Sustainability Operations Manager, Full-time, Copenhagen

Location: Frederiksberg

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Salary: Competitive

Date: Dec 17, 2024

Job description
Requisition ID: 1569780

Are you an experienced sustainability operations manager and looking for a new challenge? Do you have a passion for managing and implementing new sustainability initiatives? Come join one of the top workplaces in the world and be a part of a fun and dynamic team: the Nordic COO Office.

The opportunity

As a Sustainability Operations Manager, you will be a part of the Nordic COO Office team at EY.

Led by the Nordic Regional Director of Operations, the COO Office is our in-house consultancy unit that drives the strategic business and digital transformation agenda for EY Nordics. Our team is working on projects across various functional domains to solve key challenges and identify ways to improve our business in the Nordics.

The Sustainability Operations Manager will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing the daily operations of the Sustainability team. This role will ensure that all sustainability initiatives, including CSRD responsibilities, ISO certifications, and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) measures, are effectively managed and implemented. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills, experience in process improvement, and the ability to work with internal stakeholders and external vendors. You have preferably worked in a similar role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordination and Oversight:
• Process Improvement:
• Project- and Change Management:
• Daily Operations:
• Stakeholder Engagement:

• Coordinate the work activities across the Sustainability team in Nordics of ~8 colleagues to ensure alignment with organizational goals and regulatory requirements (e.g. CSRD and ISO certification).
• Coordinate the implementation of (digital) sustainability initiatives and projects across team and other internal enablement functional teams (e.g. HR, Finance, Workplace Services, etc.)
• Manage relationships with vendors and advisors to ensure timely and effective delivery of services.

• Develop and implement better end-to-end processes and ways of working to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the Sustainability team to realize deliverables.
• Team up with team and other internal enablement functions to improve compliance processes around relevant regulations and standards, including CSRD and ISO certifications.
• Identify areas for improvement and recommend solutions to streamline operations.

• Lead and manage smaller sustainability initiatives from inception to completion.
• Develop project plans, set timelines, and monitor progress to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Coordinate with internal teams and stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
• Drive successful and sustainable change in the organization.

• Oversee the daily operations of the Sustainability team, including budget management, team meetings and communications, and administrative tasks.
• Monitor and report on the team's performance and progress towards sustainability goals.
• Drive initiatives that enhance team collaboration.

• Work closely with internal functions to support the development of activities that decrease environmental impact and improve social and governance measures.
• Communicate sustainability initiatives and progress to internal and external stakeholders.

Skills and attributes for success

• You are creative, curious, and a team player
• You get motivated by making a difference and creating an impact
• You can lead and motivate a team to give their best
• You are a strategic thinker and have excellent planning skills
• You are a strong communicator and have experience navigating complex stakeholder constellations
• You are a problem-solver and enable decision making that give rise to better results
• You can adapt easily to challenging situations and are flexible in your approach

Technical Skills:

• Business Case Development
• Project and Program Definition and Governance
• Value Chain Impact Assessment and Measurement
• ESG & Risk Opportunity Identification
• Sustainability Reporting
• ESG Roadmap and Strategy Implementation

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in sustainability, operations management, or project management.
• Strong understanding of sustainability principles, CSRD responsibilities, and ISO certifications.
• Proven experience in process improvement and project management.
• Excellent organizational, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and external vendors.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in English

It would help if you also have:

• Experience in budget management and financial reporting.
• Professional certifications in sustainability or project management (e.g., LEED, PMP).
• Experience with digital sustainability initiatives or tools / digital ways of working

What working at EY offers

At EY, we believe the future of technology careers is yours to build. You’ll harness technology to power human enterprise, at the same time creating a tech career that’s personalized for you, by you. You’ll be working with world-leading organizations and collaborating in global teams, solving the world’s toughest challenges together, with the freedom to explore new ideas and devise your own solutions.

Transforming businesses around the world - from the most unstoppable entrepreneurs to the largest multinational companies. You’ll have the chance to learn from industry experts in fields as diverse as AI, robotics, analytics, blockchain and beyond, expanding your horizons as you move through your career. Every day, you’ll be building your tech skill set while learning about business strategy, creating an unparalleled portfolio of career experiences.

About EY

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction, and advisory services, we’re using the finance products, expertise, and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities, and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. And with a commitment to hiring and developing the most passionate people, we’ll make our ambition to be the best employer.

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

Join us in building a better working world.

Apply now

Please submit your CV ASAP. If you have any questions or need more information, please do not hesitate to contact Susanne Zwaan-Ritskes at [email protected]

Applications close on January 31st 2025.

At EY we celebrate differences and support it. Our employees bring their authentic selves to work every day. We promote diversity of thought, culture and background, and are committed to creating an inclusive EY environment for all employees. EY is an equal opportunity employer for employees and applicants. EY encourages applications from all backgrounds related to gender, age, ethnicity, culture, race, religion and belief, nationality, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity.

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