Africa Talent by Deloitte – NL ESG Reporting – Senior Consultant at Deloitte

Job Description

As part of the Africa Talent team, you will work virtually and hybrid with global colleagues from different offices, such as Amsterdam, Rotterdam and Utrecht.

Responsibilities include:

• supporting clients in navigating through the evolving landscape of legislation and frameworks on sustainability an integrated reporting (e.g. CSRD, EU Taxonomy, SFDR, IFRS, TCFD, TNFD etc.);
• assisting clients in developing a compliant, yet value-driven reporting framework (i.e. conducting CSRD gap assessments, double materiality assessments, developing KPIs, obtaining and improving ESG ratings);
• developing the structure and content of sustainability reports and policies;
• reviewing sustainability disclosures and ensuring they meet all legal requirements;
• supporting senior team members with project and team management;
• contributing to future development of the practice, including preparation of the proposals, thought leadership articles and industry events;
• participating in discussions with senior team members and developing supporting materials to facilitate through the project phases;
• contributing to external and internal meetings with professional and structured overviews (e.g. email, PowerPoint decks, Excel factsheets etc.).

Qualifications

Naturally you want to get to the heart of the client's real issue and you collaborate with your colleagues. But most importantly, be the true you. The one and only you. With your personal strengths, view of the world and unique personality. You need the following qualifications for the position of Senior Consultant (Africa Talent by Deloitte – ESG Reporting):

• completed Master degree in Sustainability / Economics / Finance / Accountancy / Controlling;
• at least 3 years of work experience in the field of Sustainability Reporting / ESG Assurance or a related service line;
• deep knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations (e.g. CSRD, EU Taxonomy, SFDR, EU Green Bond Framework);
• good understanding of ESG-related standards and frameworks including GHG Protocol, IFRS (SASB), GRI, and TCFD;
• strong capabilities in project management, managing multiple priorities and deliver commitments on time and budget;
• experience in policy related work, such as applying standards, procedures and processes to comply to regulatory requirements;
• experience in preparation of ESG reports and policies;
• excellent written and oral communication skills in English (ability to understand / willingness to learn Dutch is beneficial);
• a proactive attitude and ability to be flexible;
• you operate well in a team and while working remotely.