Sustainability & ESG Consultant

SGS; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS in Singapore is seeking an ESG specialist to grow our Sustainability services portfolio and support the sales team with marketing activities. You will help develop new products and opportunities while staying current with ESG, sustainability, and green finance trends in Singapore and Asia-Pacific.

The role requires a Bachelor's in a sustainability-related field with at least 2 years of ESG experience, plus familiarity with relevant standards and frameworks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in sustainability or related field with 2+ years' ESG experience.
• Experience performing assurance/verification services at limited/satisfactory level.
• Auditing or training certification in sustainability standards is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Grow the ESG and Sustainability services portfolio for SGS.
• Support ESG Sales with marketing and promotion for revenue growth.
• Contribute to development of new products and market opportunities.
• Stay updated on ESG, Sustainability, and Green Finance trends in Singapore and the region.

Skills

ESG reporting

Auditing

Regulatory knowledge

Stakeholder management

Research & analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Sustainability

Tools

ISO 14064

GHG Protocol

CSRD

IFRS S1/S2

Job description

• Responsible for growing the business and delivering ESG and Sustainability-related services
• Support the ESG Sales team in promoting and marketing services to drive revenue growth

Specific responsibilities:

• Delivering Sustainability, ESG, Green Finance and Carbon/Climate-change related services, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
• Support the Technical Manager and ESG Sales team in managing marketing and promotional activities to drive revenue growth
• Support the development of new products, certification services, and market opportunities.
• Participate in periodic technical and qualification development in sustainability‑related areas ensuring alignment with standards and regulatory requirements
• Stay up to date on the trends and developments in the ESG, Sustainability, and Green Finance within Singapore and the broader region

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental/Chemical/Electrical Engineering or other sustainability-related discipline, with a minimum of 2 years’ relevant working experience in ESG and Sustainability-related services
• Experience in performing assurance/ verification services at reasonable/limited level of assurance
• Qualified auditor and/or trainer in sustainability related standard/schemes such as ISO 14064, GHG Protocol, NEA CPA, SRA, and other relevant standard or scheme is an advantage
• Familiarity withGRI, ISSB/IFRS S1 & S2,CSRD, ISO 14064, GHG Protocol, NEA CPA regulation, and other relevant sustainability standards/frameworks in Singapore & global markets
• Experience in Sustainability Reporting and Green Finance related areas is an advantage
• Experience in working with corporate clients is an advantage
• Strong capability in conducting research, literature reviews, benchmarking studies, and data analysis.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks and industry compliance requirements
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with meticulous attention to detail essential for auditing & consulting work
• Dynamic and results-driven individual capable of working effectively both independently and in a team environment
• Good communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive and effective problem solver, able to work independently with high level of initiative and resourcefulness.
• Able to interact with all levels of management, suppliers and clients
• Strong project planning skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and interact with senior stakeholders.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships, understand client needs, and deliver solutions that meet their expectations.
• Self-motivated, meticulous and committed individual who can work well under pressure and within tight deadlines, and priorities effectively
• Collaborative, enthusiastic, and committed team player
• Fluent English and local language
• Applies judgment and acts according to the SGS standards of ethics and integrity.