Manager, Advisory Services

A leader in corporate responsibility since 1992, BSR is seeking a Manager, Advisory Services as part of its New York office. BSR works with its global network of more than 250 member companies to develop sustainable business strategies and solutions through consulting, research, and cross-sector collaboration. With seven offices in Asia, Europe, and North America, BSR leverages its expertise in the environment, human rights, economic development, and transparency and accountability to guide global companies toward creating a just and sustainable world.

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 CSR content areas, but with a strong focus on industrial, healthcare, financial services and energy industry issues. The position is full-time and will be based in New York.

Responsibilities: 

Business Advisory Services:

The Manager will play an integral role in delivering consulting services to member and non-member companies, especially in the industrial, healthcare, financial services and energy industries. Areas of project focus will include: CSR & business integration, reporting and transparency, environmental and social policy and risk identification and management, stakeholder engagement, sustainable development, environmental sustainability, and human rights.

Business Development and Recruitment:

The Manager will have significant responsibility for complex, large-scale project management, client management and identifying and developing new business opportunities.

Internal Practice Management:

In partnership with BSR's Vice Presidents and 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 a relevant discipline; Master's degree preferred (MBA, Masters in Public Policy, Masters of Environmental Science, etc.)
• Significant experience (at least 5 years) in CSR, with deep environmental expertise.
• Strong and demonstrable project management experience with a skill set in relevant project management tools.
• Strong writer and ability to translate complex issues into concise, relevant stories.
• 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.
• Corporate experience; the ideal candidate would offer a combination of consulting experience and corporate-level experience interacting with multinational company personnel. Experience in a conglomerate environment is desirable.
• 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

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 at BSR.

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.