At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

The opportunity

EY has a well-established Climate Change and Sustainability practice to respond to our client’s growing need of guidance in this area, including greenhouse gas emission verification, assurance over sustainability-related data, strategy, life-cycle analysis and strategy Our Climate Change and Sustainability Services (CCASS) team is growing exponentially, and as a Staff/Senior you’ll play a key role in that growth. We are looking to expand our team of professionals focused on providing high value, independent, trusted advice to our clients as they transition to a more sustainable economy. Our clients include many of today's leading global companies, innovative growth companies and other Publicly Accountable Enterprises. Working across all industries, you’ll develop your career by communicating creative, strategic goals both internally and externally. It’s all about listening to and understanding our clients to give them a truly exceptional experience in a field where there really are no off-the-shelf recommendations.

Your key responsibilities

The nature of this role means no two projects will be the same. That means you’ll need to think on your feet and challenge existing practices to develop answers to complex issues. You’ll also be collaborating with colleagues across multiple service lines, so we’ll look to you to build relationships and identify opportunities for our clients to benefit from our knowledge in other areas. Regular travel will be required as you will be meeting with key clients, some of those being the most respected in their fields.

Skills and attributes for success

• Assist clients in their efforts to identify, measure and appropriately manage the business and reporting risks that they face as they transition their organizations to respond to changing laws and regulations, technological advancements and shifting societal expectations.
• Be a self-starter who takes ownership for tasks and team performance, and proactively seeks out ways to better address our clients’ needs
• Be a team player and leader, able to successfully guide the work of others and be committed to achieving common goals
• Experience in one or more of the following industries: mining, oil and gas, manufacturing, government and public sector.
• Share our passion for helping businesses and other clients become more sustainable
• With support from team leadership, ability to design and execute a logical phased approach to understand complex or unusual client issues, and design, recommend and implement insightful and pragmatic solutions
• Ability to take a pragmatic approach to issues that underpin client relationships while demonstrating and living the firm's values
• Demonstrate professionalism and poise in working with and presenting to clients or EY executives, and in developing relationships with potential clients
• Demonstrate strong writing skills and an ability to translate recommendations and other ideas effectively and concisely in reports, presentation materials, client proposals and other written communication

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  Be technically comfortable
  • Identifying and evaluating climate change risks based on a wide range of modeled scenarios
  • Transposing risks to client infrastructure, assets and their business model
  • Supporting clients in turning understanding into concrete adaption strategy

To qualify for the role you must have

• A Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Environmental Science or Engineering with a strong complementary competence in climate science models.
• 3-6 years of experience in the sustainability field (e.g. environmental consultant/auditor, environmental engineer, or corporate responsibility consultant).
• Previous experience for a public accounting firm or consulting practice, or particular business/industry experience is also desirable.
• Professional presence with the ability to quickly establish personal credibility and demonstrate expertise.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills in French and English.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• A dedication to teamwork
• Ability to take a pragmatic approach to issues that underpin client relationships while demonstrating and living the firm's values
• Strong project management skills
• Demonstrate strong writing skills and an ability to translate recommendations and other ideas effectively and concisely in reports, presentation materials and other written communication

What we look for

We’re interested in strong team players who support their colleagues in reaching their goals while also considering their own workload and development.

What we offer

At EY, our Total Rewards package supports our commitment to creating a leading people culture - built on high-performance teaming - where everyone can achieve their potential and contribute to building a better working world for our people, our clients and our communities. It's one of the many reasons we repeatedly win awards for being a great place to work.

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

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Diversity and inclusiveness are at the heart of who we are and how we work. We’re committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. From our actions to combat systemic racism and our advocacy for the LGBT+ community to our innovative Neurodiversity Centre of Excellence and Accessibility initiatives, we welcome and embrace the diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds and perspectives that make our people unique and help guide us. Because when people feel free to be their authentic selves at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world.

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