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SATIC - FS Sustainability Consultant

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PwC

5d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Consulting
    Sustainability
  • Johannesburg
    Remote
  • Quick Apply
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AI generated summary

  • You need relevant degrees, client delivery experience in sustainability reporting, knowledge of financial services regulations, strong project management, and effective communication skills.
  • You will lead sustainability reporting projects, manage client relationships, assess reporting maturity, and develop junior team members while identifying new client opportunities and contributing to marketing efforts.

Requirements

  • We will consider a range of university degrees and professional qualifications in a relevant subject matter area. However, on top of this, candidates will be expected to demonstrate experience in client delivery across one or a number of sustainability reporting requirements.
  • Experience aligned with the outlined activities
  • Knowledge of asset managers, banks and insurers from working within the business or providing professional services consulting support to firms in the financial services sector.
  • Experience of having worked on implementations of new financial services regulations.
  • Up to date with emerging regulations and standards such as TCFD, CSRD, SDR, SS3/19, ISSB and global transition planning activities, such as the Transition Plan Taskforce in the UK
  • Project management skills with a demonstrated ability to work on multiple engagements effectively
  • Experience in a fast-paced environment and effective prioritisation skills
  • Experience in managing and coaching teams
  • Clear and effective communication skills: particularly in managing complex stakeholder landscapes
  • Ability to build key stakeholder relationships, both internally and with clients

Responsibilities

  • Lead the project team in various Sustainability reporting activities, including:
  • Current state Sustainability reporting assessments
  • Regulatory impact assessments and gap analysis
  • Sustainability reporting landscape reviews and horizon scanning
  • Sustainability materiality assessments
  • Sustainability reporting maturity assessments
  • Sustainability reporting implementation design
  • Sustainability reporting assurance readiness assessments
  • Manage client-facing and internal engagements, overseeing progress and budgets
  • Serve as a subject matter expert on projects, specific topics, or reporting frameworks
  • Stay updated on the latest reporting developments through continuous research
  • Manage day-to-day relationships with key client and internal stakeholders
  • Identify new client opportunities and contribute to the development of sales and marketing materials, including proposals and thought leadership
  • Contribute to the further development of our Sustainability Reporting proposition and approach, including digital assets
  • Develop junior team members through effective coaching, supervision, and training
  • Practise upward management and communication
  • Foster a positive and inclusive team environment

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is SATIC - FS Sustainability Consultant.

What level of management is this position?

This position is at the Senior Associate management level.

What are the main responsibilities of the SATIC - FS Sustainability Consultant?

Key responsibilities include leading sustainability reporting activities, managing client engagements, conducting assessments, serving as a subject matter expert, and developing junior team members.

Is prior experience in financial services required for this role?

Yes, candidates should have knowledge of asset managers, banks, and insurers, as well as experience in professional services consulting to these firms.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A range of university degrees and professional qualifications in relevant subject areas, along with experience in sustainability reporting, is required.

What skills are desirable for this role?

Desirable skills include financial services expertise, sustainability strategy development, economic and financial modelling, data collection and management, and knowledge of IFRS.

Is there a requirement for travel in this role?

Yes, there may be travel requirements of up to 20%.

What percentage of the role focuses on sustainability reporting?

The role primarily focuses on Sustainability Reporting, especially given the evolving regulations expected from 2024 onwards.

Will the consultant have the opportunity to work with international clients?

Yes, the consultant will work virtually with the PwC UK practice, delivering services to UK-based clients and clients around the world.

Is this role open to candidates requiring work visa sponsorship?

No, this position is not available for work visa sponsorship.

What type of professional development opportunities does PwC offer in this role?

PwC offers opportunities for personal growth, coaching, effective supervision of junior team members, and access to the PwC Professional leadership development framework.

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Mission & Purpose

PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) is one of the Big 4 accounting firms and a leading professional services organisation. PwC offers a broad range of services, including audit and assurance, tax consulting, advisory, and legal services. They work with clients across various industries, from multinational corporations to startups, providing insights, expertise, and solutions to help them address complex challenges and achieve their goals. PwC's ultimate mission is to build trust in society and solve important problems. They strive to enhance transparency, integrity, and accountability in financial reporting, while also supporting sustainable business practices and societal advancement. PwC's purpose is to contribute to creating trust and value for their clients, people, and wider stakeholders, driving confidence and fostering innovation in a rapidly changing world.

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    Speak up for what is right, especially when it feels difficult. Expect and deliver the highest quality outcomes. Make decisions and act as if our personal reputations were at stake.

  • Make a difference

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  • Care

    Make the effort to understand every individual and what matters to them. Recognise the value that each person contributes. Support others to grow and work in the ways that bring out their best.

  • Work together

    Collaborate and share relationships, ideas and knowledge beyond boundaries. Seek and integrate a diverse range of perspectives, people and ideas. Give and ask for feedback to improve ourselves and others.

  • Reimagine the possible

    Dare to challenge the status quo and try new things. Innovate, test and learn from failure. Have an open mind to the possibilities in every idea.