Global ESG Strategy Lead – International

Uae Job Alert; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

UAE Job Alert is listing a Senior Manager – International ESG based in Dubai, UAE. The role leads ESG initiatives across global operations and oversees governance, reporting, and compliance.

You will develop strategies, drive KPIs, and collaborate with international leaders to integrate sustainability into business planning across subsidiaries and functions. The position requires strategic leadership, stakeholder engagement, and expertise in global standards, with a focus on transparent

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Business Administration, or related discipline.
• Master’s degree or professional certification in ESG, Sustainability, or Corporate Governance is an advantage.
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in ESG, sustainability, corporate responsibility, or related fields, including international experience.
• Strong knowledge of global ESG reporting frameworks, sustainability standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience developing ESG strategies, governance policies, and sustainability reporting programs.
• Excellent analytical, project management, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement abilities with experience working across multicultural teams.
• Proficiency in ESG reporting platforms, sustainability data management, and analytical tools.
• Fluency in English; additional language skills are considered an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain ESG policies, governance frameworks across international operations.
• Ensure subsidiaries comply with ESG objectives and international standards.
• Drive the execution of the organization’s ESG strategy while promoting continuous improvement across global operations.
• Design and implement measurable ESG KPIs aligned with corporate sustainability goals.
• Oversee the collection, validation, and analysis of ESG performance data from international subsidiaries.
• Ensure timely, accurate ESG reporting to support corporate disclosures and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor ESG performance metrics and identify opportunities to improve sustainability outcomes.
• Collaborate with international business leaders, regional teams, and external stakeholders to promote ESG initiatives.
• Build strong partnerships across departments to integrate ESG into business planning.
• Influence leadership teams to embed sustainability principles into operational and strategic decision-making.
• Develop and deliver ESG awareness and training programs for employees across international locations.
• Promote a culture of sustainability by sharing best practices and encouraging continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

ESG strategy

Stakeholder management

Regulatory compliance

Data reporting

KPI design

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Project management

Multicultural teamwork

ESG reporting platforms

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science

Master’s degree or professional certification in ESG

Job description

UAE Job Alert is listing a Senior Manager – International ESG based in Dubai, UAE. The role leads ESG initiatives across global operations and oversees governance, reporting, and compliance.

You will develop strategies, drive KPIs, and collaborate with international leaders to integrate sustainability into business planning across subsidiaries and functions. The position requires strategic leadership, stakeholder engagement, and expertise in global standards, with a focus on transparent