Manager, ESG Advisory

About REEF and Role Overview

REEF, a subsidiary of Red Sea Global, specializes in environmental advisory services with a focus on enhancing mangrove plantations, coral conservation, and comprehensive environmental baseline assessments. Committed to science-driven and responsible development, REEF promotes sustainability through innovative restoration methods that serve nature and local communities. We invite seasoned professionals passionate about sustainable environmental practices to join us at our pioneering destinations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the creation of ESG and sustainability strategies, governance models, and execution plans.
• Perform ESG evaluations including benchmarking, materiality studies, and gap analysis to assist clients.
• Offer expert advice on ESG risks, opportunities, regulatory compliance, and incorporate industry-leading practices.
• Advise organizations on embedding ESG factors within their operational decisions.
• Oversee sustainability reporting projects aligned with established frameworks such as GRI, ISSB, SASB, TCFD, and CSRD/ESRS.
• Design ESG disclosure approaches and readiness assessments for reporting.
• Set up ESG data governance systems, KPIs, and reporting tools.
• Coordinate stakeholder involvement and verify data quality for disclosures.
• Assist in climate-related risk evaluations and develop decarbonization and transition strategies.
• Monitor ESG performance metrics and suggest continuous improvements.
• Oversee multiple consulting projects from initiation through delivery, including workshops and executive presentations.
• Lead cross-functional teams ensuring top-quality outcomes; contribute to business growth and client relations.
• Remain current on ESG regulations and industry developments; contribute to internal ESG frameworks and service enhancements.
• Mentor junior staff and foster their professional growth.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Business, Finance, Engineering, Public Policy, or related disciplines; Master’s preferred.
• 8 to 10 years of professional experience in ESG, sustainability consulting, strategy development, or similar fields.
• Track record in leading ESG strategies, materiality assessments, sustainability reporting, and implementation initiatives.
• Proficient in managing client projects and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong skills in analysis, report writing, presentations, and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience in Saudi Arabia or the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region highly desirable.
• Familiarity with Saudi Vision 2030, Saudi Green Initiative, and Public Investment Fund (PIF) ESG priorities is beneficial.
• Exposure to ESG data management platforms, Power BI, carbon accounting, and sustainability technologies is advantageous.
• Arabic language skills considered a plus.

Preferred Certifications

• GRI Certified Sustainability Professional
• CFA ESG Certificate
• SASB Fundamentals of Sustainability Accounting (FSA) Credential
• IFRS Sustainability/ISSB Certification
• LEED AP, WELL AP, or Mostadam AP credentials
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification