Main Purpose:

The ESG Reporting Lead owns the sustainability non-financial data reporting agenda, through the development and implementation of reporting systems, processes and assurance.

The role is both strategic and hands-on, helping drive the development of the sustainability reporting strategy, whilst supporting the delivery of a number of key projects, reports and disclosures.
This role ultimately ensures that Trafigura meets its regulatory requirements, adheres to industry standards, and communicates its sustainability performance to stakeholders efficiently.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities, Key Responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance

• Translating European & Other Jurisdictions ESG reporting requirements into a Trafigura non-financial data reporting plan, and then lead its implementation.

• Understand and develop Trafigura’s response to sustainability reporting standards and developments, most notably CSRD ESRSs, IFRS S1 & S2, etc; building a plan that can deliver data aligning with requirements.

Data Collection and Management

• Working with ESG Functions (CHESS, HR, Compliance, Corporate Affairs) develop methodologies and processes to generate data to support sustainability reporting.   

• Support the data gathering process, providing oversight of data providers and recommend additional data sources with a view to bring non-financial reporting on a par with wider financial reporting processes.

• implement a new performance reporting system to achieve audit-grade ESG data, controls and reporting for Trafigura’s sites worldwide

• For new acquisitions establish ESG reporting processes, integration of ESG data and reporting, rebase-lining of targets 

Reporting & Disclosures

• Develop and handle the production of ESG reports in compliance with relevant frameworks such as GRI, SASB, CSRD, TCFD, and others.

• Ensure timely and accurate reporting to regulatory bodies, investors, and other stakeholders.

• Assurance of ESG metrics with financial audit provider, including developing model to achieve CSRD compliance.

Experience & Skills

• A qualified accountant with more than 10 years PQE

• A firm understanding of industry standards and regulatory developments

• Experience in implementing reporting change

• A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in the sustainability industry with a focus on understanding and developing processes to help align with sustainability standards

• A great teammate who is genuinely passionate about maintaining an impact in the sustainability space

• A self-starter, natural networker and outstanding communicator,

• Methodical and structured in driving and coordinating the project's journey

• Analytical, enjoy problem solving and can explain complex data in simple terms;

• Strong critical thinking and demonstrated ability to manage complexity and ambiguity in a fast-paced environment

• A strategic mentality with an eye for commercial development and the ability to credibly opine on sustainability frameworks

• Ability to multi-task and a keen eye on detail

Key Relationships and Department Overview:

Work Environment:

This position typically operates in a professional office environment. Some travel may be required depending on project needs and stakeholder locations.

Key Relationships

Reporting

Accounting
CHESS

HR
Corporate Affairs

Compliance

Legal

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and take pride in a diverse workforce! We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or handicap, disability, or any other legally protected status.