Job Description

Grant Thornton LLP is seeking multiple Directors, ESG & Sustainability to oversee independent research to develop a deep understanding of business risks and opportunities posed by sustainability or environmental, social and governance (ESG) matters. Lead sustainability reporting readiness assessments that understand existing corporate activities and identify necessary supplemental processes, information systems, procedures, and controls needed to achieve desired outcomes. Lead advisory engagements including planning, risk assessment, fieldwork, and reporting. Lead external and internal training and thought leadership on sustainability topics. Develop training programs where appropriate. Maintain active communication with clients to manage expectations, ensure satisfaction, and lead change efforts effectively. Oversee quality and delivery of any client facing deliverable, project, or communication. Delegate responsibilities to subordinate team members as appropriate. Lead proposals and business development activities. Manage firm risk on proposals. Responsible for profitability, timing, and execution of client facing and internal engagements. Adhere to the highest degree of professional standards, manage firm risk on engagements, and maintain strict client confidentiality. Identify new project opportunities for existing client relationships. Actively promote the company brand and personal brand through the development of thought leadership content, presentations, and conference attendance. 25% travel to client sites as needed. Work at various unanticipated locations throughout the U.S. May work remotely.

Job Requirements:

Employer requires a Master’s degree in Public Administration, Sustainability, Economics, Political Science, Political Development, or related field, or the foreign degree equivalent, and 2 years of relevant experience such as a Senior Associate, Associate, or alternate acceptable related occupation. Work or academic experience must have included: strategy design, reporting, and sustainability risk management; GHG emissions, water, and waste accounting; data and quantitative experience with data aggregation, analytics, visualization, and reporting; sustainability reporting standards and frameworks such as GRI, CDP, SASB, IIRC, or TCFD; and designing change management plans.

Job Locations:

171 N. Clark Street, Suite 200, Chicago, IL 60601. 25% travel to client sites as needed. Work at various unanticipated locations throughout the U.S. May work remotely.

Application Instructions:

Submit resumes for Director, ESG & Sustainability (108811) via: https://www.grantthornton.com/careers.aspx