Consultants - Financial Services - Climate Change and Sustainability Services
What if your career could have a lasting impact on you, and the World?
At EY we believe that whoever you are, your uniqueness helps us stand apart.
We bring together extraordinary people, like you, to build a better working world.
The Financial Services Climate Change & Sustainability Services (FSO CCaSS) team works with organisations across the financial sector to develop and implement sustainability strategies, policies and practices; prepare effective sustainability reports and/or integrate ESG information into other public disclosures; and provide assurance over non-financial reports and metrics. We are part of a broader Global FSO CCaSS team focused on driving sustainable, inclusive growth.
The FSO CCaSS team seeks to build a better working world by helping businesses respond to social, environmental and governance challenges. Our services include development of ESG strategies, materiality and maturity analyses, sustainability reporting, green/sustainable financing and assurance services.
This full-time role will be based in either Sydney or Melbourne, open to candidates with valid Australian working rights.
What’s in it for you?
As our Consultant, you will:
* Work alongside EY’s financial services clients as we complete diverse sustainability engagements.
* Constantly develop your understanding of current market trends and processes and regularly learn new skills.
* Ensure that EY delivers exceptional work (both internally and externally) that is in line with sustainability standards and frameworks.
* Contribute to the development of a market leading team that can provide the full range of ESG services: from baseline analysis and materiality assessments to drafting reports and completing assurance engagements.
* Develop new business opportunities with leading corporates in a diverse range of industries and closely collaborate across the firm
What we’re looking for
Here’s our ‘wish list’ but don’t worry if you don’t tick all the boxes. We’re interested in your strengths, what you want to learn, and how far you want to go.
* Minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience.
* Experience in assurance (financial or nonfinancial) or reporting.
* Experience in or passion for sustainability.
* Ability to work and effectively communicate with team members with different technical and cultural backgrounds, and across different geographies.
* Ability to deal with competing priorities and understand how to manage resources effectively.
* Strong writing skills.
Ideally, you will also have
* Experience in climate change services (either in professional services, industry or government).
* An understanding of regulation, legislation and best practices relating to climate disclosures and carbon accounting.
* Experience in the financial services industry.
What we can offer you
* Explore how a career at EY is yours to build at www.ey.com/au/careerdevelopment
* Discover how, when and where you can work at www.ey.com/au/flexibility
* Learn about our commitment to DE&I at www.ey.com/au/diversity-inclusiveness
* Discover the various ways our benefits can cater to your needs, across wellness, financial wellbeing, and family-friendly policies which include 26 weeks gender neutral paid parental leave at www.ey.com/au/benefits
* We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation depending on skills and experience.
Acknowledgement of Country
EY acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which EY offices are located around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures, and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. Find out more about our vision for reconciliation at www.ey.com/au/reconciliation
Apply now… we’re over 9,000 perspectives in Australia and we’re ready to welcome yours.
Diversity, equity, and inclusiveness (DE&I) are core to who we are, how we work and how we live our values. We hold a collective commitment to continue to drive an environment where all differences are valued, practices are equitable, and everyone experiences a sense of belonging— where people are inspired to team and lead inclusively in their interactions every day. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment experience for all. We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs with us can be daunting, so if you have questions before or during your application, we welcome you to get in touch at contactrecruitment@au.ey.com or +61 3 8650 7788 (option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.
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