Manager, Advisory Services

Business for Social Responsibility (BSR), a non-profit business association that works with business and stakeholders to create a more just and sustainable world, is seeking a Manager in our Advisory Services practice.

BSR's staff of more than 65 at its headquarters in San Francisco and rapidly expanding offices in New York, China, Hong Kong, and Europe, helps its 250 member companies integrate sustainability into business strategy and operations through consulting, research, and convenings. We are seeking individuals who are highly talented, passionate and thrive in an entrepreneurial culture that values leadership, integrity and respect. For more information, visit BSR.

Position Overview:

The Manager will support BSR's industry-wide consulting services with particular focus on executing client work and conducting business development across an array of industries, including financial services, pharmaceuticals and consumer products. In addition to these external-facing roles, the Manager will also support internal management and development of BSR's East Coast office and consulting practice. This position is full-time and is based in New York, NY.

Responsibilities: 

Business Advisory Services:

The Manager will play an integral role in delivering consulting services to member and non-member companies in a variety of sectors. Areas of project focus may include: corporate social responsibility (CSR) performance assessment and reporting, strategy development, social risk identification and management, community development program design, stakeholder engagement, sustainable development, environmental sustainability, and human rights.

Business Development and Recruitment:

The Manager will have significant responsibility for recruiting new member companies and will play a leadership role in identifying and developing new business opportunities.

Grants and Partnership Development:

The Manager, in conjunction with the Director, Partnership Development may also support efforts to develop and manage grant-related work. BSR carries out significant foundation and government funded work to research and develop new tools, guides and methodologies that advance the field of CSR.

Internal Practice Management:

In partnership with BSR's Industry Directors, the Manager will fulfill certain internal management responsibilities including: contributing to the development of AS strategy, planning and budgeting, training and professional development of the AS consultants, and interfacing with other programs, departments and teams within BSR.

Qualifications:

NOTE: Only candidates with these specific requirements will be considered:

• Bachelor's degree in business, law, public policy, environmental management or other relevant discipline.
• Significant experience (at least 5 years) in CSR, preferably with an emphasis in environmental issues, specifically energy and water. The ideal candidate would offer a combination of consulting experience and corporate-level experience interacting with multinational company personnel.
• Demonstrated work experience in and cultural understanding of one or more of the industries of focus for the East Coast: pharmaceuticals, financial services, consumer products and/or media and entertainment.
• Consulting experience and/or proven ability to perform the key functions of a consultant, including: developing and maintaining client relationships; pursuing and creating business opportunities; and managing multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Well-developed leadership and people skills, including a demonstrated ability to enhance the skills and effectiveness of other team members.
• Excellent verbal, written, and facilitation skills.
• Willingness to undertake business travel (~ 25% time).
• Capacity to work and thrive in a growing, fast-paced entrepreneurial organization with a collaborative environment.
• High ethical standards and commitment to BSR core values of Leadership, Respect and Integrity.

BSR is committed to developing an inclusive work environment where diversity of thought, style, culture and skill and is valued in support of individual performance and potential, as well as our business goals and mission.

Compensation: BSR offers an outstanding benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, a 401k savings plan, paid time off (PTO), sick and other family friendly leaves, flexible hours, paid time off for volunteer activities and a casual atmosphere. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with skill, knowledge and experience level and the constraints of a non-profit business organization.

To Apply:

Please apply only online.