Senior Manager - Climate Change & Sustainability Services (CCaSS) - KSA

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading advisory firm is seeking a Senior Manager for Climate Change & Sustainability Services in Riyadh. The role involves leading client engagements, developing sustainability strategies, and driving transformative change in government and infrastructure sectors. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience, strong consulting skills, and expertise in climate action and ESG frameworks.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Long-term career growth

Continuous learning and coaching

Diverse and inclusive culture

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in climate change, sustainability, or ESG.
• Strong consulting background with a history in project management.
• Certifications in climate change or sustainability are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple client engagements with high-quality delivery.
• Develop and implement sustainability strategies for clients.
• Analyze market trends and regulatory changes to create innovative solutions.
• Mentor and upskill team members in sustainability practices.

Skills

Climate change expertise

Sustainability frameworks

ESG reporting

Analytical skills

Consulting experience

Fluent in English and Arabic

Education

Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, energy, finance, or related sciences

Job description

Senior Manager - Climate Change & Sustainability Services (CCaSS) - KSA

Location: Riyadh

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Requisition ID: 1658119

Senior Manager – Climate Change & Sustainability Services (CCaSS)

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (with GCC coverage)

The Opportunity

Join EY’s market-leading CCaSS team, where you’ll drive transformative change for clients across government and infrastructure sectors. As a Senior Manager, you will be at the forefront of climate action, sustainability strategy and execution, and ESG governance—delivering high-impact solutions and shaping the future of sustainable business in the region.

Key Attributes

• Go-Getter Mindset: You are proactive, results-driven, and thrive in dynamic environments. You take ownership of complex challenges, inspire teams, and consistently deliver beyond expectations.
• Technical Excellence: You possess deep expertise in climate change, sustainability, and ESG frameworks. Your analytical skills enable you to design robust solutions, interpret regulatory trends, and translate technical insights into actionable strategies.
• Strategic Leadership: You lead multidisciplinary teams, foster collaboration, and build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders. You are adept at navigating ambiguity, influencing decision-makers, and driving long-term transformation.
• Business Development: You actively pursue new opportunities, cultivate client portfolios, and contribute to the growth of EY’s sustainability practice.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple client engagements, ensuring high-quality delivery and engagement economics.
• Develop and implement sustainability strategies, focusing on long-term transformation and measurable performance improvement.
• Analyze regulatory changes, market trends, and organizational strengths/weaknesses to create innovative solutions for complex business challenges.
• Serve as a champion for CCaSS initiatives, driving thought leadership and best practices across the team.
• Mentor and upskill team members, fostering a culture of excellence, agility, and continuous learning.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor on climate change, decarbonization, ESG reporting, and sustainability strategy.
• Support business development activities, including proposal writing, client presentations, and networking within the sustainability ecosystem.

Skills and Attributes for Success

• Demonstrated experience in climate change, sustainability, and ESG—especially within capital projects, transport, real estate, urban development, hospitality, and construction.
• Strong technical, quantitative, and analytical skills; ability to synthesize data and communicate complex ideas clearly.
• Proven track record in consulting, project management, and team leadership within a Big-4 or leading advisory firm.
• Expertise in sustainability reporting frameworks (e.g., GRI, CSRD, ISSB), circular economy, HSE management systems, and green building standards.
• Experience in GHG accounting, verification, and environmental/social impact assessment.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in English and Arabic; flexible to frequent business travel.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, energy, finance, economics, or related sciences. MBA is a plus.
• At least 10 years of relevant experience, with a strong consulting background.
• Certifications in climate change, sustainability, or ESG are highly desirable.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and performance-based rewards.
• Long-term career growth in a global, multidisciplinary team.
• Continuous learning, coaching, and leadership development.
• Diverse and inclusive culture, empowering you to make a meaningful impact.

If you are a self-motivated, technically strong professional ready to shape the future of sustainability, apply now and build your exceptional EY journey.

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