Senior ESG Report Writer - Contract

Sia is a next-generation, global management consulting group. Founded in 1999, we were born digital. Today our strategy and management capabilities are augmented by data science, enhanced by creativity and driven by responsibility. We’re optimists for change and we help clients initiate, navigate and benefit from transformation. We believe optimism is a force multiplier, helping clients to mitigate downside and maximize opportunity. With expertise across a broad range of sectors and services, our 3,000 consultants serve clients worldwide from 48 locations in 19 countries. Our expertise delivers results. Our optimism transforms outcomes.

Why Join The Sia Team?

Excellence | Entrepreneurship | Innovation | Teamwork | Care & Support | Employee Wellbeing

These are the six core values that guide all our actions. As an expression of our values, our Sia team concept describes our commitment to fostering a sense of community within and among our offices. We believe that knowledge sharing is the key, not only to innovation, but to the growth and development of our people.

Your experience at Sia will be enriched by a(n):  

• Entrepreneurial journey
• Career advocacy program that supports achieving professional development goals through guidance, and real-time feedback
• Continuous learning & development opportunities
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion programs with an ever-growing list of global affinity initiatives

Project Length: This is a temporary position with an expected duration of 1-3 months

Project Hours: Hours will vary weekly

Location: New York City, NY Preferred

The expected compensation for this contract is $65-110/hr. The exact pay rate will vary depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to skills, experience, and location.

We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Senior ESG Report Writer to do contract work. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of writing and editing ESG reports for Fortune 500 corporations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and write comprehensive ESG reports for Fortune 500 corporations
• Contribute to planning report content and design process; offer approaches to developing content in line with client needs and goals
• Gather information from disparate sources (client drafts, press releases, specialized background documents, in-person interviews or interview transcripts, others) and synthesize/translate that information into clear and succinct paragraphs that communicate our client’s perspective on its own activities. Also recognize and separate the most relevant information.
• Edit and review reports written by other team members to ensure accuracy and compliance with industry standards
• Work alongside Lead Content Strategist to clarify key messages and write report content. 
• Review and transform diverse pieces of content into cohesive narrative that aligns with client needs, style/branding guidelines and external ESG reporting requirements
• Make recommendations on how to best convey complex information clearly and concisely for various audiences and formats (narrative, leadership letters, case studies, infographics etc.)
• Work closely with stakeholders to gather and analyze data for the reports
• Keep up-to-date with industry trends and developments in ESG/CSR/sustainability reporting
• Collaborate with other departments and team members to ensure the reports align with company goals and objectives

• Minimum of 5 years of experience writing and editing ESG/CSR/sustainability reports for Fortune 500 corporations
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills
• Effective interview skills and ability to interact with external stakeholders at all levels 
• Strong analytical and research abilities
• Strong attention to details and ability to copy edit own/other's work
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Familiarity with industry standards and best practices for ESG/CSR/sustainability reporting
• Familiarity with ESG report topics (climate change, biodiversity, diversity & inclusion, corporate governance, supply chain, etc.)
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g. Environmental Science, Business Administration, Communications) preferred, but not required
• Experience with Workiva for drafting and editing may be preferred on some assignments, but can be taught

At this time, Sia Partners does not intend to pursue employment with applicants who will require now or in the future visa by our company for work authorization in the United States (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa, or any other non-immigrant status).

Project Specialist Benefits

• Overtime Eligibility
• Statutory Time Off – Sick ​
• Medical, Dental, Vision: Eligible for Purchase Option
• 401(k) Participation: Eligible after one month of employment, no matching

Our Commitment to Diversity

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) are part of Sia Partners’ DNA. Thanks to our expertise in several sectors and our international growth, our teams include a variety of experiences and cultures. We’re confident that promoting DEIB creates an environment in which everyone can reach their full potential.

Our global network, DEIB@Sia Partners, brings together our people worldwide to facilitate local and global progress, focused on the following areas:

• Gender equality (global Gender Equality Index score of 91/100 for FY19-20)
• LGBTQ+
• Race & Ethnicity
• Working Parents
• Disabilities

Sia Partners is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, remuneration, or discipline, are based solely on performance, competence, conduct, or business needs.

To learn more about our mission, values, and business sectors, please visit our website.

Sia Partners is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, remuneration, or discipline, are based solely on performance, competence, conduct, or business needs.