[Hiring] Global ESG Manager @Kelvion Holding

Role Description

To strengthen our team, we are looking for a full-time, permanent Global ESG Manager (m/f/d).

• Strategic development and implementation of a global ESG strategy in line with corporate objectives and industry best practices
• Leadership and coordination of the global ESG committee as well as embedding ESG priorities into business decisions and operational processes
• Management of climate-related initiatives, particularly the reduction of Scope 1, Scope 2 and Scope 3 emissions
• Responsibility for alignment with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and for climate transition planning
• Management of customer-driven requirements in the area of decarbonization and sustainability
• Definition and implementation of ESG standards for suppliers as well as corresponding audit processes
• Execution of human rights risk analyses along the value chain
• Ensuring alignment with current and upcoming regulatory requirements, particularly in connection with the EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive / CSDDD
• Responsibility for ESG reporting and disclosure requirements, e.g. CSRD and UN Global Compact
• Ensuring data quality, consistency and transparency across ESG systems and tools
• Managing compliance with ESG ratings and standards, e.g. EcoVadis
• Acting as the central ESG contact for PE owners, investors, rating agencies, regulatory authorities and internal stakeholders
• Preparing ESG-related materials for board meetings, roadshows and investor communications
• Strengthening Kelvion’s ESG equity story with regard to a potential IPO or sale
• Monitoring ESG KPIs and performance metrics as well as benchmarking against competitors
• Identifying improvement potential and fostering innovation as well as ESG capabilities across the entire organization

Qualifications

• Completed degree in sustainability, environmental sciences, business administration or a related field; an advanced university degree is desirable
• More than 10 years of professional experience in ESG, sustainability or related fields
• Proven track record in leading global ESG or transformation initiatives
• Experience in complex, international matrix organizations
• Strong knowledge of ESG frameworks, reporting standards and regulatory requirements
• Very good knowledge of relevant ESG standards and ratings, e.g. CSRD, UN Global Compact, EcoVadis, MSCI, Sustainalytics, ISS or S&P CSA
• Strong strategic and analytical mindset as well as the ability to translate ESG topics into business-relevant actions
• Excellent stakeholder management skills and strong influencing capabilities across different hierarchy levels, functions and cultures
• Experience in leading change programs and building global ESG communities
• High level of ownership, execution strength and sense of responsibility
• Excellent communication skills as well as a collaborative, structured and impact-oriented leadership style
• Very good written and spoken German and English skills

Benefits

• Flexible working approach prioritizing employee health and satisfaction
• Encouragement for personal development and career opportunities
• Support for creativity and recognition of contributions