Global Sustainability Reporting and Compliance Associate Director

Global Sustainability Reporting and Compliance Associate Director

Lonza

Colmar, France

What you will do

• Lead CHI’s external sustainability reporting, including double materiality assessments and the development of the Sustainability Report in line with ESRS, GRI and TCFD requirements;
• Establish and manage robust ESG data governance, information flows, and internal controls across systems and functions;
• Lead third‑party assurance of sustainability data, acting as the primary liaison with external auditors and overseeing remediation actions;
• Coordinate global external ESG certifications and ratings, including Ecovadis and CDP, and identify additional certifications (e.g. relevant ISO) to enhance CHI’s ESG performance;
• Drive SBTi readiness and target setting, including emissions data collection, target definition, and validation process; alternatively lead credible non‑SBTi pathways if required;
• Monitor the evolving global ESG regulatory and legal landscape, ensuring compliance with sustainability reporting, disclosure and claims requirements;
• Provide expert guidance on sustainability claims and external communications, supporting Marketing, PR, Investor Relations, and customer-facing teams;
• Represent CHI in industry forums and advocacy groups, supporting investor and stakeholder engagement and strengthening CHI’s ESG ratings and reputation.

What we are looking for

• Degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Environmental or Sustainability (or equivalent);
• Sustainability experience (ESG Corporate, GRI, TCFD, ESRS frameworks);
• Writing skills, product & project evaluation;
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and projects;
• Solid project management and leadership skills;
• English fluent.