Director - Environmental, Technical & Sustainability (...

Overview Director - Environmental, Technical & Sustainability (ETS) – Transactions Advisory Group at Alvarez & Marsal (A&M). About Alvarez & Marsal Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are why our people love working at A&M. The Team Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) Environmental, Technical and Sustainability (ETS) Services has an exciting opportunity to join a growing firm. A&M is an established leader in providing global leadership and advisory services to diverse industries. ETS is seeking a dynamic Director or Senior Director to shape sustainability strategy engagements for corporate and private equity clients. This role is designed for a seasoned leader with a passion for driving transformative sustainability initiatives that mitigate risks, optimize operations, and enhance business value. This position will spearhead efforts across a range of sustainability focus areas, including compliance and regulatory readiness, decarbonization and climate risk management, sustainable supply chain risk management, governance, and other critical domains. This role can be based in New York, Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, and San Francisco. Other locations may be considered. What will you be doing? (Responsibilities) Effectively manage day-to-day client interaction and relationships and continue to emphasize the capabilities of A&M to clients, including: Identify potential sustainability risks and execute implementation strategies. Identify and leverage sustainability opportunities to optimize operations and enhance business value. Guide clients in navigating complex regulatory landscapes and ensuring compliance with evolving sustainability standards and customer/client requirements. Strengthen governance frameworks and enhance business resilience. Generate climate risk reports aligned with TCFD/ISSB framework. Manage and prioritize engagements and responsibilities appropriately. Effectively handle all relationship matters with clients, with limited Managing Director involvement. Manage multiple chargeable and non-chargeable projects of varying size and complexity, and meet or exceed client expectations. Contribute to sales pursuits by generating new client business and/or adding on business from current client. Assist Managing Directors and other Senior Directors in sales and business development efforts. Display a core understanding of all ETS services (diligence and strategy) and strive to cross-sell TAG and other A&M services, as opportunities arise. Develop and propose creative solutions to engagement and transaction risks and effectively manage problem resolution. Help engagement executives maximize the value the client is receiving from A&M (i.e., monitor engagement leverage, efficiency of staff). Proactively train, develop and mentor individuals of mid/junior levels for TAG ETS Team. Abide by risk management guidelines and engagement memo procedures. Appropriately manage engagement risk and potential client or engagement issues. Who will you be working with? We are not a typical consulting firm. We are a group of entrepreneurial sustainability professionals who embody the A&M Core Values – integrity, quality, objectivity, fun, personal reward, and inclusive diversity, while delivering a tailored and scalable approach to working with private equity and corporate clients. We present you with opportunities, not a playbook, and we reward you based on performance, not your tenure. How will you grow and be supported? As a demonstration of A&M’s strong commitment to its people, we offer benefits to support your career, personal and professional developments. This includes performance-based career progression and promotion process, high quality practice-wide training programs, a global mobility program, employee resource groups, and a health and wellness program. A&M recognizes that our people fuel our growth, and you and your team will be provided with the best available training and development resources, as well as networking opportunities. Qualifications A minimum of 10 years of sustainability/ESG consulting and/or industry experience Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in business, finance, economics, sustainability or and/or related major Working knowledge of Sustainability Reporting Frameworks and Standards, including GHG Protocol Understanding of private equity markets and value creation levers throughout the investment lifecycle Proven success in developing and implementing strategic sustainability programs High proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint and PowerBI Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to articulate to senior members of client management and colleagues Strong project management skills Flexibility to work as both a team member in a collaborative setting and as an individual contributor Ability to thrive and be effective in entrepreneurial setting Your journey at A&M We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person’s unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career. We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals. Benefits Summary Full-time and part-time positions over 30 hours per week are eligible for Alvarez & Marsal fringe benefits, including healthcare plans, flexible spending and savings accounts, life, AD&D, disability coverages, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan. Eligible employees also receive an annual discretionary contribution to their 401(k). Paid time off includes vacation, personal days, sick time, federal holidays, a floating holiday, and parental leave. The salary range is $200,000-$225,000 annually, with a discretionary bonus program. Details vary by education, experience, skills, and geography. Equal Opportunity Employer It is Alvarez & Marsal’s practice to provide and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex or gender, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, family medical history, genetic information or other protected medical condition, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Employees and Applicants can find A&M policy statements and additional information by region here. Unsolicited Resumes Please note that as per A&M policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that A&M will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity. Job details Seniority level: Director Employment type: Full-time Job function: Management and Manufacturing Industries: Business Consulting and Services #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-10-08