ESG Manager

Whatyou’lldo

• Lead ESG engagementsacross strategy development, ESG reporting, regulatory readiness, and transaction‑based ESG due diligence.

• Manage project delivery end‑to‑end, including planning, resourcing, timelines, budgets, and quality reviews.

• Act as atrusted advisor to senior client stakeholders, supporting Sustainability, Finance, Risk, Legal, and Operations teams.

• Lead ESG reporting engagements, including: 

• Gap assessments and regulatory compliance assessments

• Definition of material ESG topics and non‑financial KPIs

• Design and review of ESG disclosures and reports

• Support clients in navigating ESG standards and regulations, includingCSRD/ESRS, ISSB (IFRS S1/S2), GRI, TCFD, SASB, and Integrated Reporting, as applicable.

• Design ESGdata, process, and control frameworks, including data availability assessments, ownership, data quality controls, and technology requirements.

• Conductquantitative and qualitative ESG analysis, including market, peer, and internal performance benchmarking.

• Deliver targeted ESG “deep dives” on portfolio companies toidentifyESG risks, opportunities, and sustainable value‑creation levers.

• Providetransaction‑related ESG due diligencesupport to investors, aligned with local regulatory and market requirements.

• Assess ESG‑related risks, including compliance gaps, potential liabilities, and remediation actions.

• Contribute tobusiness development, including proposal development, scoping, andidentifyingfollow‑on opportunities.

• Coach and develop junior team members and support knowledge sharing across the ESG team.

You will be a great match if you have

• Strong knowledge of sustainability and ESG topics, including sustainability reporting standards, regulations, and frameworks.

• Experience working with or delivering ESG reporting, regulatory compliance, sustainability strategy, or ESG due diligence projects.

• Excellent analytical, structuring, and summarizing skills.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills and confidence working with senior stakeholders.

• A proactive, solution‑oriented mindset and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• High motivation and passion for sustainability, climate change, and responsible business practices.

Preferred requirements

• University degree in business, engineering, environmental science, or a related field.

• Minimum3+ years of relevant professional experience, includingat least 2 years in ESG consulting, ESG reporting, sustainability, or a related industry role.

• Familiarity with ESG reporting standards and regulations (e.g. CSRD/ESRS, ISSB, GRI, TCFD, SASB).

• Experience withGHG accounting, carbonfootprinting, or Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)is an advantage.

• Experience in transaction services or ESG assurance is a plus.

• Fluency in English, Germanand Bulgarian;proficiencyinadditionallanguages is an advantage.

What we offer

• Access toglobal best practices and PwC’s international ESGexpertise.

• Continuous learning throughcompany‑supported training and professional development opportunities.

• A professional, supportive, and team‑oriented working environment.

• Opportunity to work oninternational projectswith teams across PwC offices.

• Comprehensive remuneration and employee benefit programme including 25 days annual paid leave, additional medical insurance, EUR 102 food vouchers, sport card, performance bonus and fringe benefit. 

• Central office location in Sofia.