ESG & Sustainability Assurance Assistant Manager – Career Progression

Job Title: ESG & Sustainability Assurance Assistant Manager – Career Progression Sector: Professional Services Location: Dublin (Hybrid) Salary: €60,000 - €65,000 plus benefits Our Client Our client is a highly regarded professional services firm in Dublin seeking to appoint an ambitious qualified accountant to its growing Sustainability Assurance team. Why should you apply? This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant with an audit background to move into the rapidly developing area of ESG and sustainability assurance. You will gain exposure to a broad range of clients and industries, working on projects that are becoming increasingly important to businesses and their stakeholders. The firm offers excellent training and development, exposure to experienced senior leadership and clear long-term career progression. This is an attractive opportunity for someone looking to build specialist expertise while continuing to develop their assurance and client management experience. Who should apply? This role will suit a qualified accountant currently working in audit or assurance who is interested in developing their career in sustainability reporting and ESG assurance. The successful candidate will have the following experience: Qualified Chartered Accountant with a background in audit or assurance within professional services Experience managing assurance engagements from planning through to completion Strong analytical, project management and client relationship skills Knowledge of ISAE 3000 or similar assurance standards An interest in ESG, sustainability reporting and evolving regulatory frameworks, including CSRD and ISSB Role and Reporting Lines Reporting to senior management within the Sustainability Assurance team, you will work closely with experienced professionals across a range of client engagements. Responsibilities will include: ESG Assurance – Manage sustainability assurance engagements for clients across a diverse range of industries Sustainability Reporting – Support clients with ESG reporting requirements and the implementation of relevant reporting frameworks Client Management – Build strong relationships with clients, providing practical guidance on sustainability reporting and assurance matters Project Management – Oversee engagement planning, budgets, resources and timelines to ensure successful project delivery Data Analysis – Review and assess non-financial information, sustainability disclosures and ESG data Team Development – Support, mentor and review the work of junior team members Business Development – Work alongside senior leadership on client initiatives and opportunities to develop the Sustainability Assurance practice Interested in this position? To apply, please submit your CV to Lisa Tully who is managing this assignment via the link below or to inquire further please contact us directly on 01 529 4200.