Officer, Sustainability

Kerry Properties Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Kerry Properties Limited is seeking a dedicated ESG & Sustainability professional to drive decarbonisation initiatives, manage carbon data (Scope 1-3), and support regulatory disclosures.

You will coordinate data collection, assist in Sustainability Reports, and engage with suppliers, tenants, and internal teams to implement ESG programs across Hong Kong and Mainland China.

Qualifications

• Degree holder in Sustainability Management, Environmental Science, Building Engineering, Energy Management, or related disciplines.
• 3–5 years' relevant experience in sustainability, green building, carbon auditing, or ESG reporting, preferably in sizeable property development, asset management, or real estate companies.
• Experience in carbon data management, Scope 3 accounting, and familiarity with ESG reporting frameworks (GRI, SASB, IFRS S2, HKEX ESG Code).

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, implementing, and monitoring sustainability and decarbonisation strategies.
• Coordinate collection, validation, and analysis of environmental data (Scope 1-3 emissions).
• Support preparation of annual Sustainability Report, ESG ratings submissions, and regulatory disclosures.
• Drive stakeholder engagement, including supplier and tenant programs.
• Support climate resilience and capacity building initiatives, including training sessions and campaigns.
• Collaborate with Property Management, Engineering, and Development teams across HK and Mainland China.
• Stay abreast of ESG trends and regulatory changes.
• Assist in preparation of board papers, management presentations, and internal updates on ESG performance.

Skills

Sustainability data analysis

Excel

Power BI

Stakeholder communication

Multilingual (English/Cantonese/Mand/)

Education

Degree in Sustainability Management / Environmental Science / Building Engineering / Energy Management

Tools

GRI reporting

IFRS S2

HKEX ESG Code

Job description

• Assist in developing, implementing, and monitoring the Group's sustainability and decarbonisation strategies, including progress tracking against SBTi-validated targets and the carbon neutrality roadmap
• Coordinate the collection, validation, and analysis of environmental data (Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions) across the Group's portfolio
• Support the preparation of the annual Sustainability Report, ESG ratings submissions (GRESB, MSCI, CDP, S&P CSA, Sustainalytics), and regulatory disclosures (HKEX ESG Code, IFRS S2)
• Drive internal and external stakeholder engagement, including supplier and tenant programmes (e.g., Supplier Low Carbon Stewardship Scheme, Dark Green Leasing Programme)
• Support climate resilience and carbon capacity building initiatives, including training sessions, workshops, and awareness campaigns
• Collaborate closely with Property Management, Engineering, and Development teams across Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland to drive on-the-ground implementation of ESG initiatives
• Stay abreast of emerging ESG trends, regulatory changes, and industry best practices (e.g., green electricity, carbon credits, nature-based solutions)
• Assist in the preparation of board papers, management presentations, and internal updates on ESG performance and strategic priorities

Requirements:

• Degree holder in Sustainability Management, Environmental Science, Building Engineering, Energy Management, or related disciplines
• At least 3–5 years' relevant experience in sustainability, green building, carbon auditing, or ESG reporting, preferably in sizeable property development, asset management, or real estate companies
• Demonstrated experience in carbon data management, Scope 3 accounting, and familiarity with ESG reporting frameworks (GRI, SASB, IFRS S2, HKEX ESG Code)
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data management tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, or similar platforms)
• Good team player with excellent interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills
• Self-motivated, well-organised, and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Good command of written and spoken English, Cantonese, and Mandarin

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