Senior Consultant in European Sustainability Reporting

EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction, and advisory services. Our Climate Change and Sustainability Services (CCaSS) team is dedicated to helping our clients navigate the complexities of sustainability reporting and regulatory compliance. With a growing demand for reporting and assurance services in Ukraine, we are expanding our team to support our clients' sustainability goals.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Consultant with 1-2 years of specialized experience in European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) and EU Taxonomy, specifically focused on reporting. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of sustainability reporting frameworks and regulatory requirements. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert advice and guidance on ESRS and EU Taxonomy compliance to clients in Ukraine.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of clients' sustainability practices and identify areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement strategies to ensure clients meet regulatory requirements and achieve sustainability goals.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and documentation related to ESRS and EU Taxonomy compliance.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in sustainability reporting and regulatory changes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated solutions to clients.
• Conduct training sessions and workshops to educate clients on ESRS and EU Taxonomy requirements.
• Support business development efforts by identifying new opportunities and contributing to proposal development.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Business, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
• 1-2 years of experience in ESRS and EU Taxonomy, with a focus on reporting.
• Practical experience in assessing Impacts, Risks and Opportunities (IROs) and performing the Double Materiality Analysis
• Principal understanding of the sources of data and its consolidation to support Data Points preparation according to ESRS standards
• Practical experience in implementation of ESRS standards in the industries that are relevant to the Ukrainian economy (at least few ones): energy, metals and mining, oil and gas, primary agriculture, banking sector, retail. 
• Strong understanding of sustainability reporting frameworks and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Relevant certifications in sustainability or regulatory compliance are a plus.

What We Offer:

• Long-term partnership and official employment from day one.
• 35 calendar days of annual leave.
• Competitive salary and high-performance bonuses.
    

Professional development and learning: 

• Opportunity to advance to partner level.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on sustainability practices and regulatory compliance.
• Exposure to a growing market with increasing client requests for reporting and assurance sustainability services.
• Numerous internal and external trainings, including corporate access to Udemy courses and EY Badges educational system.
• Coverage of expenses for professional certifications.
• Opportunity to join the online EY Tech MBA & Hult International School program.

Care and support:

• Medical insurance, travel insurance, and life insurance.
• Support from an experienced mentor throughout your career at EY.
• Flexible work schedule.