At PwC, our people in sustainability focus on integrating environmental, social, economic, and governance considerations into business strategies and operations. They provide guidance and support to organisations by managing sustainability risks, identifying opportunities, and driving positive social and environmental impact. As a sustainability generalist at PwC, you will utilise your skills and experience across environmental, social, governance (ESG) topics and sustainability more broadly. You will analyse client needs and provide consulting services across different areas in the sustainability lifecycle, including strategy, transformation, and reporting.

Focused on relationships, you are building meaningful client connections, and learning how to manage and inspire others. Navigating increasingly complex situations, you are growing your personal brand, deepening technical expertise and awareness of your strengths. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, and to deliver quality. Embracing increased ambiguity, you are comfortable when the path forward isn’t clear, you ask questions, and you use these moments as opportunities to grow.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Respond effectively to the diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.

• Use a broad range of tools, methodologies and techniques to generate new ideas and solve problems.

• Use critical thinking to break down complex concepts.

• Understand the broader objectives of your project or role and how your work fits into the overall strategy.

• Develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing.

• Use reflection to develop self awareness, enhance strengths and address development areas.

• Interpret data to inform insights and recommendations.

• Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

The Opportunity

As part of the Sustainability team, you will play a pivotal role in helping clients measure and reduce their energy, water, waste and emissions, set ambitious sustainability targets, and build comprehensive decarbonization roadmaps. Your expertise will be instrumental in improving product sustainability and establishing enhanced data and technology capabilities to support both internal sustainability programs and external reporting needs. As a Senior Associate, you will lead complex projects, leveraging your knowledge to deliver impactful results and foster trusted client relationships to drive success across teams.

Responsibilities

- Support various business development efforts to help generate a pipeline of opportunities

- Develop and implement strategies to achieve reduction targets

- Develop and implement technology solutions that enhance clients' sustainability data management and reporting capabilities

- Support clients in establishing improved data and technology frameworks to drive internal sustainability programs and meet external reporting requirements

- Mentor and coach teams to address complex sustainability challenges and promote innovation in sustainability strategies

- Effectively plan and manage complex client engagements, developing trusted client relationships and guiding teams to successful delivery.

- Stay informed on the latest sustainability trends and technologies to provide cutting-edge advice and solutions to clients

What You Must Have

- Bachelor's Degree

- 3 years of experience working in sustainability consulting, corporate sustainability, or sustainability strategy

What Sets You Apart

- Master of Business Administration in Sustainable Resource Management, Organizational Management, Finance, Business Administration/Management, Economics, Public Policy Analysis, Risk Management, Environmental Science, Supply Chain Management, or Engineering preferred

- Certification(s) Preferred: GRI or ESRS Accredited Sustainability Professional, IFRS – FSA Credential, Experience with ISO 14001, LEED, B Corp, or ESG verification frameworks

- Demonstrating success in sustainability and non-financial reporting

- Understanding emerging sustainability-related regulations globally

- Engaging with stakeholders to drive sustainability initiatives

- Proficiency in data visualization for sustainability strategies

- Writing and presenting to industry audiences and clients

- Contributing to a positive working environment

- Experience with GHG Protocol, carbon foot printing, or climate risk modeling

Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work

PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.

As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law. 

For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws.  At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.



The salary range for this position is: $77,000 - $202,000, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. For roles that are based in Maryland, this is the listed salary range for this position. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance