Senior Sustainability Reporting / Compliance Manager
Senior Sustainability Reporting / Compliance Manager
Location: Perth preferred; open to Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane
Experience Level: 8+ years (Manager / Senior Manager equivalent)
Industry: Sustainability, ESG Strategy, Reporting & Compliance
About the Opportunity
A rapidly growing ESG advisory and consulting firm is seeking an experienced Sustainability Reporting or Sustainability Compliance professional to join their expanding national team. This is a rare opportunity to join a values-driven business that partners with ASX-listed companies, major infrastructure players, and high-growth organisations to deliver practical, industry‑leading ESG outcomes.
With strong investment behind the business and year‑on‑year growth, the firm is scaling quickly and looking to bring in a senior practitioner who can help shape reporting frameworks, lead client engagements, and strengthen the firm's capabilities across climate risk, sustainability disclosures, and regulatory compliance.
Why This Role Is Attractive
High‑growth advisory business
You'll be joining a firm that is rapidly expanding across Australia and known for its deep technical expertise in ESG, climate strategy, and sustainability reporting.
Purpose‑driven work
The company supports clients in accelerating their sustainability maturity, driving genuine impact rather than just ticking compliance boxes.
Strong client portfolio
Work closely with leading organisations across infrastructure, resources, financial services, property, and emerging technology sectors.
Thought‑leadership environment
Be part of a team recognised for shaping ESG strategy and compliance trends across ANZ-your work will influence the next wave of corporate sustainability.
Flexible location
While Perth is preferred, the role is open to senior candidates in Sydney, Melbourne, or Brisbane.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead ESG and sustainability reporting engagements for major clients, including compliance with emerging Australian and international disclosure requirements.
- Oversee development of sustainability frameworks, materiality assessments, and assurance‑ready reporting structures.
- Advise clients on climate‑related risks, transition planning, scenario analysis, and broader sustainability compliance obligations.
- Mentor and develop junior team members while contributing to internal capability building.
- Engage directly with executive‑level stakeholders and boards to guide them through regulatory changes and best‑practice reporting expectations.
- Drive thought leadership through whitepapers, client seminars, and industry presentations.
About You
- 8+ years experience in sustainability reporting, ESG assurance, climate risk, or sustainability compliance.
- Ideally from a Big 4 consulting environment, or another reputable advisory, audit, or corporate sustainability team.
- Strong knowledge of ESG reporting frameworks such as ISSB/IFRS S1 & S2, TCFD, GRI, ERRT, or other relevant standards.
- Ability to manage complex projects and confidently engage senior stakeholders.
- Proven experience leading teams, delivering ESG reporting programs, and driving commercial outcomes.
- Excellent communication, analytical and client advisory skills.
What's on Offer
- Competitive remuneration package + performance‑based incentives
- Career advancement within a business experiencing rapid national growth
- Opportunity to influence ESG strategy and compliance across multiple industries
- Supportive, collaborative leadership team that encourages innovation and autonomy
- Work on high‑impact sustainability transformation projects with market‑leading clients
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