ESG Reporting Manager at KPMG

Key roles and responsibilities
Manage Engagements.

• Plan and support execution of work across a range of ESG advisory services, from transformation to reporting.
• Lead and/or facilitate workshops and trainings.
• Report writing and review of reports.
• Project Management to ensure seamless communication between all stakeholders and effective financial administration on engagements.

Business Development

• Develop and support in business development initiatives.
• Lead in business development through writing proposals and client presentations.
• Collaborate with other Business Units to identify cross functional business opportunities.
• Keep up to date on industry trends, reporting frameworks and regulations and standards such as TCFD, ISSB, GRI among others.

Team Development

• Provide technical knowledge, direction and training to the engagement team for the delivery of quality deliverables.
• As a performance manager you will manage, develop, motivate and coach teams to achieve their potential.

Risk Management

• Ensure 100% compliance to Quality and Risk Management Policies, Standards and Procedures

Other business support tasks as assigned.

Qualifications and experience 

• A Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Social Sciences or a Business-related course from a reputable university. A Masters in the relevant field is an added advantage. 
• Professional certification in Sustainability reporting such as GRI Certification is desirable.
• At least 8 years’ experience of managing the process of and delivering on sustainability reporting within or for a organisation.
• Working knowledge of ESG reporting frameworks such as the GRI standards, Integrated Reporting (IR) Framework, Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Protocol and (Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
• Environment, Social and Governance Audit experience will be an added advantage. 
• Experience in Financial Services, Public Sector and Not for Profit Organisations

Skills and attributes 

• Socially confident and able to create a strong presence with clients and the KPMG team.
• A strong sense of responsibility and ownership, with the ability to work independently and to pursue tasks through to completion with energy, initiative and enthusiasm.
• Sharp, proactive, pragmatic and resilient. Demonstrate flexibility and ability to multitask while working in a dynamic and varied environment to ensure effective delivery of competing priorities to meet targets and objectives.
• Strong analytical skills and a proactive approach to problem solving. Able to undertake and analyse complex issues and challenges, evaluate options and make recommendations with clear supporting rationale.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, able to engage, build networks and relationships across key stakeholders and internal clients.
• A strong team player who is able to work collaboratively to deliver projects and tasks effectively.
• Strong written and verbal business communication skills with the ability to present information in a clear and effective manner.
• Excellent report-writing, presentation, and project management skills.
• Can-do attitude, ability to work without supervision focusing on implementation and driving change effectively.
• Willingness to travel as required by client commitments and the firm.