Interim ESG Reporting Lead (Freelance Opportunity)
UK or Ireland (Remote-Based)
Day Rate: Negotiable, DOE (Outside IR35)
Are you a freelance ESG reporting professional with a background in finance, accounting or broader corporate sectors? We're supporting a global natural resources company on the urgent hire of an Interim ESG Reporting Lead, focused on delivering CSRD-aligned reporting and sustainability disclosures.
This is a newly created freelance role to help the business through a high-priority reporting period. You'll work closely with the Head of Sustainability and Finance/Operational teams to lead the data collection, assurance readiness, and production of ESG disclosures.
The role is fully remote (UK/Ireland-based), with minimal travel.
Key responsibilities of the Interim ESG Reporting Lead:
- Leading on CSRD reporting for the business, generate reports and present to key stakeholders within the business.
- Collaborating with different departments to collect and collate ESG data.
- Produce ESG disclosures and sustainability reports to help ensure compliance.
- Oversee and monitor ESG performance and identify any improvement opportunities.
The Successful Interim ESG Reporting Lead will have:
- Demonstrable experience in a comparable role, preferably within the finance, accounting or broader corporate sectors.
- Practical knowledge of CSRD reporting within an accounting environment, with an accountancy qualification as a desirable
- Experience managing or working closely with external auditors on ESG disclosures.
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills, including good communication and verbal skills
For more information on this opportunity or to discuss your next career move, contact Tom Hewat on 01923 432 637 or
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