Sustainability - Strategy & Operations Enterprise Strategy & Value Senior Associate

Sustainability Generalist At PwC

At PwC, our people in sustainability focus on integrating environmental, social, economic, and governance considerations into business strategies and operations. They provide guidance and support to organizations by managing sustainability risks, identifying opportunities, and driving positive social and environmental impact. As a sustainability generalist at PwC, you will utilize your skills and experience across environmental, social, governance (ESG) topics and sustainability more broadly. You will analyze client needs and provide consulting services across different areas in the sustainability lifecycle, including strategy, transformation, and reporting. Focused on relationships, you are building meaningful client connections and learning how to manage and inspire others. Navigating increasingly complex situations, you are growing your personal brand, deepening technical expertise and awareness of your strengths. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, and to deliver quality. Embracing increased ambiguity, you are comfortable when the path forward isn't clear, you ask questions, and you use these moments as opportunities to grow.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Respond effectively to the diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.
• Use a broad range of tools, methodologies, and techniques to generate new ideas and solve problems.
• Use critical thinking to break down complex concepts.
• Understand the broader objectives of your project or role and how your work fits into the overall strategy.
• Develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing.
• Use reflection to develop self-awareness, enhance strengths, and address development areas.
• Interpret data to inform insights and recommendations.
• Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards, the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

The Opportunity

As part of the Sustainability team, you will play a pivotal role in helping clients measure and reduce their energy, water, waste, and emissions, set ambitious sustainability targets, and build comprehensive decarbonization roadmaps. Your expertise will be instrumental in improving product sustainability and establishing enhanced data and technology capabilities to support both internal sustainability programs and external reporting needs. As a Senior Associate, you will lead complex projects, leveraging your knowledge to deliver impactful results and foster trusted client relationships to drive success across teams.

Responsibilities

• Support various business development efforts to help generate a pipeline of opportunities
• Develop and implement strategies to achieve reduction targets
• Develop and implement technology solutions that enhance clients' sustainability data management and reporting capabilities
• Support clients in establishing improved data and technology frameworks to drive internal sustainability programs and meet external reporting requirements
• Mentor and coach teams to address complex sustainability challenges and promote innovation in sustainability strategies
• Effectively plan and manage complex client engagements, developing trusted client relationships and guiding teams to successful delivery
• Stay informed on the latest sustainability trends and technologies to provide cutting-edge advice and solutions to clients

What You Must Have

• Bachelor's Degree
• 3 years of experience working in sustainability consulting, corporate sustainability, or sustainability strategy

What Sets You Apart

• Master of Business Administration in Sustainable Resource Management, Organizational Management, Finance, Business Administration/Management, Economics, Public Policy Analysis, Risk Management, Environmental Science, Supply Chain Management, or Engineering preferred
• Certification(s) Preferred: GRI or ESRS Accredited Sustainability Professional, IFRS FSA Credential, Experience with ISO 14001, LEED, B Corp, or ESG verification frameworks
• Demonstrating success in sustainability and non-financial reporting
• Understanding emerging sustainability-related regulations globally
• Engaging with stakeholders to drive sustainability initiatives
• Proficiency in data visualization for sustainability strategies
• Writing and presenting to industry audiences and clients
• Contributing to a positive working environment
• Experience with GHG Protocol, carbon foot printing, or climate risk modeling