Head of Sustainability | Singapore, SG

Recruit Avenue; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Singapore is seeking a visionary Head of Sustainability to develop and execute its enterprise-wide sustainability strategy. The role includes overseeing sustainability initiatives across economic, social, and environmental pillars while managing investments in sustainability-linked projects. Ideal candidates should have over 10 years of experience in sustainability or related fields and possess strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in sustainability or ESG leadership.
• Strong background in sustainability-related investments.
• Consulting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute a comprehensive sustainability strategy.
• Guide sustainability-related investments and ESG fund evaluation.
• Ensure timely sustainability reporting in accordance with international standards.

Skills

Leadership

ESG Knowledge

Communication Skills

Education

Master's in Sustainability

Business

Economics

Environmental Science

Job description

Head of Sustainability

Recruit Avenue Singapore Apply now Posted 1 day ago Permanent $18 - $20K x 13 months

A purpose-driven organization is seeking a visionary Head of Sustainability to lead the development and execution of its enterprise-wide sustainability strategy. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence and implement sustainable practices across social, economic, and environmental pillars, while overseeing sustainability-linked investments. Candidates with a consulting background and strong cross-functional leadership experience will be at an advantage.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Design and execute a comprehensive sustainability strategy that aligns with the organization’s long-term vision and values.
• Sustainability Pillars: Champion and drive progress in the three core areas of sustainability:
  • Social: Strengthen social impact, employee wellbeing, and community engagement initiatives.
  • Economic: Drive responsible investing, long-term value creation, and business resilience.
  • Environmental: Lead efforts in climate action, environmental stewardship, and resource efficiency.
• Investment Management: Guide sustainability-related investments, including ESG fund evaluation, green finance initiatives, and impact measurement.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the key point of contact for sustainability-related matters across internal teams, regulators, partners, and external stakeholders.
• ESG Reporting: Ensure accurate and timely sustainability reporting in accordance with standards such as GRI, TCFD, or SASB.
• Internal Enablement: Embed sustainability principles across the organization through education, operational integration, and change management.
• Innovation & Risk Awareness: Monitor global ESG trends, risks, and regulatory changes to proactively position the organization as a sustainability leader.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• 10+ years of experience in sustainability, ESG, or related leadership roles.
• Strong background in sustainability-related investments or impact investing.
• Consulting experience strongly preferred, particularly with strategic or advisory ESG mandates.
• Familiarity with international ESG frameworks and sustainability disclosure requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for cross-level engagement.
• Master’s or equivalent in Sustainability, Business, Economics, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.

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