Manager- ESG, APAC

Manager - ESG, APAC

Job Description

Position Title	Manager - ESG, APAC
Department	Human Resources
Reporting To	Direct reporting to CFO & COO, APAC with a dotted line reporting to ESG team, London
Location	Gurugram, On Site

About Savills:

Savills plc is a global real estate services provider listed on the London Stock Exchange. We have an international network of more than 700 offices and associates throughout the Americas, the UK, continental Europe, Asia Pacific, Africa and the Middle East, offering a broad range of specialist advisory, management and transactional services to clients all over the world. Our people combine entrepreneurial spirit and a deep understanding of specialist property sectors with the highest standards of client care.

Scope:

The ESG Manager – APAC will support the execution and coordination of Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) and Sustainability initiatives across the Asia Pacific region. The role is responsible for managing ESG reporting processes, sustainability projects, environmental data collection, compliance activities, stakeholder engagement, and regional programme coordination to support the organization's ESG strategy and commitments.

This is a hands-on role requiring strong project management and stakeholder management skills to ensure the effective delivery of ESG programmes and reporting requirements across multiple markets. The role aligns closely with regional sustainability priorities, including climate, environmental impact, employee engagement, and community initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate ESG and sustainability initiatives across APAC, ensuring timely delivery of projects and reporting requirements. Support regional and country teams in implementing sustainability and ESG programmes.
• Manage ESG data collection, validation, analysis, and reporting across multiple countries and business functions.
• Support the preparation and submission of regional ESG reporting requirements, disclosures, and sustainability reports. Assist in the implementation and maintenance of ESG policies, standards, and governance processes.
• Monitor ESG regulations, reporting standards, and emerging sustainability trends, providing practical recommendations where required.
• Support environmental sustainability initiatives, including carbon emissions reporting, waste reduction, energy efficiency, and other environmental performance programmes. Coordinate environmental data collection and validation activities across countries.
• Maintain ESG policies, procedures, and documentation to support governance and compliance requirements.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders, country ESG leads, external consultants, auditors, and reporting partners to support ESG deliverables.
• Assist with ESG audits, assessments, and assurance reviews by maintaining accurate records and supporting documentation.
• Support the development and delivery of ESG communication, awareness, and training initiatives across the region.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 6-8 years of experience in ESG, sustainability, environmental management, compliance, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience managing projects involving multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.
• Strong analytical, project management, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and reporting tools.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across a regional environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Savills is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.