Assurance Manager

Life at EY has been transformed dramatically but our strong culture of flexible and remote working has helped EY people navigate new ways of working and remain connected with each other and our clients. A better working world truly starts with the people at EY who are building it every day. Now more than ever we need talented people from diverse backgrounds to help our clients navigate the complexities of this Transformative Age: people with the passion, curiosity and drive to make things better.

The opportunity

Our Assurance group is one of the most trusted, respected and influential organizations in the industry and we provide assurance on financial and non-financial information (ESG indicators/metrics). As part of our team, you will provide peace of mind to clients by using your skills and experience to give companies, investors and regulators confidence in the validity of business-critical information or processes around companies’ sustainability reporting journey.

You will experience ongoing professional development through diverse experiences, world-class learning and individually tailored coaching. That’s how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

Your key responsibilities

You will be contributing to the growth and development of the ESG Assurance practice by taking operational responsibility and accountability for engagement team support by:

• Evaluating and verifying the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices of organizations. This role involves conducting assessments, audits, and reviews to ensure compliance with ESG standards and frameworks.
  • Conducting comprehensive assessments of clients' ESG practices and reporting.
  • Verifying the accuracy and reliability of ESG data and disclosures.
  • Evaluating compliance with relevant ESG standards, regulations, and frameworks (e.g., GRI, SASB, TCFD, IFRS Sustainability Standards).
• Collaborating with clients to understand their ESG goals and challenges, providing guidance to clients on best practices for ESG reporting and assurance readiness.
• Preparing detailed reports outlining findings, recommendations, and areas for improvement and presenting the findings to clients and stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
• Assisting clients in developing action plans to address identified gaps in ESG performance and reporting.
• Contributing to the development of internal methodologies and tools for ESG assurance.
• Participating in training and development initiatives to enhance personal and team capabilities. This includes facilitating workshops and training sessions on ESG topics for clients and internal teams.