Advanced Staff, Climate Change and Sustainability Services

Are you ready to shape the future with confidence?

Here at EY, you’ll have the chance to build a truly exceptional experience. We’ll empower you with the latest technology, surround you with high-performing teams, and provide the global scale and diverse and inclusive culture you need to discover your full potential. Through our coaching and training programs, you’ll develop the skills you need to stay relevant today and, in the future, – all while building a network of colleagues, mentors, and leaders who will be on the journey with you at EY and beyond. 

The opportunity

We are actively developing services in the field of non-financial reporting and audit services meanwhile providing advisory services to businesses to be compliant with local legislation and international standards on the topics such as environmental protection, labor practices, industrial safety taking into account interests of businesses and wider stakeholder community. At the same time, we work with governmental institutions to improve legislative base, develop and implement various policy measures, initiatives, programs aiming at improvement of sustainability related issues in the country. 

Our Assurance group is one of the most trusted, respected and influential organizations in the industry. As part of CCaSS team, you will be actively involved in the provision of client related services as well as sustainability market analysis and research. You will also assist in the preparation of quality, practical approaches tailored to the client's economic, social, and environmental needs.

Your key responsibilities

As a CCaSS team-member, you’ll be expected to ensure that all the required work output is delivered in a timely manner in line with or exceeding the key performance expectations assigned for you position.

• Conduct ESG diagnostics, climate risk and sustainability analysis
• Analyze client data, processes, and reporting systems
• Prepare high-quality reports, models, and presentations
• Support delivery of advisory projects and client engagements
• Participate in market research and identification of best practices
• Contribute to development of actionable recommendations for client

Skills and attributes for success  

• Participating in the identification and analysis of the clients’ sustainability risks
• Analyzing major client documentation on sustainability, environmental, occupational health and safety performance, management and reporting as well as identifying and analyzing the best practices
• Developing formal correspondence with clients and preparing the required project documentation in compliance with the internal procedures
• Assisting in preparation of analytical conclusions and recommendations for clients applying critical thinking
• Assisting in development of presentations and trainings for clients and other interested parties
• Conducting the market research and analysis to identify new business opportunities and information required to win the market and improvement strategies for our clients
• Developing and maintaining productive working relationships with the client personnel
• Working effectively as a team member, sharing responsibility, providing support, maintaining positive communication with other team members
• Being proactive and initiate self-development to constantly improve professional and personal skills
• Demonstrating an understanding of the workplace policies and procedures

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Engineering (environmental, energy, industrial preferred)

Environmental studies/ Sustainability/ Social Sciences, Economics, Business Administration/Analytics or a related field.

• 1-3 years of relevant professional experience in sustainability/ESG-related work, ideally covering areas such as resource efficiency, energy, emissions, occupational health and safety, CSR, or sustainable finance.
• Working knowledge of key ESG frameworks and concepts, such as SDGs, GHG accounting, carbon footprint analysis (operational and value chain), product lifecycle, and basic sustainability frameworks and reporting standards.
• Strong professional written and verbal communication skills in English and Azerbaijani; Russian is an advantage.
• Ability to contribute to client deliverables, including presentations, reports, and analysis, with attention to quality and detail.
• Good analytical skills, with the ability to work with both qualitative and quantitative data.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), including data analysis and presentation development.
• A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset, with the ability to work both independently (on defined tasks) and collaboratively within teams.
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

 Ideally, you’ll also have

• Practical exposure to sustainability projects, including data collection, analysis, reporting and familiarity with assurance of non-financial metrics (e.g., ESG reporting, non-financial disclosures, or sustainability assessments).
• Familiarity (academic and/or practical) with GRI, SASB Standards, GHG Protocol, EU Taxonomy and/or other.
• Ability to adapt quickly to new environments and work effectively in multinational teams.
• Strong motivation to build expertise in sustainability and ESG consulting, with a continuous learning mindset.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight timelines while maintaining quality.
• Willingness and ability to travel when required.

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you will be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, 35 calendar days of vacation, and a range of programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Accelerate your technical capabilities and transformative leadership skills with future-focused courses and development programs.
• Broaden your horizons by working on highly integrated teams across the globe and collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds — both professionally and culturally.
• Bring out the best in yourself with continuous investment in your personal well-being and career development.
• Develop your own personal purpose and help us create a positive ripple effect on our teams, our business, clients and society

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

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