Job descriptionThe Director, Sustainability Disclosure & Reporting will lead IREN's sustainability disclosure program, including the company's mandatory and voluntary reporting. The role owns IREN's sustainability reporting end to end, including methodology, assurance readiness and relationships with external reporting frameworks.
Job requirements- Typically 10-15 years of experience in sustainability / climate reporting, or a related field including direct experience writing external-facing reports for mandatory or voluntary reporting purposes. Big 4 Accounting Firm sustainability or Management Consulting sustainability experience is a plus. Level of appointment will reflect depth of experience.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a strong track record of report and narrative writing for external audiences of diverse backgrounds.
- Working knowledge of the legal, financial, and commercial considerations relevant to public disclosures, ideally including exposure to public company reporting environments.
- Deep knowledge of sustainability frameworks including IFRS S2 / ISSB-aligned disclosure and the GHG Protocol.
- Experience managing external assurance engagements for sustainability or financial disclosures, including responding to auditor challenge, maintaining supporting working papers, and resolving findings through to close.
- Strong understanding of reporting controls and documentation practices, including maintaining audit-ready evidence and appropriate segregation between preparation and review of reported data.
- Experience directing analysts or shared-service data teams, including through dotted-line or matrixed reporting arrangements.
- Experience navigating voluntary and third-party sustainability reporting frameworks.
- Bachelor's degree required; MBA or Masters in Sustainability or similar a plus.
Job responsibilities - Owning delivery of IREN's sustainability disclosures and reports, including narrative development, design coordination, and production of the final published report.
- Owning the annual AASB S2 / IFRS S2 statutory climate disclosure cycle: workplan, the climate risk and opportunity assessment with the Risk function, drafting, methodology, basis of preparation, significant judgements, and committee papers through to board sign-off.
- Managing the external assurance relationship day-to-day and leading the assurance step-up as scope expands; operating quarterly close controls with Financial Reporting.
- Owning the emissions inventory methodology, including emission factors, boundaries, and recalculation policy.
- Leading engagement with relevant third-party reporting frameworks and voluntary sustainability organizations, managing submissions and ongoing relationships.
- Partnering closely with Legal, Finance, and Commercial teams to ensure disclosures are accurate, defensible, and aligned with legal, financial, and commercial requirements, including public company disclosure considerations.
- Supporting the Head of Sustainability on external engagement.
- Providing senior review and guidance on writing and disclosure content produced by other members of the sustainability team and broader organization.
- Providing day-to-day direction to customer-facing disclosure work, ensuring customer reporting and ratings responses draw on the same approved content as IREN's published reports.
- Building repeatable reporting processes, calendars, and documentation so that each reporting cycle is faster, better controlled, and audit-ready.
- Setting the standard for how IREN describes its sustainability program and commitments publicly, with every statement supported by evidence.
Job benefits The IREN Package
At IREN, we offer a highly competitive compensation package that includes base salary, annual performance incentives, and opportunities to build long-term wealth through equity programs. These offerings are part of our broader Total Rewards package, thoughtfully designed to support your health, well-being, and long-term success.
Compensation
- Annual compensation range of $180 - 266k. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and market data for the region.
- Total Compensation package may be inclusive of short-term and long-term incentives.
- Relocation (as applicable and based on successful candidate circumstances)
Health & Wellness
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage - 100% company paid for employees, 75% company paid coverage for dependents
- Company-paid life and disability insurance
- Voluntary life, critical illness, and accident coverage available
- Health Savings Accounts (HSA) - when combined with the High-Deductible Health Plan
- Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources
Financial Well-Being
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Financial wellness tools and resources
Time Off & Flexibility
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
- Flexible work arrangements
Growth & Development
- Opportunities for advancement and internal mobility
- Training and personal development opportunities
Lifestyle & Culture
- Company events and team-building activities
We value diverse perspectives and believe that skills can be developed. If you're passionate about this role, we want to hear from you - whether you meet every criteria or not. Your unique experiences might be exactly what we need!
