ESG Reporting & Project Manager | Pharma MNC | Mumbai

About Our Client

Our client is a global pharmaceutical company with the purpose to improve patients' lives.

Job Description

A few key responsibilities include :

• Work-plan and project-manage key cross-functional initiatives within the ESG program, and ensure milestones and deliverables are achieved on time
• Collaborate closely with the business and key internal stakeholders to define and deliver on the ESG reporting and disclosure agenda within the company ( in line with relevant TCFD, UK CRP, EU Omnibus, VSME, SASB requirements etc.)
• Drive the annual ESG data collection and analysis process in coordination with finance team ( on Scope 1, 2 and 3 GHG emissions), including owning the data analysis
• Coordinate the annual ESG report preparation alongside external consultants, including information and data gathering, SME coordination, quantitative and qualitative data analysis, content development, etc.
• Maintain clear documentation of new methodologies deployed, key decisions taken, lessons learned etc. as part of managed initiatives
• Review company documents such as sustainability reports, annual reports, as well as other corporate and third party publications and assessing about adopting the best practices which are applicable to the company
• Oversee the preparation of responses to inquiries from external stakeholders ( customers, investors)
• Manage effective and proactive engagement and communication with all stakeholders around ESG ( Finance & Controlling, Communications, Human Resources etc.), by anticipating reporting requirements and necessary stakeholder contributions
• Conduct ESG research as required and keep up-to-date with relevant ESG industry trends
• Serve as one of the main coordination points for the functions on ESG topics and provide hands-on support where needed to ensure we meet company's ESG targets

The Successful Applicant

The ideal candidate would have :

• Degree level education or equivalent in business / finance / other quantitative or scientific discipline
• 2-5 years relevant work experience in business consulting / project management / financial reporting / pharmaceutical operations
• ESG and sustainability experience (within or outside of pharmaceuticals) is a good-to-have
• Pharmaceutical industry knowledge and experience
• Evidence of project management training / certifications
• Proficient project management skills including project identification, scoping, delivery and documentation
• Advanced analytical, data handling, research and problem-solving skills
• Strong interest in and / or willingness to develop expertise in environmental, social and governance topics