Sustainability & ESG Consultant

Bureau Veritas North America; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global sustainability company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced professional for a business development role. The candidate will be responsible for developing relationships with clients and executing sales and marketing strategies, ensuring quality project deliverables, and leading industry engagement initiatives. Ideal applicants should have at least 5 years of experience in sustainability and possess a relevant bachelor's degree. The role emphasizes passion for sustainability, technical expertise, and problem-solving skills while fostering team collaboration and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Inclusive workplace

Diverse environment

Flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of working experience in sustainability.
• Technical knowledge of sustainability standards and frameworks.
• Passion for sustainability and growth.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales and marketing strategies.
• Build relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
• Ensure quality and compliance in project deliverables.

Skills

Business Development

Communication Skills

Technical Expertise

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

ISO 14064

ISO 14067

GHG Calculations

Job description

Overview

Our people are ambitious and humble, believing in what they do and convinced that our purpose is shaping a world of trust. With responsibility and openness, they daily serve our 400.000 clients in 140 countries, to bettering society. Across all our businesses and countries, each one of our people leaves their mark in shaping society.

We believe that leaving a mark is a true challenge and opportunity for every one of us.

We believe that leaving a mark is a sign of trust and impact.

We believe that leaving a mark is a bond with the future.

We believe that leaving a mark is proof of growth and development.

Being part of the BV family, is more than just working, it’s being convinced that you will leave your mark... in shaping a world of Trust.

Job Responsibilities

• Business Development
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, government agencies and industry stakeholders.
• Develop and execute sales and marketing strategies to generate new business opportunities.
• Support training team on training content development.
• Work with marketing to develop content for social media.
• Assist BD team during quotation stage with regards to time, resources and cost.
• Service Delivery
• Ensure that the project deliverables are submitted with quality, efficiency, and compliance with industry standards.
• Manage the localization of technical content and approaches for sustainability projects/products/services at the country level.
• Build local capacity and expertise through training and knowledge transfer.
• Provide technical expertise and support to clients and internal teams.
• Team Leadership
• Willing to guide sustainability colleagues and ensure team continuous improvement.
• Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing among team members.
• Assist colleagues, particularly inexperienced assessors or those unfamiliar with clients' business/technology and assist in the induction and coaching of new colleagues as requested.
• Industry Engagement
• Stay abreast of emerging sustainability trends and policies in the region and globally.
• Actively participate in country sustainability forums, conferences, and initiatives.
• Operational Excellence
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and Bureau Veritas’ policies and procedures.
• Plan and schedule workloads to optimize time management and maximize revenue-earning activity and Margin Protection.
• Ensure BV's brand is at the forefront of the sustainability industry.

Job Requirements

• Possess a minimum bachelor\'s degree in a relevant field, with at least 5 years of working experience in sustainability.
• Possess technical knowledge of ISO14064, ISO14067, Green House Gas (GHG), Carbon Footprint, Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), Sustainability - Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG), and relevant Sustainability Report Assurance (SRA) -e.g GRI, AA 1000, ISAE 3000, IFC, IFRS - and national and international standards.
• Resourcefulness in identifying talent and fostering industrial partnerships.
• Passion for sustainability and a strong drive for growth.
• Comfortable working in a strong service environment, with excellent interpersonal, written, and general communication skills. Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to effectively persuade and influence others.
• Self-motivated and independent, with effective execution power.
• Preferably possesses auditing skills, ISO 9001/14001/45001 Lead Auditor Qualification.

Join an inclusive, flexible and diverse company where you can thrive while contributing to positively transforming the world we live in.

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