General Manager – Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG)

Why Should You Apply For The Job:

1. Be part of a dynamic team driving economic growth in Sarawak, contributing to impactful infrastructure projects and regional development.
2. Explore exciting roles in a reputable company known for its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and fostering talent in a thriving business environment.

 

About The Company:

1. Our client is a leading conglomerate listed on the Main Market of Bursa Malaysia and is a major private-sector player in Sarawak.
2. Their portfolio spans to over more than 30 companies, including cement and phosphate manufacturing, property development, construction, trading, green technology, oil tools, trading, telco infrastructure and financial services.

 

Job Purpose: Responsible for developing and implementing strategies to integrate ESG principles into organization’s operations and decision-making processes.

 

Key Responsibilities:

1. Support and execute comprehensive ESG strategies aligned with the organization’s values, goals, and industry best practices.
2. Identify and prioritize key ESG issues relevant to the business operations and industry sector.
3. Support the development of ESG performance metrics, targets, and reporting mechanisms to track progress and ensure accountability.
4. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate ESG considerations into business processes, product development, and supply chain management.
5. Support ESG risk assessments and provide guidance on mitigating risks and maximizing opportunities for positive impact.
6. Engage with investors, analysts, customers, and other stakeholders to communicate our ESG initiatives and performance effectively.
7. Cultivate partnerships with external organizations, NGOs, and industry peers to advance collective ESG goals and drive innovation.
8. Provide mentorship to internal teams, fostering a culture of sustainability, social responsibility, and ethical governance.
9. Project manage cross-teams to run ESG initiatives, which includes support and lead projects within the ESG space amongst others driving internal projects and delivering internal ESG KPIs.
10. Track, monitor and communicate progress via data records, presentations, or communications.

 

Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as environmental science, sustainability, business management, or a related discipline. Advanced degree preferred.
2. Minimum of 15years of experience in ESG management, corporate sustainability, or related fields, with a proven track record of success.
3. Deep knowledge of ESG frameworks, standards, and reporting guidelines, with strong affinity for sustainability’s purpose, and a self-starter keen to embark and deliver new projects that may challenge the status quo of internal operations.
4. A team player, with strong interpersonal, communication and analytical skills to convince peers and other stakeholders on the importance of ESG initiatives in their operations and work. Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex data and trends related to environmental, social, and governance issues.
5. Excellent project management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks, manage timelines, and drive initiatives to completion.
6. Familiarity with relevant regulations, legislation, and industry initiatives related to ESG disclosure and reporting.
7. Passion for sustainability, social impact, and corporate responsibility, with a commitment to driving positive change within organizations and society, and familiar with the United Nations Sustainable Development Group (UNSDG) goals.

 

** This role is only open for Malaysian Citizens.

 

If you think it is a match for your experience and interests please apply today – we are eager to learn more about you! Kindly send your latest CV to our consultant, Gina at gina.koh@peoplelake.asia or WhatsApp at 016-6948780 for more information.