Climate Risk Executive

Padini; Selangor; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Malaysia is seeking a candidate to lead climate-related financial disclosures in accordance with TCFD and ISSB standards. Responsibilities include managing climate risks, integrating climate considerations into corporate governance, and engaging with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and strong analytical and project management skills. This role offers benefits including performance bonuses and medical coverage.

Benefits

Performance Bonus

Outpatient Medical Coverage

Insurance Coverage (GHS, GPA and GTL)

Staff Purchase Discount

Qualifications

• Interest or exposure to TCFD, ISSB (IFRS S2) standards, or ESG frameworks is advantageous.
• Understanding of Bursa Malaysia’s Sustainability Reporting Guide and related regulatory requirements.
• Experience in auditing and working with publicly listed companies, preferably in retail.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of climate-related financial disclosures in accordance with TCFD and ISSB standards.
• Identify and manage climate risks throughout the company’s value chain.
• Collaborate with leadership to integrate climate-related considerations into corporate governance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field

Job description

1. Climate-Related Disclosure & Reporting

Lead the preparation of climate-related financial disclosures in accordance with TCFD and ISSB (IFRS S2) standards.

Ensure alignment with Bursa Malaysia’s Sustainability Reporting Requirements, including materiality assessments and forward-looking climate risk reporting.

Oversee the drafting, review, and enhancement of sustainability/ESG reports and integrated reports with a focus on climate disclosures.

2. Climate Risk and Opportunity Assessment

Identify, evaluate, and manage both physical and transition climate risks throughout the company’s value chain.

Conduct scenario analysis and climate-related stress testing to assess business resilience under different climate pathways.

3. Governance and Strategy Integration

Collaborate with senior leadership to integrate climate-related considerations into corporate governance, strategic planning, and enterprise risk management.

Contribute to the formulation of climate-related policies, performance targets, and KPIs, including net-zero and decarbonization commitments.

4. Stakeholder Engagement

Engage with internal departments (e.g., finance, legal, supply chain, and risk) and coordinate with external stakeholders such as regulators and auditors.

Facilitate communications and reporting with Bursa Malaysia, the Securities Commission Malaysia, and other relevant regulatory bodies on climate-related disclosures.

Job Requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Interest or exposure to TCFD, ISSB (IFRS S2) standards, or ESG frameworks is advantageous but not essential, as comprehensive on-the-job training will be provided.
• Understanding of Bursa Malaysia’s Sustainability Reporting Guide and related regulatory requirements.
• Experience in auditing and working with publicly listed companies, preferably within the retail sector.
• Strong analytical and project management capabilities, with the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and present climate-related data to support strategic decision-making.
• Skilled in stakeholder engagement and capable of working collaboratively across functions and teams.
• Inquisitive, eager to learn, and open to new challenges and knowledge areas.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality work.
• Comfortable working under pressure and adapting to changing priorities.

We offers:

• Performance Bonus
• Outpatient Medical Coverage
• Insurance Coverage (GHS, GPA and GTL)
• Staff Purchase Discount

Subject to position offered / sales performance / company’s policy

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