Experienced Associate - Sustainability CoE

PricewaterhouseCoopers; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm is seeking an Associate to support sustainability initiatives in Malaysia. This role involves delivering on ESG projects, collaborating with internal teams, and managing risks. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's Degree or Master's in a related field and strong advisory skills. Responsibilities include improving collaboration, supporting proposal development, and contributing to market strategy. Fluency in Bahasa Malaysia is preferred, alongside strong interpersonal skills. Join us in driving transformative impact across Asia Pacific.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree / Masters with some relevant ESG certifications.
• Relevant internship experience in ESG, sustainability, and/or corporate social responsibility roles.
• Strong capability to work collaboratively across various business units.

Responsibilities

• Supporting proposals and projects focusing on thematic areas like human rights.
• Delivering on programmes of work, collaborating with project teams.
• Identifying and managing risks and issues with large programmes of work.

Skills

Strong advisory skillset

Interpersonal and communication skills

Collaboration

Ability to adapt quickly

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Master's with relevant ESG certifications

Job description

Line of Service

Assurance

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Assurance

Management Level

Associate

Job Description & Summary

The Global Sustainability platform has been established with the aim of PwC being the most credible and pre‑eminent adviser in ESG and sustainability transformation globally. It will connect experts to deliver on projects from strategy through execution and reporting, xLine of Service and x-territory. This role will support the deliverables of the Malaysian based sustainability SMEs in the Asia Pacific Centre of Excellence ("CoE") Project, and the Malaysia‑Vietnam firm’s own sustainability CoE. The CoE project will drive increased business performance through improved allocation of expertise and support in both project proposals and project deliveries, as well as supporting thought leadership, profiling, and continued market development.

Key accountabilities

• Supporting proposals and projects focusing on cutting thematic areas as defined in our strategy – including human rights and social accountability, nature & biodiversity, and green growth programmes to deliver transformative impact.
• Contribute to improving collaboration and ensuring improved delivery of sustainability work in Malaysia, Vietnam and the Asia Pacific CoE.
• Convening and consulting with MYVN colleagues, and where relevant, Asia Pacific and global stakeholders from across the business.
• Delivering on programmes of work, either internally or for clients – this would involve working with colleagues in the Lines of Service as a joint project team.
• Identifying and managing risks and issues with large programmes of work appropriately.
• Collaborating with other teams or functions to deliver outcomes, e.g., marketing team.
• Assimilating information quickly and dealing with ambiguity.
• Working virtually and in a global environment with diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Understanding budgeting and allocating resources appropriately to support proposal costing estimations.
• Developing or participating in campaign or programme road shows with internal leaders and clients.
• Supporting project planning and coordinating timelines and milestones with a broad ecosystem of stakeholders.

Skills, experience and qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree / Masters with some relevant ESG certifications.
• Relevant internship experience in ESG, sustainability, and/or corporate social responsibility roles.
• Strong advisory skillset and mindset with a focus on delivering nature and social projects, along with some experience in reporting.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues from Consulting, Deals, and Tax to strengthen cross‑Line of Service teamwork in sustainability initiatives.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written), with proficiency in Bahasa Malaysia and any other local Malaysian languages preferred.
• Strong capability to work collaboratively across various business units and geographical locations, as well as interact effectively with all levels of staff.
• Ability to adapt quickly and thrive in a fast‑paced work environment. Highly motivated and capable of working independently.

Additional application instructions

Please attach the following documents along with your CV when you submit an online application:

• Academic Certificates and Transcripts, from SPM (or equivalent) onwards
• A copy of your NRIC or passport
• Recent passport size photo

Education

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Degrees/Field of Study required: Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications

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Required Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Auditing, Auditing Standards, Audit Internal Controls, Audit Preparation, Audit Reporting, Audit Risk Assessments, Audit Support, Business Process Improvement, Communication, Compliance and Standards, Compliance Assurance, Compliance Auditing, Compliance Risk Assessment, Compliance Training, Data Analysis and Interpretation, Developing Policies and Guidelines, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Ethics Training, External Audit, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity {+ 21 more}

Desired Languages

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Travel Requirements

Up to 20%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

Job Posting End Date

March 31, 2026