SATIC: Environmental Sustainability Manager

PwC South Africa · City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa · On-site · Full-time

Are you passionate about driving meaningful change in environmental sustainability? Do you want a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of evolving global sustainability regulations within a leading professional services firm? PwC SATIC (South Africa) is looking for an Environmental Sustainability Manager to join our innovative Managed Legal Services team. This is more than just a job, it’s a chance to be part of a dynamic, cross-border team delivering cutting-edge advisory services. You will navigate complex and fast-evolving environmental, sustainability, and ESG regulations, translating technical policy into practical, commercially relevant advice for clients operating globally. This role offers exposure to international markets including the UK and USA, providing you with invaluable cross-jurisdictional experience. What Makes This Role Unique: Work at the intersection of law, policy, and sustainability within a globally connected, collaborative Managed Legal Services team. Takes ownership of key and impactful projects involving CSRD, ISSB standards, climate disclosures, emissions transition planning, and key regulatory areas such as supply chain due diligence, product/packaging regulation, eco-design, and carbon taxes. Prepare clear, client-focused advice notes, regulatory summaries, and briefing materials that translate complex legal and regulatory requirements into actionable insights. Support and manage project delivery including planning, quality assurance, status reporting, and fee awareness, with guidance and mentorship along the way . Communicate effectively with client and internal stakeholder, providing trusted advisory support . Collaborate with multidisciplinary experts across UK and USA, boosting your global professional network. Engage with technology-enable delivery methods including Microsoft 365 and merging legal tech line AI assisted review, to enhance advisory services and delivery. Shape the future of legal and sustainability advisory in a fast-paced, evolving market. What You’ll Bring: You have 5–7 years’ experience in environmental, sustainability, ESG, regulatory, legal, policy, or compliance advisory roles. You hold a relevant degree in Law, Environmental Management, Sustainability, Commerce, or Public Policy (postgraduate qualifications are advantageous.) You are proficient in Microsoft 365 and collaboration tools, with a strong interest or experience in leveraging legal technology. You bring strong research, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, confidently translating complex regulations into practical advice. You demonstrate professional integrity, sound judgment, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outputs. You are organized, resilient, and able to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced, virtual working environment. You have experience or willingness to collaborate with diverse, cross-border teams and develop your international capabilities. Why Choose PwC SATIC? Join a global network of over 370,000 professionals who transform complexity into opportunity. At PwC SATIC, we foster an inclusive and supportive culture that values innovation and continuous learning. We provide opportunities for career growth, professional development, and exposure to cutting-edge sustainability issues shaping the future of business. Ready to make a global impact? Apply now to join PwC SATIC and help shape the future of environmental sustainability advisory.