Group Sustainability Analytics & Reporting General Manager

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Job Description

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world\'s most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group\'s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organisation to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.Al Futtaim Group is currently seeking an experienced sustainability professional to join our Group Sustainability team in the capacity of Group Sustainability Analytics & Reporting General Manager.Overview of the role
This is a new role which will play a key role in Al Futtaim\'s journey towards Sustainability Leadership. The GM will be responsible for overseeing the analytics and reporting functions related to Al-Futtaim\'s sustainability initiatives. Their expertise will drive strategic decision-making processes by providing insightful analysis and comprehensive reporting on sustainability performance metrics.What you will doReporting & Analytics
- Set up the "Sustainability cockpit" for consolidated ESG data management across our divisions and geographies
- Develop consolidated reporting in line with developments of the standards and regulatory frameworks in our markets (including IFRS, ISSB, GRI, TCFD)
- Deliver external reporting to the highest quality standards as required
- Conduct business case assessments on climate-related risks and opportunities at group level and together with divisions
- Select and implement relevant data platforms to support data collection across our divisionsStakeholder Engagement
- Engage and build the case for sustainability action with the Senior Leaders of the organization, at Group level and in the divisions
- Provide strategic support for Quarterly Business Reviews, Executive Committee meetings, Group requests/meetings, and Investment Committee as needed
- Ensure alignment across divisions and identify opportunities for collaborations and ways to address trade-offs
- Align with Group Finance function to ensure Sustainability initiatives are adequately assessed and measured
- Monitor regulatory developments on NetZero and climate action across the markets in which we operateAdditional comments
- This role will report dotted line to Finance
- This role has one direct reportRequirements: Required skills to be successful
- Experience in Sustainability reporting and data analysis
- Excellent knowledge of globally recognized standards and regulatory frameworks, including IFRS, ISSB, GRI, TCFD, etc.
- Experience in one or more of our core industry verticals (Automotive, Real Estate, Retail, Financial Services, Healthcare)
- Experience building traction with diverse groups of stakeholders by leveraging facts and figures
- Passion for data and Advanced Analytics applied to SustainabilityWhat equips you for the role
- Master\'s degree or professional certification in Sustainability, Data Analytics, Environmental Science, Engineering, Business, or related field.
- Previous experience in sustainability analytics and reporting
- Experience managing cross-functional teamsWe\'re here to provide excellent service but a little help from you can ensure a five-star candidate experience from start to finish.Before you click "apply": Please read the job description carefully to ensure you can confidently demonstrate why this opportunity is right for you and take the time to put together a well-crafted and personalised CV to further boost your visibility. Our global Talent Acquisition team members are all assigned to specific businesses to ensure that we make the best matches between talent and opportunities. We not only consider the requisite compatibility of skills and behaviours, but also how candidates align with our Values of Respect, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence.ABOUT THE COMPANYEstablished in the 1930\'s, the Al-Futtaim Group initially operated as a trading enterprise. Rapid development throughout the 1940\'s and 50\'s saw it establish itself regionally as an integrated commercial, industrial and services organisation, positioning itself one of the leading business houses in the lower Gulf region. Today, it operates collectively over 40 companies bearing the Al-Futtaim name, dominates many market segments in the UAE, and has expanded its sphere of operation to include Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman and Egypt.The Group comprises a diverse range of strategically positioned operating subsidiaries and associate companies, structured to give the Al-Futtaim Group the flexibility and versatility to keep ahead of local competition while keeping pace with the ever-evolving global business scenario. The Groups continued investment in world-class systems technology is clear evidence of its commitment to maintain leading edge performance and service delivery.The success of the Al-Futtaim Group can be attributed to a business approach that combines the ability to change with the traditional values of integrity, service and social responsibility that define its core business philosophy. This, linked with the Groups belief in decentralisation, gives the heads of the operating companies a high degree of functional autonomy and authority, providing the Group with essential flexibility, and individual employees a clearly defined work culture and sense of responsibility.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1695963
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Education
    Not mentioned