Director ESG and Sustainability

The role requires a seasoned professional with

deep expertise in the ESG and Sustainability domain, strong consulting acumen, and business development capabilities

to drive strategic engagements with leading corporates, banks and multilateral agencies among others. In particular, focus areas include ESG roadmaps & implementation support, Climate risk analysis, Product life cycle assessments, ESG integration in supply chain, sustainable finance and sustainability reporting.

The Practice Leader & Director will be responsible for

revenue growth, profitability, client relationship management, project delivery, team leadership and franchise building.

The role involves working with

private entities, government agencies ,

financial institutions, and multilaterals .

This is a high-visibility leadership role, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced consulting environment and is passionate about

solving complex industry challenges while driving commercial success .

The candidate should have a demonstrated track record of having led consulting assignments and developed business in the sustainability domain.

Business Development & Client Engagement

Develop and execute the

growth strategy for the Sustainability vertical , aligned with market trends and client needs.

Lead business development

(BD) initiatives with support from a BD Manager, focused on growing the ESG and sustainability advisory portfolio

across sectors

including energy, manufacturing, financial services, tech, and public institutions.

Manage the P&L,

meeting revenue and profitability targets

Build and

manage strong C-suite relationships

with corporates, industry regulators, investors and other key stakeholders.

Identify and drive

new business opportunities , expanding the firm’s presence in the ESG & Sustainability segment through existing network and new partnerships

Lead

proposal development, pitch presentations, and contract negotiations

to win high-impact consulting mandates.

Project Delivery & Excellence

Oversee

project execution

with strong support from an Associate Director, ensuring high-quality deliverables and measurable client impact

Provide

strategic insights

across sustainability focus areas to the team as well as Clients

Collaborate with

cross-functional teams

to deliver impactful solutions that can aid strategic decision-making for clients.

Delivering high impact presentations to clients and internal stakeholders

Team Leadership & Development

Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing consulting team

Foster a culture of

innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning

within the practice.

Drive

capability development , ensuring consultants stay ahead of industry advancements

Thought Leadership & Industry Strategy

Deep domain knowledge of the sustainability value chain including emerging trends that will shape up the industry

Engage with regulators (SEBI, RBI) for creating value and alignment with strategic goals

Represent the firm in

industry forums, conferences, and publications

to enhance market presence.

Author and publish articles to showcase thought-leadership and build franchise for the business

12-15+ years of relevant experience

in consulting, corporate sustainability, ESG investing, or advisory services

Experience in India along with global markets

(Europe and Middle East) will be an added advantage

B.E.

(desirable) and

MBA

(Finance / Sustainability / Environmental Management or related fields)

Certifications in ESG

frameworks or standards (e.g., GRI, SASB, CFA ESG Investing) will be an added advantage.

Business Development & Networking

Leadership qualities

Team management experience

Strategic thinking / business understanding related to the Sustainability segment

Strong analytical and communication skills

Client / Project management

Franchise building / outreach