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

JR United Kingdom; Slough; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services network is seeking a Manager for Methodology and Learning with a focus on sustainability. The role involves creating methodologies and resources for sustainability assurance while providing support to various assurance engagements. Candidates should have relevant professional qualifications and management experience, particularly in sustainability-related projects.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

No cap on leave days

Supportive well-being initiatives

Qualifications

• Hold a professional designation with assurance experience.
• Experienced manager or newly appointed senior manager in assurance.
• Self-starter with project management capability.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing sustainability methodologies for assurance engagements.
• Create resources for sustainability assurance delivery.
• Develop sustainability learning resources and programs.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Professional designation (CPA, CA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent)

Job description

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

Client: Grant Thornton International Ltd

Location: Slough, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 5

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 USD 7.2 billion a year. 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, convenes member firms, connects global communities, and protects the brand and reputation of the network. GTIL and its member firms aim to continually improve their sustainability efforts and make a positive impact in line with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Our Go Beyond network strategy 2025 envisions becoming ‘the most valued network in the profession’.

This role is crucial in enhancing the network’s strategic capabilities and quality of service delivery, 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 to support the delivery of sustainability assurance, such as playbooks on CSRD, GHG, and ISSB.
• Develop sustainability learning resources, including programs, quick reference guides, and practice aids.

Location

Preferably within the UK/Europe or the Americas region.

Person Specification

• Hold a professional designation (CPA, CA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent) with direct assurance experience.
• Experienced manager or newly appointed senior manager in assurance.
• Experience in sustainability engagements or supporting such engagements at a national level.
• Self-starter with the ability to manage own projects and workload.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive and adaptable in responding to challenges.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a team-oriented mindset.
• Good organizational and time management skills, capable of managing multiple projects.
• Ability to work effectively in a virtual environment across multiple time zones.
• Experience working within a global professional services firm and with international stakeholders.
• Experience providing services related to sustainability information.
• Experience in developing or delivering learning programs.

Joining Grant Thornton International offers many benefits, including working with a diverse, global team in a virtual setting. We value an inclusive culture and believe in supporting our people's wellbeing and work-life balance. We do not cap leave days, encouraging time off to enhance productivity and wellbeing. We support flexible working arrangements and provide the necessary tools and collaborative spaces to work effectively from home or outside of it.