Job Description

Job Locations CA-ON-Greater Toronto Area | CA-BC-Vancouver | CA-AB-Calgary

Posted Date 15 hours ago(10/18/2022 10:23 AM)

Job ID 2022-19030

# Positions 1

Job Type Full Time

Years of Experience 5

Job Industry Accounting and Auditing Services, Business and Professional Services, Management Consulting

Putting people first, every day

BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award-winning environment that fosters a with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.

Your opportunity

Our ESG Services team is looking for a Climate Manager to join BDO's ESG team to support the delivery of climate strategy development, decarbonization planning and implementation, and GHG reporting services to clients across a range of industries.

Our growing ESG practice provides a range of advisory services to clients in both the private and public sectors. Core services include sustainability and ESG strategy and reporting, risk assessments, climate change strategy development and ESG program enablement. This position can be filled from anywhere in Canada.

• Manage clients with quantification of climate-related impacts, target-setting and decarbonization opportunities.
• Manage the development of climate-related risk reduction and remediation strategies and performance monitoring
• Develop ESG programs in-line with the requirements of TCFD framework requirements and other leading ESG frameworks (SASB, GRI, etc.)
• Quantify Scope 1, Scope 2 & Scope 3 emissions in line with greenhouse gas (GHG) protocols
• Manage the development of informative, compelling and persuasive client-facing project deliverables, presentations and collateral materials using your command of publishing resources (including but not limited to Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Support client relationships and business development initiatives such as leading proposals, identifying new target clients, and develop ESG-related "go to market" strategies

How do we define success for your role?

• You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspect of your work: Integrity, Respect and Collaboration
• You understand your client's industry, challenges, and opportunities; clients describe you as positive, professional, and delivering high quality work
• You identify, recommend, and are focused on effective service delivery to your clients
• You share in an inclusive and engaging work environment that develops, retains & attracts talent
• You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace
• You grow your expertise through learning and professional development.

Your experience and education

• A minimum of 5 years of relevant applied climate and ESG experience in industry and/or consulting
• A Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, Sustainability or Business is preferred
• Experience in enabling ESG programs in-line with TCFD and other leading ESG frameworks (GRI & SASB)
• Experience in providing decarbonization advisory services aligned with Science-based Targets, Net Zero strategies, and quantification of GHG Scope1, 2 and 3 emissions
• Experience with GHG quantification frameworks
• Advisory and/or assurance experience associated with sustainability, environmental and/or greenhouse gas reporting considered an asset
• Understanding of setting organizational boundaries (i.e., Consolidation Approaches - Equity Share, Financial Control, Operational Control)
• Understanding of climate change related risks and opportunities, including TCFD scenario analysis
• Understanding of emissions reporting in accordance with global sustainability reporting frameworks (i.e., SASB, GRI, TCFD, UN SDGs etc.)
• The ability to analyze new and emerging trends in the business, risk, and environment, social and governance (ESG) landscape
• Ability to work in a fast-paced professional environment
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to work on multiple or complex projects simultaneously
• Excellent client service skills with the ability to maintain strong client relationships
• Bilingual in English and French is considered an asset

Why BDO?

Our people-first approach to talent has earned us a spot among . This recognition is a milestone we're thrilled to add to our collection of awards for both experienced and student talent experiences.

Our firm is committed to providing an environment where you can be successful in the following ways:

• We enable you to engage with how we change and evolve, being a key contributor to the success and growth of BDO in Canada.
• We help you become a better professional within our services, industries, and markets with extensive opportunities for learning and development.
• We support your achievement of personal goals outside of the office and making an impact on your community.

Giving back adds up: Where company meets community. BDO is actively involved in our communities by supporting local charity initiatives. We support staff with local and national events where you will be given the opportunity to contribute to your community.

Total rewards that matter: We pay for performance with competitive total cash compensation that recognizes and rewards your contribution. We provide flexible benefits from day one, and a market-leading personal time off policy. We're committed to supporting your overall wellness beyond working hours, and provide reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle.

Everyone counts: We believe every employee should have the opportunity to participate and succeed without barriers. Through leadership by our Chief Inclusion, Equity and Diversity Officer, we are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, equity, and diversity. We recognize and celebrate the valuable differences among each of us, including race, religious beliefs, physical or mental disabilities, age, place of origin, marital status, family status, gender or gender identity and sexual orientation. If you require accommodation to complete the application process, .

Hybrid new normal: As a hybrid workplace, all BDO personnel are expected to spend some of their time working in the office, at the client site, and remotely unless accommodations or alternative work arrangements are in place. To protect the health and safety of our people, clients, and communities, we may require all partners and employees to be COVID-19 fully vaccinated in order to enter a BDO office. Individuals that cannot be fully vaccinated with a Health Canada approved vaccine due to medical reasons or another protected ground under Human Rights legislation may request an accommodation.

Ready to make your mark at BDO? Click "Apply now" to send your up-to-date resume to one of our Talent Acquisition Specialists.

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