ESG Junior (m/f) - Climate Change and Sustainability Services (CCaSS)

We are currently seeking a motivated candidate who is able to cooperate and have the right attitude for an excellent career opportunity at Junior level. We can help you realize your potential. Our success is based on your success. Our work environment is designed to help high-performing

people thrive.

Your responsibilities

As an ESG Junior, you’ll be part of a team working on a variety of project advising our clients from the different industries, on their Sustainability transformation: from strategy, through regulatory compliance to operational changes linked to this very important agenda.

• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team across a range of industries, assisting organizations on how they manage and report on socio-economic value creation or sustainability information, including greenhouse gas emissions, responsible supply chains, climate risk, non-financial reporting (GRI, TCFD, SASB, INREV standards)
• Support clients in understanding and application of sustainable finance regulation, executing regulatory compliance check (SFDR, MiFID, IDD, NFRD, CSRD, etc)
• Develop strategy, solutions, methodologies, analytical frameworks and tools to help clients succeed and navigate complex regulatory environments and manage stakeholder expectations
• Identify and communicate trends, developments, and key performance drivers relevant to the client. Demonstrate a deep understanding of client industry and marketplace.
• Support assurance for non-financial information and reports with Sustainability expertise (according to ISAE 3000)
• Actively contribute to sustainable finance projects, like green bond issuance, responsible investment strategies and more
• Manage and provide coaching to EY engagement teams, from planning of engagements through execution. Monitor the engagement teams progress against the plan and alter it when needed.
• Use technology to continually learn, share knowledge with team members, and enhance service delivery. With guidance from leadership, maintain an educational program to continually develop skills.

Skills and attributes for success

• Be a self-starter who takes ownership for tasks and team performance, and proactively seeks out ways to better address our clients’ needs, demonstrate entrepreunership
• Be a team player and leader, able to successfully guide the work of others and be committed to achieving common goals
• Ability to deal with ambiguity
• Ability to take a pragmatic approach to issues that underpin client relationships while demonstrating and living the firms values
• Demonstrate professionalism and poise in working with and presenting to clients or EY executives, and in developing relationships with potential clients
• Demonstrate strong communication, writing skills and an ability to translate recommendations and other ideas effectively and concisely in reports, presentation materials, client proposals and other communication
• Share our passion for helping businesses and other clients become more sustainable

To qualify for the role you must have

• A master’s degree in Business Schools, Sustainable Finance, Law or similar certification
• Knowledge and high interest in sustainability related areas or topics
• A specific degree/certification related to sustainability matters, sustainable finance is considered an advantage
• Ability to analyze complex or unusual issues and deliver insightful and pragmatic solutions
• Fluent English and French is a must, German considered as an advantage
• Knowledge of MS Office package

What we offer

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident team player equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization. If you’re seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you.

The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build.

Apply now.