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Consulting
[Abu Dhabi] Associate Consultant/ Consultant - ESG
Office 879, Al Gaith Tower, Abu Dhabi, Émirats arabes unis
Company description
Sia is a next-generation management consulting firm and a pioneer of Consulting 4.0. We offer a unique blend of AI and design capabilities, augmenting traditional consulting to deliver superior value across more than 30 sectors and services.
Sia's mission is to craft state-of-the-art narratives for transformation and innovation and to deploy these at scale. Our goal is to drive transformations that generate a positive impact. With a global presence of 51 offices worldwide and leveraging the expertise of 3,000 consultants in 20 countries, we optimize client projects globally. Through our Consulting for Good approach, we strive for next-level impact by developing innovative CSR solutions for our clients, making sustainability a lever for profitable transformation.
In the Middle East, we provide expert Consulting services in Strategy, Growth & Innovation, and Business Transformation, across a broad spectrum of high-stakes strategic topics for our clients with a distinguished history of achievements and expertise. Propelled by our Partners and international teams, we are proud to play a crucial role in advancing visions in both the public and private sectors. In addition to these services, through the Sia Institute, we offer comprehensive training programs and workshops, meticulously tailored to meet the regional needs.
Why join the Sia Village?
Excellence | Entrepreneurship | Innovation | Teamwork | Care & Support | Employee Wellbeing
These are the six core values that guide all our actions. As an expression of our values, our Sia Village concept describes our commitment to fostering a sense of community within and among our offices. We believe that knowledge sharing is the key, not only to innovation, but to the growth and development of our people.
Job description
As part of a dynamic and motivated consulting team, you will support a variety of client projects across sectors. You will contribute to delivering high-impact solutions in areas such as business strategy, operational efficiency, digital transformation, and project delivery. This role is designed for candidates with 1 to 3 years of relevant experience who are eager to grow in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Participate in managing projects with internal stakeholders and third parties
- Assist in defining and implementing business strategies, including market analysis, financial modeling, digital roadmaps, and operational planning
- Conduct research, data collection, and benchmarking to inform business recommendations
- Support process improvement initiatives through mapping, reengineering, and performance management
- Prepare high-quality client deliverables such as presentations, reports, and dashboards
- Collaborate with cross-functional internal teams and contribute to knowledge sharing
Preferred Experience in Sustainability (ESG)
While not mandatory, experience or interest in sustainability and ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) topics is considered a strong asset. Candidates with this background may contribute to projects involving:
- Developing analytics and technology solutions to detect, monitor, and predict ESG-related risks
- Supporting clients in aligning with emerging ESG reporting standards (e.g., GRI, SASB, TCFD, CSRD)
- Assisting in defining ESG strategies and sustainability goals aligned with corporate objectives
- Designing dashboards and controls to track ESG performance
- Conducting ESG risk assessments and stakeholder engagement
- Monitoring ESG regulatory trends and industry best practices
- Contributing to sustainability reporting and policy documentation
Qualifications
- Strong academic background (e.g., Business, Mathematics, Economics) from top-tier university.
- 1 -3 years of experience preferably in consulting.
- Ability to adapt quickly to challenging and frequently changing environments, while working on challenging topics across multiple business areas under tight deadlines.
- Ability to multi-task competing priorities while maintaining a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrated leadership experience.
- Proven experience working in a team environment.
- Business Process Management or Reengineering
- Stakeholder Management skills
- Interest or prior involvement in ESG/sustainability topics is a plus
- Business proficiency in Arabic and English is a must
Additional information
Joining Sia means integrating into a globally recognized firm that fosters personal growth through our unique Sia Village concept, which promotes a community-driven culture reinforced by values of Excellence, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Teamwork, Care & Support, and Employee Wellbeing, ensuring a fulfilling career path.
What a career at Sia offer you?
- Competitive compensation: an competitive salary and benefits package, benchmarked against the market to ensure the most competitive offers.
- Entrepreneurial spirit: Join us on an entrepreneurial journey that not only fosters innovation but also empowers you to drive your own success. Dive into a culture where your ideas shape the future.
- Tailored career advocacy program: Receive dedicated support designed to help you achieve your professional aspirations. Our program pairs you with mentors who provide actionable feedback, ensuring continuous progress and success in your career path.
- Continuous growth: Engage with ongoing opportunities for learning and development, particularly in new and emerging topics. Stay ahead of the curve by continually advancing your knowledge and skills.
Our Commitment to Diversity
Sia is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, remuneration, or discipline, are based solely on performance, competence, conduct, or business needs.
At Sia, we believe in fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees and partners are valued and thrive in a sense of belonging. We are committed to recruiting and developing a diverse network of employees and investing in their growth by providing unique opportunities for professional and cultural immersion. Our commitment toward inclusion motivates dynamic collaboration with our clients, building trust by creating an inclusive environment of curiosity and learning which affects lasting impact.
We are guided by the pursuit of understanding and take pride in being able to provide meaningful solutions to our clients’ unique challenges. We bring our whole selves to work and strive to listen, observe, understand and be understood.
To learn more about our mission, values, and business sectors, please visit our website.
Sia is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, remuneration, or discipline, are based solely on performance, competence, conduct, or business needs.