Sustainability Advisor

Lets be #BrilliantTogether

ISS-Corporate is hiring! We are seeking a Sustainability Advisor to join our Washington DC this role you will apply your subject matter expertise and communication skills to help leading companies navigate sustainability risks disclosures and strategy. Youll work closely with proprietary data advanced software platforms and a collaborative team of experts to deliver high-impact advisory services across a range of sustainability topics.

Our mission is to advance corporate sustainability through data-driven insights stakeholder engagement and alignment with global standards. As a Sustainability Advisor you will support clients in enhancing transparency meeting regulatory requirements and integrating sustainability into core business practices.

On a day-to-day basis your key duties will encompass

• Collaboration within a sector-focused team to address key sustainability issues across industries.
• Delivery of advisory services across our core offerings:
  • Benchmarking Intelligence: Help clients assess their sustainability performance using investor-facing data peer comparisons and disclosure analysis.
  • Materiality Assessments: Conduct stakeholder-informed data-driven assessments aligned with CSRD IFRS and other global standards.
  • Climate Solutions: Support climate risk assessments carbon accounting and governance strategies using software and advisory tools.
  • Sustainability Reporting: Guide clients through the reporting lifecycle from double materiality to audit-ready CSRD disclosures using AI-powered platforms.
• Managing a diverse client portfolio with proactive engagement and responsive support.
• Building trusted relationships with senior executives providing tailored advice aligned with their strategic goals.
• Monitoring evolving sustainability regulations frameworks and investor expectations to inform client strategy.
• Creating and present client deliverables including benchmarking reports materiality findings and board-ready presentations.
• Contributing to thought leadership through whitepapers webinars and industry events.

Travel is minimal (typically 10% or less) primarily for conferences and occasional client meetings.

Education & Experience

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Business Finance Sustainability or a related field.
• 13 years of experience in sustainability reporting strategy consulting or client-facing roles.

Technical & Subject Matter Expertise

• Strong understanding of how businesses operate including strategy development organizational dynamics and stakeholder communication.
• Familiarity with sustainability reporting frameworks and standards (e.g. ESRS ISSB/IFRS SDS GRI CDP TCFD TNFD).
• Insight into climate-related business risks and mitigation strategies including physical and transition risks.
• Experience with sustainability data platforms reporting software or ESG ratings is a plus.
• Proficiency in Excel and comfort with quantitative analysis; familiarity with SQL or similar tools is beneficial.
• Ability to connect sustainability topics to broader business priorities such as risk management financial performance and regulatory compliance.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Intellectual curiosity and a proactive approach to learning.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to build rapport across teams and with clients.
• Professional presence and confidence in executive-level discussions.

This role is based in Washington DC.

• Washington DC: A modern open-floor workspace on Rhode Island Avenue in Northwest DC with an onsite gym and convenient metro access.

Base salary: The Washington DC expected base pay range is $7000- $90000 per year. Exact compensation may vary based on skills experience and level of education.

The role is bonus or sales incentive eligible.

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What You Can Expect from Us

At ISS STOXX our people are our driving force. We are committed to building a culture that values diverse skills perspectives and experiences. We hire the best talent in our industry and empower them with the resources support and opportunities to growprofessionally and personally.

Together we foster an environment that fuels creativity drives innovation and shapes our future success.

Lets empower collaborate and inspire.

Lets be #BrilliantTogether.

About ISS STOXX

ISS STOXX GmbH is a leading provider of research and technology solutions for the financial market. Established in 1985 we offer top-notch benchmark and custom indices globally helping clients identify investment opportunities and manage portfolio risks. Our services cover corporate governance sustainability cyber risk and fund intelligence. Majority-owned by Deutsche Börse Group ISS STOXX has over 3400 professionals in 33 locations worldwide serving around 6400 clients including institutional investors and companies focused on ESG cyber and governance risk. Clients trust our expertise to make informed decisions for their stakeholders benefit.

ISS Corporate Solutions Inc. (ISS-Corporate) is a leading provider of cutting-edge SaaS and high-touch advisory services to companies globally. Companies turn to ISS-Corporate for expertise in designing and managing governance compensation sustainability and cyber risk programs that align with company goals reduce risk and manage the needs of a diverse shareholder base by delivering data tools and advisory services. ISS-Corporates global client base extends across North America Europe and Asia as well as other established and emerging markets worldwide.

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We are proud to offer the following featured benefits

• Medical Dental and Vision coverage
• 401(k) with a company match up to 9% including a Safe Harbor contribution
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and commuter benefit programs
• Generous paid time off
• Volunteer Day
• Paid parental leave
• Hybrid working options

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