Head of Sustainability

• Join a publicly listed company and lead their Sustainability strategy|Partner with the Executive team & Board
  
  
  

About Our Client

Our client is a large publicly listed company who have been servicing customers in Malaysia for over 30 years. They specialise in the heavy industries which include construction and property development.

Job Description

• Develop and execute the organisations sustainability and ESG strategy in alignment with corporate goals.
• Lead the integration of ESG considerations into business operations, risk management, and decision-making processes. Drive the adoption of best practices in sustainability across the organization.
• Provide thought leadership on sustainability issues and trends, advising senior management and the Board on relevant topics.
• Formulate and implement sustainability policies, standards, and frameworks.
• Ensure compliance with local and international ESG regulations and reporting requirements.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including investors, customers, regulators, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs).
• Represent the organisation at industry forums, conferences, and sustainability initiatives.
• Foster partnerships and collaborations to advance the organisations sustainability agenda.
• Oversee the preparation and publication of the organisations annual sustainability report.
• Ensure accurate and transparent ESG reporting in accordance with the relevant standards.
• Monitor and report on key ESG performance indicators and sustainability targets.
• Identify and assess ESG-related risks and opportunities. Develop mitigation strategies for sustainability-related risks.
• Collaborate with risk management teams to integrate ESG risks into the overall risk management framework. Lead the development and implementation of sustainability initiatives and programs.
• Build and lead a high-performing sustainability team. Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities for team members. Foster a culture of sustainability across the organization.
  
  
  

The Successful Applicant

To be considered for this opportunity, you will have a track record leading the Sustainability/ESG department, ideally of a medium - large organisation. Previous experience building a Sustainability/ESG department from the ground-up will be highly regarded. The role requires somebody with excellent interpersonal and communication skills who has previous experience engaging with and influencing senior executives within a business.

What's On Offer

This is a unique opportunity to spearhead the Sustainability strategy for a large publicly listed business and play a pivotal role in establishing a progressive and dynamic culture surrounding Sustainability within an organisation. The role will give the candidate direct access to the C-suite and board of the organisation, with the opportunity to potentially lead other teams and functions in the future.

Contact: Jarrad Johnston

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