ESG Reporting Program, Associate Director

As a CBRE ESG Reporting Program, Associate Director, you will be part of a team responsible for developing and executing ESG reporting program and overseeing and managing CBRE's ESG reporting initiatives. This role will report directly to the ESG Controller and is responsible for developing and implementing ESG reporting strategies, and enhancing CBRE's transparency and accountability in ESG matters. The ESG Reporting Program Associate Director will also be responsible for assisting with the coordination of jurisdictional ESG report fillings and external audits engagements. What You'll Do:

• Manage and execute ESG reporting program components, including developing comprehensive project plans. Define ESG reporting program project scope, goals, and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders. Track project milestones, budget and deliverables.
• Develop and implement CBRE's ESG reporting strategy in alignment with corporate goals and regulatory requirements. Stay updated on global ESG reporting standards and best practices.
• Lead the annual double materiality assessment process and identify and prioritize key ESG metrics and indicators for reporting.
• Serve as liaison between the global ESG Controllership team and local jurisdictional controllership and ESG/sustainability teams to coordinate jurisdictional ESG fillings and external audit engagements.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to gather feedback on ESG reporting. Respond to inquiries from investors, regulators, and other stakeholders regarding ESG performance.
• Serve as liaison between the global ESG Controllership team and Risk and Compliance function to ensure compliance with ESG-related regulations and standards.
• Support the design and operating effectiveness of ESG internal controls and related processes to comply with regulatory frameworks.
• Develop solid working relationships with internal and external auditors and provide requested information and respond timely to requests.
• Implement research, development and preparation of ESG related policy and procedures. Maintain awareness of industry-wide best practices and developments in ESG and appropriately provide leadership on internal changes as necessary.
• Provide regular status reporting to direct manager and assist with the development of communications to executive management.
• Assist with various projects as needed.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Influence parties of shared interests to reach an agreement.
• Apply knowledge of own discipline and how own discipline integrates with others to achieve team and departmental objectives.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve day-to-day and moderately complex issues which may or may not be evident in existing systems and processes.
  
  Bachelor's Degree in Business, Accounting/Finance, Environmental Science, Sustainability, or a relevant field; advanced degree preferred.
• 6+ years of relevant experience with ESG and/or financial reporting processes, in a large global company or similar experience with global accounting/consulting firms.
• Thorough understanding of ESG reporting frameworks, reporting standards, and industry trends is required.
• Proven experience in managing complex reporting programs and projects with diverse stakeholders is required.
• In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
• Ability to lead the exchange of sensitive, complicated, and difficult information, and handle problems.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Extensive organizational skills and an advanced inquisitive mindset.
• Ability to understand and explain complex issues or concepts to others within the organization.
• Ability to manage priorities and critical deadlines with minimal direction.
• Self-motivated and strong work ethic.
• Ability to interface with all levels of the organization to collect information and drive resolution.
• Must be detail-oriented, have a proactive approach and the ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• Strong writing and communication skills, ability to facilitate meetings with multiple audience types.
• Proven analytical skills and insights development.
• Professional accounting certification such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), sustainability related certification, project management certification or equivalent preferred.
  
  When you join CBRE you will have the support and resources of a global firm where an entrepreneurial mind-set is encouraged. You'll realize your potential with challenging work, fast-paced assignments, an environment of constant learning and commitment to results. To enable your success, we provide the best tools, training and leaders in the industry.
Our collaborative culture is built on our RISE values and reflects the needs and perspectives of our clients and our people. Our work is guided by our North Star: Creating the real estate solutions of tomorrow, so businesses and people thrive. This informs everything we do-from diversity, equity, and inclusion to sustainability initiatives to workplace safety and wellbeing. At CBRE, we believe that the more perspectives we have, the more dimensions we see. We welcome people with different backgrounds and experiences across industries to apply for open positions even if you do not match every element of the required skills. To discover more about what it's like to work at CBRE, visit Life at CBRE About CBRE CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2023 revenue). The company has more than 130,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves a diverse range of clients with an integrated suite of services, including facilities, transaction and project management; property management; investment management; appraisal and valuation; property leasing; strategic consulting; property sales; mortgage services and development services. Equal Opportunities We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age. For information about accommodations we can make during the recruitment process, please visit: https://www.cbre.co.uk/careers/accommodations CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)