Manager- Climate Change And Sustainability Services- Environmental Social And Governance- Assurance

The opportunity

EY has a well-established Climate Change and Sustainability practice to respond to our clients' growing need of guidance in this area, including strategy, climate risks assessment and management, greenhouse gas emission verification and assurance over sustainability-related data.

Our Climate Change and Sustainability Services (CCaSS) team is growing exponentially, and as a Manager you'll play a key role in that growth. Working directly with our other Canadian Climate Change & Sustainability Services Market leaders, you will take a leading role in developing our CCaSS practice in Canada. We are looking to expand our team of professionals focused on providing high value, independent, trusted advice to our clients as they transition to a more sustainable economy.

Our clients include many of today's leading global companies, innovative growth companies and other Publicly Accountable Enterprises. Working across all industries, you'll develop your career by bringing innovative and insightful perspectives to our clients, while working at the forefront of sustainability's most pressing developments. It's all about listening to and understanding our clients to give them a truly exceptional experience in a field where there really are no off-the-shelf recommendations.

Your key responsibilities
As Climate Change and Sustainability rise on the agendas of governments and organizations around the world, business leaders are increasingly seeking external advice on how to address these key issues. As one of our Climate Change and Sustainability Services professionals, you'll work as part of a multidisciplinary, global team that provides recommendations on how our clients can manage these areas effectively and responsibly. This will include helping clients understand business or regulatory threats and opportunities, supporting the integration of environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) factors into their business models, supporting clients in transformation journeys by developing operating models and ESG technology, monitoring performance and assuring public disclosures on progress. Through these services, you'll help clients balance risks, take advantage of opportunities and achieve their potential in a transformed world. You will receive the support and opportunities you need to succeed professionally and personally.

Skills and attributes for success

ESG Technical Requirements

• Lead the delivery of our services as we assist clients in their efforts to identify, measure, and appropriately manage their business as they transition their organizations to respond to changing government regulations, reporting risks and new trends in sustainability management and reporting.
• You will be expected to keep abreast of leading technical / sector advancements, through continuous learning in your field and then train your teams in these developments
• Lead a team of sustainability professionals to further develop our portfolio of CCaSS services with an emphasis on strategy advisory services.
• Support client relationships, business development, and account management leadership through the development of thought leadership, client and internal collateral, and training.
• Achieve growth by understanding EY and its service lines and actively assessing/presenting ways to apply knowledge and services.

Project Management

• You will be expected to manage the delivery of client engagements and be responsible for effective delivery to scope, schedule and cost. Use your project management skills to deliver solutions and mitigate risk or quality issues
• You will be running several projects concurrently, to a high standard of quality to meet CCaSS and client expectations.
• Take operational responsibility / accountability for engagement team support and delivery, by monitoring the overall performance metrics for the engagements.
• Business Development
• You will be contributing to the development of engagement plans and proposals for client needs.

Client Engagement

• You will work with the Senior Manager and Partners and help to deliver to client expectations and requirements.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with key business decision makers externally and communicate trends, developments, and key performance drivers relevant to our clients and our related services offerings.

Team Management

• You will be expected to use management skills for performance and career development for your teams.
• Develop people by encouraging individuals to take responsibility for their contributions to the team.
• You will delegate and monitor tasks, encourage personal growth, provide impactful feedback and act as a positive role model / mentor for you teams.
• Conduct performance review and contribute to performance feedback/training.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Experience with ESG strategy definition and implementation, large-scale stakeholder consultations and definition and development of ESG reporting; ideally in a client-facing capacity.
• At least 5 years of team leadership experience related to the Climate Change or Sustainability services for a public accounting firm or a consulting practice; consideration will also be given to candidates who have equivalent business/industry experience in a leadership capacity
• A bachelor's degree and at least 8 years of related work experience; or a master's degree and at least 7 years of related work experience
• A degree / Masters in sustainability, environmental science, engineering, accounting, IT and/or related academic major.
• Exemplary written and verbal communication skills, in both English and French
• Knowledge of ESG operating models and technology is a plus
• Accreditation and/or training in the following areas: SASB FSA accreditation, Global Reporting Initiatives (GRI), AA1000, ISO 14064, or other relevant applications would be an asset
• A professional presence with the ability to quickly establish personal credibility and demonstrate expertise with the C-Suite and Sustainability officers at client organisations as well as with EY leadership

Additionally you will have

• Strong project management and personnel management skills
• Ability to analyze complex or unusual issues in the context of client engagements and efficiently deliver insightful and pragmatic solutions
• Extensive experience working and leading in a team-based environment
• Ability to take a pragmatic approach to issues that underpin client relationships, while demonstrating and living EY's values
• This role involves interaction with internal and external clients and professionals nationally and globally. Professional competency in the English language is therefore a requirement of this role. Bilingualism in both French and English is considered an asset

What we look for
We're interested in strong team players who support their colleagues and EY in reaching their goals while successfully managing workload and professional development.

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a discretionary bonus program, a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that's right for you
  

The salary range for this job in British Columbia is $70,000 to $125,000. Individual salaries within this range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and work location city.

Diversity and Inclusion at EY

Diversity and inclusiveness are at the heart of who we are and how we work. We're committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. We embrace diversity and are committed to combating systemic racism, advocating for the 2SLGBT+ community, promoting our Neurodiversity Centre of Excellence and Accessibility initiatives, and are dedicated to amplifying the voices of Indigenous people (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) nationally as we strive towards reconciliation. Our diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives make our people unique and help guide us. Because when people feel free to be their authentic selves at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world.