Assistant Manager, ESG Consulting

KPMG Services Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Singapore is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead ESG consulting engagements. The role requires strong experience in sustainability reporting and corporate sustainability, with a minimum of 5-7 years in relevant domains. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree and certifications in ESG reporting, along with exceptional communication and project management skills. Join a dynamic environment focused on delivering impactful sustainability solutions.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in ESG, sustainability reporting, or corporate sustainability.
• Understanding of key ESG frameworks and emerging regulatory standards.
• Meticulous and analytical with a practical output focus.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support ESG and sustainability reporting aligned to major frameworks.
• Conduct materiality assessments and ESG data collection.
• Produce structured deliverables ensuring high-quality outcomes.

Skills

ESG Reporting

Stakeholder Management

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Strong Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Professional certifications in ESG or sustainability reporting

Job description

Be in front of challenges. Lead, innovate, and empower sustainable change.

About Our ESG Consulting Services

At KPMG, we help organizations navigate the complexities of sustainability and ESG reporting with confidence and clarity. Our ESG Consulting practice combines deep technical expertise with practical insights to support businesses in meeting evolving regulatory requirements, enhancing transparency, and building trust with stakeholders. From materiality assessments and data strategy to reporting aligned with global standards such as ISSB, GRI, TCFD, SASB, and CSRD we empower clients to integrate sustainability into their core strategy and deliver meaningful impact.

Role overview

We are seeking an Assistant Manager to lead and support ESG consulting engagements, with a strong focus on sustainability reporting and disclosure development.

The ideal candidate has solid experience across major reporting frameworks, strong consulting capabilities, and the discipline to deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.

What You Will Do

• Lead or support ESG and sustainability reporting aligned to major frameworks: ISSB/IFRS, GRI, TCFD, SASB, and emerging standards such as ESRS/CSRD.
• Conduct materiality assessments, ESG data collection, KPI development, and process enhancements.
• Produce clear, structured deliverables and ensure on-time, high-quality project outcomes.
• Manage client engagement activities and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Contribute to proposals, thought leadership, and development of ESG methodologies.
• Mentor and guide junior team members, fostering growth and excellence.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, Sustainability, Environmental Science, Business, or related fields.
• Professional certifications in ESG or sustainability reporting (e.g., GRI, SASB, IFRS Sustainability) will be an advantage.
• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in ESG, sustainability reporting, or corporate sustainability roles.
• Strong understanding of key ESG frameworks and emerging regulatory standards.
• Meticulous and analytical, with the ability to translate technical concepts into practical, client-ready outputs.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and project management skills.
• Background in sustainability domains (environment, climate, sustainable development, corporate sustainability) preferred to complement accounting and reporting strengths within the team.

Your Mindset

• Reliable, proactive, and takes strong ownership of deliverables.
• High work ethic with a hands-on, “get-it-done” mindset.
• Professional, composed, and adaptable in demanding consulting environments.
• A collaborative team player with maturity and sound judgment.