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At EY, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we're counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even b

At EY, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we're counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. Assistant Manager - Sustainability Lead India Assistant Manager Under the guidance of Assistant Director - ESG India Lead, the Assistant Manager Sustainability is responsible for driving, overseeing environmental, social, corporate governance policies and procedures, as well as reviewing transactions to be socially responsible, environmentally sustainable and comply with safeguarding policies. The opportunity Assistant Manager Sustainability role will be responsible for following policies and implementing initiatives to reduce carbon emission and environmentally sustainable solutions across GDS India towards attaining the overall EY GDS goal to become Carbon net zero by 2025. The role should be capable enough to discover opportunities for improving conditions and execute various environmental programs. The ability to communicate guidelines to a multidisciplinary workforce is essential. Your key responsibilities Support Workplace Enablement Services Center of Excellence team to understand, evaluate the broader value on environmental impacts and drive outcomes associated with their Services, operations, programs and projects. Responsible to manage and report carbon footprint handled by GDS India Workplace Enablement Services to the Global Sustainability team and Leadership. Align to EY GDS Sustainability goals and implement, run initiatives across GDS India to help drive purposeful growth and create long-term value for our stakeholders targeting to achieve net zero in 2025. Work closely with GDS Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability team, represent for Workplace Enablement Services to contribute towards organisation led CR and sustainability initiatives. Report and publish ESG metrics to ESG Lead India and WES Leadership. Drive sustainable transformational identified initiatives, strive towards green & circular economy model for Workplace Enablement Services. Develop a robust Waste management process and implement across GDS India with an ambition to achieve Zero landfill from EY GDS India. Ensure EY GDS India meets its statutory obligations in all areas pertaining to Environmental Sustainability at work and also during business operations. Coordinate with respective WES Center POCs across GDS India to collate reports, impart necessary training, implement identified initiatives. Responsible for team building and development across centres. Demonstrate leadership and inculcate EY values and culture in the team. Skills and attributes for success This role entails analysing Risks, environmental impact and taking decisions on increasing the efficiency of safety of Employees / Assets. Demonstrate integrity, values and hold high moral grounds Strong verbal and written communication, active listening and interpretation skills Manage stakeholders, including leaders, vendors and build strong relationships Strong influencing abilities Ability to manage conflict and resolutions Liaison with local law enforcement agencies and government agencies, government regulatory agencies and private industrial security counterparts as and when required To qualify for the role, you must have Graduate degree in sustainability/environment or engineering (chemical/mechanical/civil) from reputed institutes in India or similar experience with a focus on environment, sustainability and climate change issues 5-7 years of managerial experience, with minimum 3 years of experience in managing similar role in comparable organisations, with sound knowledge & experience, in workplace services domain. Knowledge of, and experience in preparing sustainability reports and strategies, such as undertaking materiality assessments, peer benchmarking, stakeholder engagement activities and preparation of internal and external reporting Practical experience in sustainable procurement, change management and sustainability strategy development Ideally, you'll also have Experience in working in large matrixed organizations Ability to function in a rapidly changing, heavily matrixed and often virtual environment Ability to prioritize, drive and adapt to change quickly in a fast-paced environment Culturally sensitivity and be capable of handling interactions with a 'global mindset' To Coach/mentor team members in a cross-functional environment What we look for Strategic thinker ability to look at the bigger picture and can partner with key stakeholders to drive the direction of the business Ability to use a strategic, solution-oriented approach to creating interest in our unique value proposition with senior level executives What we offer EY Global Delivery Services (GDS) is a dynamic and truly global delivery network. We work across six locations - Argentina, China, India, the Philippines, Poland and the UK - and with teams from all EY service lines, geographies and sectors, playing a vital role in the delivery of the EY growth strategy. From accountants to coders to advisory consultants, we offer a wide variety of fulfilling career opportunities that span all business disciplines. In GDS, you will collaborate with EY teams on exciting projects and work with well-known brands from across the globe. We'll introduce you to an ever-expanding ecosystem of people, learning, skills and insights that will stay with you throughout your career. Continuous learning: You'll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. Success as defined by you: We'll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. Transformative leadership: We'll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. Diverse and inclusive culture: You'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. EY | Building a better working world EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets. Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate. Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.