Assistant Manager – Sustainability (ESG)

Alkem Laboratories Ltd.; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Alkem Laboratories Limited is seeking a sustainability professional to lead and own the organization's ESG agenda, covering disclosures, ratings, and strategic initiatives.

The role involves coordinating with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to embed sustainability into business processes and ensure timely, high‑quality ESG reporting across frameworks like BRSR, GRI, DJSI, EcoVadis, and CDP.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in ESG consulting or sustainability reporting.
• Hands-on experience with ESG disclosures and ratings submissions.
• Exposure to MSCI and Sustainalytics methodologies is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end ESG disclosures, including BRSR and GRI reporting.
• Coordinate ESG ratings submissions (DJSI, EcoVadis, CDP).
• Drive and support sustainability initiatives such as LCA, supplier assessments, materiality.
• Collaborate with HR, Procurement, Operations, Finance, Legal, EHS, and external consultants.
• Track timelines, deliverables, risks, and stakeholder expectations across ESG workstreams.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Written & Verbal Communication

Presentation & Storytelling

Analytical Thinking

Independent Working

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Sustainability, Management, or a related field

Job description

About Alkem:

Alkem Laboratories Limited is an Indian multinational pharmaceutical company headquartered in Mumbai, that manufactures and sells pharmaceutical generics, formulations and nutraceuticals in India and globally over 50 countries. We have consistently been ranked amongst the top five pharmaceutical companies in India. Our portfolio includes illustrious brands like Clavam, Pan, Pan-D, and Taxim-O, which feature amongst the top 50 pharmaceutical brands in India.

About the Role:

We are seeking a high-potential sustainability professional to drive and own the organization's ESG agenda. This role offers end-to-end responsibility across sustainability disclosures, ESG ratings, strategic projects, assurance, and stakeholder engagement. The ideal candidate is comfortable working in a dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities, and collaborating with senior leadership to embed sustainability into business processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own end-to-end ESG disclosures, including BRSR and GRI reporting.


• Support alignment with emerging reporting frameworks and regulations; knowledge of IFRS Sustainability Standards (IFRS S1 & S2) is an advantage.


• Lead ESG ratings and assessment submissions including DJSI, EcoVadis, and CDP.


• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to collect, validate, and consolidate ESG data.


• Support and drive sustainability initiatives such as Life Cycle Assessments (LCA), supplier ESG assessments, materiality assessments, TCFD, and TNFD projects.


• Drive implementation of ESG frameworks, sustainability roadmaps, and process improvements.


• Coordinate end-to-end external assurance activities for ESG disclosures and submissions.


• Prepare management presentations and leadership updates.


• Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Procurement, Operations, Finance, Legal, EHS, and external consultants.


• Track project timelines, deliverables, risks, and stakeholder expectations across multiple ESG workstreams.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience:

• 2–5 years of relevant experience in ESG consulting, sustainability reporting, ESG ratings, or corporate sustainability.


• Prior consulting experience preferred.


• Hands‑on experience with ESG disclosures and ratings submissions.


• Exposure to MSCI and Sustainalytics methodologies is a plus.


• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Sustainability, Management, or a related field.

Skills & Competencies:

• Project Management


• Stakeholder Management & Collaboration


• Strong Written and Verbal Communication


• Presentation & Storytelling Skills


• Analytical Thinking and Attention to Detail


• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities


• Comfort working in a fast-paced, evolving environment