Manager - Methodology and learning (sustainability) | Global role – in a virtual working environment

JR United Kingdom; Stoke-on-Trent; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm is seeking a Manager - Methodology and Learning focused on sustainability to integrate these principles into their policies, training, and tools. This role will assist in developing methodologies for assurance engagements, creating resources, and supporting sustainability initiatives within a global context. You'll work with diverse teams in a flexible virtual environment, promoting an inclusive culture and work-life balance.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Inclusive culture

Support for effective remote work

Qualifications

• Professional designation required with assurance experience.
• Experienced manager or newly appointed senior manager.
• Experience in sustainability engagements preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing sustainability methodologies for assurance.
• Create resources like playbooks on sustainability assurance.
• Develop learning resources and practice aids related to sustainability.

Skills

Project Management

Business Writing

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

CPA, CA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent

Job description

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Manager - Methodology and learning (sustainability) | Global role – in a virtual working environment, Stoke-on-Trent

Client:

Grant Thornton International Ltd

Location:

Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

Job Description:

About Grant Thornton

Grant Thornton is one of the world’s leading professional services networks with over 68,000 people from member firms in over 140 markets around the world, generating global revenues of USD7.2 billion annually. Member firms offer audit, tax, and advisory services to privately owned companies, publicly listed companies, public sector, and not-for-profit organizations, both domestically and internationally.

Grant Thornton International Ltd (GTIL) is the umbrella legal entity for the global network of member firms. GTIL sets the strategic direction, connects global communities, and protects the brand and reputation of the network. The organization is committed to improving the sustainability of its operations and making a positive impact aligned with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Our Go Beyond network strategy 2025 aims to make us ‘the most valued network in the profession’.

This role is crucial in enhancing the network’s strategic capabilities and service quality, with a focus on integrating sustainability into policies, training, and tools.

Main Responsibilities

• Assist the methodology and learning team in developing sustainability methodologies for assurance engagements.
• Create resources like playbooks on CSRD, GHG, and ISSB for effective delivery of sustainability assurance.
• Develop learning resources, programs, quick reference guides, and practice aids related to sustainability.

Location

Preferably within the UK, Europe, or the Americas.

Person Specification

• Must hold a professional designation (CPA, CA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent) with direct assurance experience.
• Experienced manager or newly appointed senior manager in assurance.
• Experience supporting sustainability engagements, preferably in a national or global professional services setting.
• Self-motivated with strong project management skills.
• Excellent business writing and communication skills.
• Proactive and adaptable in response to changing needs.
• Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Organized with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Comfortable working virtually across multiple time zones.
• Experience working with international stakeholders and within a global professional services environment.
• Experience in providing services related to sustainability information and developing or delivering learning programs.

Joining Grant Thornton International offers benefits such as working with a diverse, global team in a flexible, virtual environment. We promote an inclusive culture and prioritize work-life balance, supporting flexible working arrangements and providing necessary tools and spaces for effective remote work.