Sustainability Advisor - German speaking

ISS | Institutional Shareholder Services; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading advisory firm in sustainability is seeking a professional to enhance corporate sustainability disclosures and educate clients on evolving practices. This role requires 1–3 years of experience in sustainability strategy and reporting, along with proficiency in German. You will manage client relationships, track sustainability standards, and produce insightful reports. The company advocates a culture of diversity and innovation, offering opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of successful experience in sustainability reporting, strategy, or advisory roles.
• Proficient in understanding sustainability reporting frameworks and standards.
• Fluent in German at C1 level.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse client portfolio and respond to client queries.
• Cultivate relationships with senior client executives.
• Track the evolving sustainability landscape for client focus.

Skills

Sustainability reporting

Client management

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Relevant degree (Business, Finance, Corporate Sustainability)

Tools

Excel

Job description

Let’s be #BrilliantTogether

ISS‑Corporate is hiring! In this role, you will harness your specialized knowledge and adept communication prowess to collaborate with our cutting‑edge proprietary data and tools. Together, we will guide forward‑thinking enterprises in navigating the intricacies of sustainability risk assessment and response. Moreover, you’ll play a pivotal role in educating executive and board members about the evolving sustainability landscape.

Our core mission centers around refining corporate sustainability. You’ll primarily focus on enhancing public environmental and social disclosures to bolster transparency, meticulously aligning with established standards, frameworks, and the expectations of stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Active participation as an integral member of a team of advisors, specializing in the salient issues pertinent to the companies and industries under our purview.
• Skillful management of a diverse client portfolio, marked by proactive engagement and swift responsiveness to client queries.
• Cultivation of enduring relationships with esteemed senior client executives and management teams, facilitating the tailored provision of contextual advice in tune with their unique challenges and aspirations.
• Diligent tracking of the ever‑evolving sustainability landscape, encompassing reporting standards, rating systems, and shareholder anticipations, to identify pivotal disclosures warranting client focus.
• Creation and presentation of polished client deliverables, engaging in in‑depth discussions with sustainability and legal executives to ensure comprehensive understanding.
• Synthesis of insights gleaned from our sustainability databases and platform, unraveling actionable intelligence related to sustainability disclosures and practices.
• Cultivation of pioneering intellectual capital and thought leadership within the sustainability domain, including curating whitepapers, toolkits, webinars, and bespoke presentations for clients and industry gatherings.
• This role will encompass minimal travel, typically amounting to 10% or less, primarily allocated to conference participation and occasional client interactions.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree (Business, Finance, Corporate Sustainability, or related field) with an exceptional performance record.
• 1–3 years of successful experience in sustainability reporting, strategy, research, advisory/consulting, or client‑facing roles.
• Familiarity with Corporate Sustainability Reporting, Sustainable Finance and Responsible Investing.
• Technical adaptability, including quick proficiency with custom applications.
• Understanding of sustainability reporting frameworks and standards such as ISSB (including SASB), ESRS, TCFD, TNFD, GRI, and others.
• German language – C1 or native level.
• Effective time management, organization, and multitasking.
• Proficient analytical skills with a focus on problem‑solving.
• Intellectual curiosity for mastering complex concepts.
• Ability to diagnose client needs and identify resources.
• Proficiency in distilling data using tools such as Excel.
• Extreme attention to detail and proactive in seeking assistance.
• Collaborative team player, working effectively with peers and managers.
• Excellent written and oral communication abilities.
• Capacity to foster relationships in a cross‑functional environment.
• Quick rapport‑building with executives, positioning as a valuable resource.
• Demonstrated poise under pressure.
• Solutions‑focused mindset contributing to team improvement.

What You Can Expect from Us

At ISS STOXX, our people are our driving force. We are committed to building a culture that values diverse skills, perspectives, and experiences. We hire the best talent in our industry and empower them with the resources, support, and opportunities to grow—professionally and personally.

Together, we foster an environment that fuels creativity, drives innovation, and shapes our future success.

Let’s empower, collaborate, and inspire.

Let’s be #BrilliantTogether.

About ISS STOXX

ISS STOXX GmbH is a leading provider of research and technology solutions for the financial market. Established in 1985, we offer top‑notch benchmark and custom indices globally, helping clients identify investment opportunities and manage portfolio risks. Our services cover corporate governance, sustainability, cyber risk, and fund intelligence. Majority‑owned by Deutsche Börse Group, ISS STOXX has over 3,400 professionals in 33 locations worldwide, serving around 6,400 clients, including institutional investors and companies focused on ESG, cyber, and governance risk. Clients trust our expertise to make informed decisions for their stakeholders’ benefit.

ISS Corporate Solutions, Inc. (“ISS‑Corporate”) is a leading provider of cutting‑edge SaaS and high‑touch advisory services to companies, globally. Companies turn to ISS‑Corporate for expertise in designing and managing governance, compensation, sustainability, and cyber risk programs that align with company goals, reduce risk, and manage the needs of a diverse shareholder base by delivering data, tools, and advisory services. ISS‑Corporate’s global client base extends across North America, Europe, and Asia, as well as other established and emerging markets worldwide.

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