Director, Sustainability Standards

CPA Canada (Comptables professionnels agréés du Canada); Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 170,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent organization in sustainability standards is seeking a Director, Sustainability Standards. This leadership role requires extensive experience in sustainability disclosure frameworks and project management. The successful candidate will advance important sustainability standards while leading a high-performing team. Remote work options are available across Canada, with minimal travel requirements. Competitive salary range of $170,000 to $190,000 plus benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 10–12+ years of progressive experience in leadership roles.
• Demonstrated success leading teams and developing talent.
• Deep familiarity with sustainability disclosure frameworks/standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of strategic projects advancing the Board's priorities.
• Oversee development of high-quality standards and documents.
• Cultivate relationships with international and national standard setters.

Skills

Leadership

Sustainability standards knowledge

Project management

Communication skills

Client service mindset

Facilitation and influence

Bilingualism (English/French)

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

About the Opportunity

Be at the forefront of sustainability disclosure in Canada and globally. The Canadian Sustainability Standards Board (CSSB) serves the public interest by setting and maintaining high-quality sustainability disclosure standards for Canadian entities and by contributing to the development of high-quality, internationally recognized sustainability disclosure standards. As Director, Sustainability Standards, you will lead the team supporting the CSSB and play a pivotal role in advancing high‑quality sustainability disclosure standards. Reporting to the Vice President, Standards, and working closely with the CSSB Chair, you will help drive the Board’s strategic priorities through technical excellence, inclusive engagement, and effective communication. This is a leadership role with national and international impact. The targeted annual salary range for this position is $170,000 to $190,000 and is commensurate with experience, plus additional benefits that add to the total compensation for this role.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the delivery of strategic projects and high-quality materials that advance the Board’s priorities.
• Oversee the development of standards and supporting documents that are technically sound, clear and developed in accordance with due process. Take ownership of key technical projects and strategic Board initiatives.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team—setting goals, coaching talent, managing performance, and recruiting to sustain long-term capability.
• Anticipate emerging issues, frame options, and recommend pragmatic, balanced solutions.
• Advise and support the Chair on strategic and technical matters, including due process compliance, Oversight Council reporting, and Board and Committee recruitment.
• Design and implement engagement strategies to gather meaningful input from interested and affected parties.
• Cultivate relationships with international and national standard setters; represent Canadian perspectives in global forums.
• Contribute to the leadership of the Standards group.

What You Bring

• 10–12+ years of progressive experience in leadership roles
• Demonstrated success leading teams and developing talent; thrives in a collaborative, cross‑functional environment.
• Deep familiarity with sustainability disclosure frameworks/standards (e.g., CSDS 1 & 2, IFRS Sustainability, SASB, GRI).
• Experienced in managing multiple complex initiatives using structured project management methodologies.
• Strong grasp of due process, public interest principles, and regulatory and assurance interfaces.
• Exceptional communication skills - able to distil complex issues for senior and non‑technical audiences, and navigate politically sensitive environments with diplomacy and strategic acumen.
• Strategic thinker with a detail‑oriented approach to technical analysis.
• Strong client service mindset with the ability to analyse and resolve complex issues creatively, coupled with advanced skills in facilitation, influence, and consensus-building.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset; experience in standard setting is valued.

Where you’ll work

Remote anywhere in Canada or hybrid from CPA Canada offices in Montréal, Toronto, or Burnaby. Travel to Toronto and select Canadian/international locations may be required ~10–15%.

Culture & Ways of Working

Join a mission‑driven, collaborative team focused on transparency, consultation and accountability in the public interest. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive, accessible environment where each employee feels respected, valued and supported. All qualified individuals may apply online. If you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in our recruitment process kindly contact [e-mail] and we\'ll be happy to work with you to meet your needs.