Job description

Manager- Sustainability and Climate Risk Audit (105046)

Locations:  London CSQ

The KPMG Audit function is a cornerstone of our business. We do work that matters to our local business and communities – supporting investment and economic growth across the London.  

KPMG is one of the world's largest and most respected consultancy businesses, we've supported the UK through times of war and peace, prosperity and recession, political and regulatory upheaval. We've proudly stood beside the institutions and businesses which make the UK what it is.

Sustainability and Climate Risk team was established in response to the unprecedented raft of regulation impacting the industry. In response to the increased regulatory focus on sustainability and climate related matters, we are looking to expand the team to increase coverage on this critical topic.

Why join KPMG in Sustainability and Climate Risk?

Are you looking for an exciting career at the cutting edge of KPMG’s response to the global agenda on sustainability and climate change? Do you want to work in a lively and energetic environment where you will have the opportunity to shape some of the most significant structural shifts the world has ever seen with a range of clients?

KPMG’s Sustainability and Climate Risk team aims to lead the market in providing pragmatic and insightful intelligence to KPMG clients and enable them to respond to and manage  these matters.

What will you be doing?

• Developing guidance, communications and training relating to IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards and/or European Sustainability Reporting Standards
• Supporting the UK ESRS working group, participating in technical discussions
• Effectively collaborating with DPP, ESG Assurance and ESG Reporting to address cross-cutting issues
• Be at the forefront of interpreting and applying IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards and/or European Sustainability Reporting Standards
• Supporting DPP to respond to technical consultations and informal queries from different KPMG service lines

What will you need to do it?

• ACA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent
• Proven technical competence in driving quality with strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Proven experience applying knowledge of sustainability reporting frameworks
• Proven experience of preparing formal communications and materials for internal or external purpose
• A strong passion for sustainability and climate change related matters
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills with a wide range of individuals both internally and externally

Additional skills we’d love to see.

• Experience of identifying, researching, and answering complex questions
• Willingness and demonstrated experience in quickly and effectively climbing learning curves
• Comfortable working with uncertainty in an evolving field.
• Focus on delivering high-quality work while maintaining excellent attention to detail
• Ability to manage varied and complex tasks, resilient attitude towards conflicting priorities and challenges
• Contribution to the development of materials, tools and methodologies to support our climate risk proposition for use in client meetings, engagements, events, and broader thought leadership.

To discuss this or wider Sustainability and Climate Risk roles with our recruitment team, all you need to do is apply, create a profile, upload your CV and begin to make your mark with KPMG.

Where will you be working?

Audit at KPMG is wide ranging, and we cover the entire UK.  Our London region has core hub in:

• London CSQ

With 20 sites across the UK, you will be working from a KPMG office, client site and some flexible working, and part-time options. If you have a need for flexibility, please register and discuss this with our team.

Find out more:

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• Audit at KPMG: www.kpmgcareers.co.uk/experienced-professional/audit/
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• KPMG Workability and Disability confidence: www.kpmgcareers.co.uk/experienced-professional/applying-to-kpmg/need-support-let-us-know/

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