Job Title - R00207354 GN-Strategy-Sustainability Strategy- Analyst
Management Level : Strategy Analyst
Location: Bangalore
Must have skills: MBA from a tier 1 institute with 3+ years of (post-MBA) work experience in consulting or related fields (preferrable)
Strategic & Consulting Mindset - Ability to work on complex client problems and recommend innovative approaches and solutions
Skillset to analyze large amounts of qualitative and quantitative data to draw insights and trends
Structured problem solving and strong analytical skills
Ability to present the recommendations in a compelling narrative through client ready deliverables.
Excellent communication skills and ability to leverage that to for project delivery and stakeholder management
Building on relationships with potential and existing clients and be responsible for business development in assigned areas
Potential to work with diverse teams and to be able to foster learning, exchange and innovation
Grasp of MS power point, Excel and Word is important. Other tools like Power BI, Tableau is a plus
We are hiring across multiple roles! Experience in one or more categories listed below will be preferred.
Good to have skills: AREA 1: Sustainability Strategy
Knowledge of key sustainability topics like renewable energy, carbon emissions, circular economy, SDGs and international development to name a few
Understanding and experience in helping clients conduct LCAs, materiality assessments and sustainability audits
Experience in creating sustainability business cases, roadmaps and overarching strategies
OR
AREA 2: Sustainable Technology
Blend of business strategy and consulting with a background in digital, IT, cloud, and sustainability
Understanding of IT, cloud migration and data centers, software lifecycles
Well-rounded sustainability understanding in topics such as, circular economy, sustainability reporting, emissions, energy to name a few.
OR
AREA 3: Sustainability Reporting, Data and Platforms
Familiarity with key upcoming Sustainability regulations/standards like CSRD, IFRS, ASRS, CBAM, Environmental Product Declaration, Digital Product Passport, EU Taxonomy
Experience in report writing, designing data collection templates and providing editorial/design support for sustainability reports
Experience of working in one or more of the Sustainability data management platforms such as SAP, MSM, Workiva, Oracle, Enablon, etc.
Proven experience in working on large scale ERP transformation projects with cross-functional skills in business strategy, business process design, configurations, build, test, roll-out and end user training and support (preferred)
Ability to gather business requirements, understand fits and gaps w.r.t technology platform, high level and detailed level design and creation of functional specifications in line with Sustainability use cases like corporate footprint, product carbon footprint, sustainability reporting etc.
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AREA 4: ENERGY AND CARBON
Strong experience of working on clean energy projects for corporates, such as onsite/offsite Power Purchase Agreements, Renewable Energy Certificates, offsets etc.
An understanding of different aspects of low-carbon energy transition
Deep understanding of energy landscapes of at least one key geographies, such as US, Australia, EU, India
Well-rounded understanding of topics such as carbon neutrality, circular economy, sustainability reporting to name a few.
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AREA 5: RESPONSIBLE VALUE CHAIN
Strong experience of working on circular economy projects in thematic areas such as plastic packaging, e-waste, textile, chemicals and metal
Knowledge of regulatory landscape (e.g. extended producer responsibility, waste management regulations), reverse logistics models and methodologies such as LCA and material flow analysis
Supplier assessments, supplier development and experience of working with Ecovadis/ Trucost etc.
Strong P&L modelling, business model innovation, operating model design and go-to-market strategy skill
Proven experience in implementing the Taskforce on nature-related financial disclosures' (TNFD) LEAP framework across direct operations as well as supply chain
Strong experience in developing nature-focused strategies for clients' value chains across diverse industries
Knowledge of nature-related reporting standards and frameworks such as CSRD ESRS E4, TNFD, and GRI Biodiversity standards
Job Summary:
The SustainabilityStrategy Practice is a part of Accenture Strategy and focuses on the CEO’s most strategic priorities. We help organizations embed sustainability into every area of their businesses to enable them to unlock greater value through responsible transformations.
We provide you with a great learning ground, deep-rooted in Sustainable Business Strategy, where you will get an opportunity to advice and work with our key global clients, driving end-to-end transformative strategic value and business growth. We also work with global organizations such as the World Economic Forum, the United Nations Global Compact and World Business Council for Sustainable Development. As a part of this high performing team, these are some of the areas you will consult clients on:
Roles & Responsibilities:
Sustainable Business Strategy: Work closely with clients to understand their vision and help them embed sustainability into their strategy and operations
Value Driven Business Models: Work together with clients to help make their business operations economically beneficial while being cognizant of socio-environmental implications.
Develop Sustainability Road-Maps: Develop business model and implementation road maps for sustainable strategies based on analytics-based insights for areas such as circular economy, net zero emissions, sustainable development goals, renewable energy, etc.
Industry Partner Alliances: Work with notable organizations like UN, WEF, FICCI and prominent business leaders to shape sustainable business agendas.
Different aspects of low-carbon energy: Deep-dive with understanding of different aspects of low-carbon energy transition and be able to drive conversations around carbon neutrality / decarbonization.
Helping clients pivot to responsible business strategies: Craft go-to market plans, entry strategies for companies looking to imbibe responsibility in their business strategy
Sustainable technology: Work with clients to help them gauge the environment footprint of their technology and suggest strategies to reduce it
Professional & Technical Skills:
MBA from a tier 1 institute with 3+ years of (post-MBA) work experience in consulting or related fields (preferrable)
Strategic & Consulting Mindset - Ability to work on complex client problems and recommend innovative approaches and solutions
Skillset to analyze large amounts of qualitative and quantitative data to draw insights and trends
Structured problem solving and strong analytical skills
Ability to present the recommendations in a compelling narrative through client ready deliverables.
Excellent communication skills and ability to leverage that to for project delivery and stakeholder management
Building on relationships with potential and existing clients and be responsible for business development in assigned areas
Potential to work with diverse teams and to be able to foster learning, exchange and innovation
Grasp of MS power point, Excel and Word is important. Other tools like Power BI, Tableau is a plus
We are hiring across multiple roles! Experience in one or more categories listed below will be preferred.
Additional Information:
Join our team in Strategy Consulting for an exciting career opportunity in the Sustainability & Responsible Business Team for the most strategic clients across the globe.
Practice: Strategy consulting, Capability Network IAreas of Work: Sustainability & Responsibility across growth themes of circularity, sustainable IT, clean energy, EHS and responsible supply chain| Level: Consultant Location: Gurgaon, Mumbai & Bangalore | Years of Exp: 3-5 years of relevant work experience.
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Do you believe in creating an impact for a sustainable future? Are you a problem solver who enjoys working on transformative strategies for global clients? Are you passionate about being part of an inclusive, diverse and collaborative culture?
Then, this is the right place for you!
Welcome to a host of exciting global opportunities in Accenture Strategy and Consulting.
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Experience: MBA from a tier 1 institute with 3+ years of (post-MBA) work experience in consulting or related fields (preferrable)
Educational Qualification: MBA from a tier 1 institute with 3+ years of (post-MBA) work experience in consulting or related fields (preferrable)
