Position Purpose The ESG & Sustainability Manager is responsible for leading and continuously improving TAIT's global Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) and corporate sustainability program. This role drives sustainability strategy, ESG reporting, carbon accounting, environmental compliance, and sustainability performance initiatives across a global organization.
Working closely with the Principal, Sustainability & ESG and senior business leaders, the ESG & Sustainability Manager will oversee greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reporting, sustainability disclosures, environmental data management, and compliance with evolving sustainability regulations and reporting frameworks. This individual will partner cross-functionally to embed sustainable business practices, reduce environmental impact, support net-zero and climate objectives, and drive measurable improvements in environmental performance.
The ideal candidate brings expertise in ESG reporting, sustainability analytics, carbon footprint management, Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions accounting, sustainability regulations, and stakeholder engagement within a complex global business environment.
Responsibilities - Lead the collection, validation, and reporting of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions data across Scopes 1, 2, and 3, delivering TAIT's annual carbon footprint and supporting decarbonization initiatives.
- Own and continuously improve carbon accounting methodologies, ESG data management processes, reporting controls, and sustainability governance practices to ensure accuracy, consistency, and audit readiness.
- Lead the preparation and submission of sustainability disclosures, ESG reports, SECR reporting, and support external assurance and verification activities.
- Develop dashboards, executive presentations, sustainability analytics, and ESG performance reports that communicate progress against environmental goals and key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Partner with business functions to identify opportunities to reduce environmental impact, improve resource efficiency, support sustainable operations, and achieve sustainability objectives.
- Monitor emerging sustainability regulations, ESG disclosure requirements, reporting frameworks, climate-related risks, and industry best practices to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.
- Support regulatory reporting requirements including CBAM, ESOS, CSRD, CB261, and other emerging sustainability and ESG disclosure obligations.
- Manage sustainability improvement projects from planning through implementation, ensuring delivery against agreed objectives, timelines, and budgets where applicable
- Identify opportunities for operational improvements and recommend initiatives that enhance environmental performance while supporting business objectives
- Mentor and provide guidance to on-site sustainability team members and cross-functional project teams as appropriate
- Undertake additional sustainability and ESG initiatives as required.
Position Requirements - 5+ years of progressive experience in corporate sustainability, ESG, environmental management, or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience leading sustainability programs and cross-functional projects.
- Strong knowledge of greenhouse gas accounting, sustainability reporting standards, and ESG frameworks.
- Proven experience delivering corporate sustainability reporting and managing complex environmental datasets.
- Experience influencing stakeholders across multiple business functions and geographic regions.
- Proficiency in Power BI, Excel, ERP systems, and data analysis tools.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and project management skills.
- Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
TAIT Benefits: - Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions (HDHP plans)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical & Dependent Care)
- Employer-paid life insurance with optional supplemental coverage
- Employer-paid Short-term with optional long-term disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid parental leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Wellness stipends
- Voluntary benefits (e.g., accident, critical illness)
- Paid vacation and 12 holidays
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