Head of Sustainability & ESG Services

SGS; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company is seeking a skilled professional for the role of Business Development Manager focusing on Sustainability and Green Finance. This position involves leading projects, developing business strategies, and ensuring high client satisfaction. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical skills and experience in ESG-related areas, with a commitment to delivering exceptional services.

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of relevant work experience in Sustainability or Green Finance.
• Knowledge of Green Finance/ESG is preferred.
• Experience in writing Sustainability Reports (GRI preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage projects related to Sustainability, Green Finance, ESG.
• Develop business strategy and implement business plans.
• Ensure client satisfaction and deliver high-level services.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project planning

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor degree in Finance, Economics, or Sustainability

Job description

About SGS

SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.

Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.

SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH0002497458, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN:SW).

Primary Responsibilities

Responsible for the growth and development of Sustainability, Green Finance, ESG & TCFD related business.

Specific Responsibilities

• Lead and manage projects across work relating to Sustainability, Green Finance, ESG & TCFD
• Responsible for the achievement of related business targets
• Develop business strategy and implement business plans
• Monitor the market and identify development of new services and trends; monitor the competition’s product development and activities
• Develop and liaise with various industry associations to promote this business
• Assist and guide the sales team to secure contracts from potential clients; provide the required technical support to the sales team and be the SGS technical interface for the clients
• Lead, coach and develop the execution team (consultants, auditors, trainers, administration staff)
• Ensure all operational KPI’s set up for operations and technical management are achieved
• Ensure successful and best level of services is delivered to the clients
• Communicate with customers to maintain optimum customer satisfaction

Requirements

• Bachelor degree or above in Finance, Economics, or Sustainability related majors with 5 to 7 years of relevant work experience.
• Knowledge of or strong interest in Green Finance/ESG related areas. Experienced in Green Finance/ESG related area, sustainable finance or analysis of corporate sustainability strategy is preferred.
• Excellent research, analytical and writing capabilities.
• Experience in writing Sustainability Reports (GRI preferred).
• Experience in working with corporate clients.
• Strong project planning skills with the ability to work on multiple projects and interacting with senior stakeholders.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships, to understand client needs and deliver to meet their expectations.
• Self-motivated, meticulous and committed individual who can work well under pressure and within tight deadlines.