Senior Sustainability Advisor
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Sustainability AdvisorLevel: Senior Manager (US)BackgroundAre you passionate and experienced in working on challenging projects in carbon emissions modeling, sustainability/ESG reporting, sustainable supply chain and circular business models? Do you like to identify opportunities for transformation and drive change? Are you passionate about technology and enabling ESG transformation using technology?We have an opportunity on our US based Sustainability team to support North American Market. You will be a member of Cognizant's rapidly growing Sustainability Practice, identifying sustainability opportunities at Fortune 500 companies and participating in impactful projects.We are looking for an energetic individual with a focus on quality, detail and delivering value to our clients.Responsibilities* Strategic and Subject Matter Expertise: Provide clients with expertise in strategic, technical, and reporting aspects of various climate challenges, including decarbonization, risk management, emissions measurement, Life cycle analysis (LCA), Circular economy and reporting. Ability to advise or conduct Climate Impact Assessment or Nature Impact Assessment* Collaboration and Influence: Work closely with partners, senior managers, and clients to shape strategy, balance risk, and meet client expectations. Partake in business and data strategy projects as the sustainability expert, examining key potential sustainability strategies and opportunities across an array of client sustainability program maturity levels. This will require adaptability and an ability to identify with the client where they stand to set an attainable sustainability roadmap. Encourage forward thinking solutions and a collaborative communication environment to achieve business buy in* Project Management Excellence: Demonstrate strong transformation execution skills to govern ESG program or manage change with influence. Demonstrate the ability to coordinate multiple workstreams, produce high-quality deliverables, manage client relationships, and foster a high-performance team culture.* Consulting Mindset and Relationship building: Possess the ability to solve complex client problems through research and data analysis, synthesize insights to guide executive decisions, and communicate effectively with senior leaders. Ensure the engagement team comprehends the unique needs, ambitions, and expectations of our clients. Develop strong relationships with colleagues across multiple service lines to deliver a seamless, integrated service.* Business Development: Assist in generating new business opportunities, building industry networks, and fostering relationships with a focus on climate change and decarbonization agendas. Support internal business development and sales teams in formulating the value propositions around carbon emissions reduction and in lead generation. Partner with sustainability team to create accelerators and high value reusable assets (e.g. content, thought leadership) that Cognizant can bring to client engagement, such as comprehensive GHG emissions models, ESG transformation framework etc.Qualifications* >7 years professional experience working in the sustainability space with large corporations* BS or MS in a scientific, mathematical or engineering subject with focus on sustainability* Sustainability experience with topics such as climate change megatrends, net-zero decarbonization strategies, GHG inventory plans, and data management, TCFD, climate disclosures, renewable energy, scope 3 supply chain decarbonization strategies, and carbon offsets/markets* Good acumen and point of views on upcoming regulation like CSRD, California climate disclosure etc. to advise clients on requirements and set them ready for compliance* Experience with CSO sustainability reporting frameworks (such as GRI, SASB, TCFD etc.)* Knowledge on Nature impact assessment and framework like SBTN, TNFD etc.* Exposure or Experience on any emission data management platforms such as Microsoft sustainability manager, Salesforce Net zero cloud, IBM Envizi, or Workiva reporting will be an added benefit* Previous experience in a consulting or advisory role* Client focused, detail-oriented, organized and independent thinker that follows trends in sustainability legislation, industry and innovation* Exceptional listening, written and verbal communication skills across organizational levels* Travel needs: 50%The Cognizant community:We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.* Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.* We don't just dream of a better way - we make it happen.* We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what's right.* We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that's right for you.About us:Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World's Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.comOur commitment to diversity and inclusion:Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity and values inclusion. We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted and welcome. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.Disclaimer:Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.