ESG Manager, India

• ESG Strategy and Policy Oversight:

  • Lead the overall ESG setup, strategy, and implementation for Igloo end-to-end as POC for external stakeholders like the BOD and certification authorities

  • Prepare a comprehensive ESG strategy (policies & procedures), establish the baseline of Igloos current ESG status, identify goals and action plans to get there - track and share updates internally and to external stakeholders (e.g. the BOD/customers/employees)

  • Ensure alignment with ESG disclosure requirements and best practices.

  • Identify potential challenges and proactively manage them to ensure on-time and quality deliverables.

  • Lead external audits and certification processes (e.g. for the Client Protection Pathway or Principles for Sustainable Insurance)

• Risk Management and Compliance Assurance:

  • Develop and manage plans to reduce and manage ESG risks and environmental impacts.

  • Monitor the effectiveness of the implementation of the ESG management system (Policies, Process, Procedures, and Guides) and update them in line with changes in laws, regulations, and corporate directives.

  • Review corporate activities and ensure compliance with ESG Policies, Management Plans, and Procedures.

  • Track actions taken by the company to minimize ESG risks and environmental impacts.

• Reporting and Communication:

  • Attend meetings and report to management, shareholders, and the Board of Directors on ESG progress and performance.

  • Conduct analysis and review ESG data to identify trends and risks.

  • Lead the annual ESG data preparation process, encompassing information and data gathering, content development, and external assurance.

• Stakeholder Engagement:

  • Address concerns from stakeholders and others on ESG issues.

  • Manage communication with stakeholders on ESG issues.

• Market Research and Professional Development:

  • Conduct market research and competitive analysis to determine ESG factors affecting business activity.

  • Participate in ESG-related conferences, seminars, and other professional events.

• Resource Management:

  • Manage ESG budgets and resources and related expenses.

If you are a results-oriented individual with a strong commitment to advancing ESG principles and possess the skills to lead the end-to-end ESG strategy, we invite you to apply for this challenging and rewarding position. Join us in making a positive impact on our organization's sustainability journey.

Job Requirements

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Legal, Finance, Business, Management or other technical / science-based education

• Min. 10 years work experience in the sustainability field, preferably working in both consulting and a corporate environment in a variety of sustainability-related matters impacting multinational corporations

• At least 3 years of experience conducting assurance of sustainability/ESG/financial reports in tech/fintech/insurance firms or similar organization and/or supporting companies to improve ESG reporting internal control environments

• Proven experience of successfully preparing ESG reports and responses to ESG rating agencies and rankings.

• Working experience in managing ESG data collection and reporting processes. Good attention to quality and details and solid analytical skills.

• Excellent project management skills and an ability to manage multiple complex projects and diverse stakeholders

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English to support the accurate provision of ESG information to external stakeholders, other languages an asset

• Some public policy and external communications experience would be beneficial

• Strong interpersonal and an ability to work with senior stakeholders and leaders, build rapport across functional boundaries as well as people of diverse backgrounds