-paced environments.
• Passionate about sustainability, climate action, and responsible business practices

Why join Cushman & Wakefield

As one of the leading global real estate services firms transforming the way people work, shop and live working at Cushman & Wakefield means you will benefit from;

Being part of a growing global company;

Career development and a promote from within culture;

An organisation committed to Diversity and Inclusion

Were committed to providing work-life balance for our people in an inclusive, rewarding environment. We achieve this by providing a flexible and agile work environment by focusing on technology and autonomy to help our people achieve their career ambitions. We focus on career progression and foster a promotion from within culture, leveraging global opportunities to ensure we retain our top talent. We encourage continuous learning and development opportunities to develop personal, professional and technical capabilities, and we reward with a comprehensive employee benefits program.

We have a vision of the future, where people simply belong.

Thats why we support and celebrate inclusive causes, not just on days of recognition throughout the year, but every day. We embrace diversity across race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or persons with disabilities or protected veteran status. We ensure DEI is part of our DNA as a global community - it means we go way beyond than just talking about it - we live it. If you want to live it too, join us.

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