ESG & Sustainability Lead at CBRE

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Helsinki - Uusimaa - FinlandCBRE Group, Inc.(NYSE: CBRE), a Fortune 100 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2024 revenue). The company has more than 140,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend) serving clients in more than 100 countries. It also has been voted the industry’s top brand by the Lipsey Company for 22 consecutive years and has been named one of Fortune’s “Most Admired Companies” for thirteen years in a row, including being ranked number one in the real estate sector in 2023, the fourth time in the last five years.CBRE Finland Oyis part of CBRE Group, with approx. 120 professionals working in offices in Helsinki HQ and satellite offices around Finland. We offer a broad range of commercial real estate services for real estate investors and occupier clients such as sales advising, debt advisory, leasing, valuations, transactions, consulting, workplace and building consultancy as well as asset and shopping centre management. To learn more, visit our website at www.cbre.fiRole SummaryCBRE is seeking a dynamic and experienced advisor to lead its ESG & Sustainability Solutions practice in Finland.This role at Associate Director / Director level focuses on driving ESG strategy, innovation, and execution across client portfolios in Finland. As part of CBRE’s global ESG network, you’ll lead a multidisciplinary team, advise top-tier clients, and integrate ESG across the real estate lifecycle to enhance asset value and resilience.You’ll work within a regional matrix organization, collaborating across borders and service lines to deliver measurable sustainability outcomes. The role combines strategic advisory with commercial impact - building internal capabilities, selling advisory projects, and contributing to one of CBRE’s key focus areas. Success requires an outgoing personality and strong commercial skills to turn sustainability goals into actionable results.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Leadership: You will define and lead the ESG & Sustainability strategy for CBRE’s Finnish advisory business, aligned with global and EMEA-level sustainability objectives. You will act as a trusted advisor to clients, regulators, and internal stakeholders on ESG risks, opportunities, and compliance as well as represent CBRE in industry bodies, regulatory consultations, and sustainability forums.Client Advisory & Delivery: You will lead and oversee delivery of ESG advisory services including:

• Net-zero carbon strategies and implementation
• Climate risk and resilience assessments (e.g. TCFD-aligned)
• ESG due diligence for acquisitions, developments, and disposals
• EU Taxonomy, SFDR, and CSRD alignment and reporting
• ESG strategy integration into asset and portfolio management
• Circular economy and biodiversity strategies

You will develop bespoke ESG roadmaps for clients across sectors (real estate investors, developers, occupiers, public sector), as well as ensure high-quality,>

• Minimum 6–8 years of experience in ESG, sustainability, or environmental consulting, ideally within real estate, infrastructure, or investment.
• Proven leadership experience in managing teams and delivering complex advisory projects.
• Strong understanding of EU ESG regulations and frameworks including EU Taxonomy, SFDR, CSRD, TCFD & GHG Protocol and Scope 1–3 emissions accounting
• Experience in ESG integration across real estate lifecycle: acquisition, development, operation, and disposal.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, including C-level advisory.

Technical Skills & Tools

• Proficiency in ESG data platforms and tools (e.g. Measurabl, Deepki, GRESB Portal, CRREM, OneClick LCA).
• Experience with carbon accounting, lifecycle analysis (LCA), and embodied carbon assessments.
• Familiarity with building performance modeling and energy simulation tools.
• Understanding of climate scenario analysis and physical/transition risk modeling.
• Knowledge of sustainable materials, circular economy principles, and biodiversity metrics.

Preferred Qualifications

• Academic background in environmental science, engineering, architecture, urban planning, economics, or sustainability.
• Professional certifications (e.g. LEED AP, BREEAM Assessor, WELL AP).
• Experience in ESG strategy for listed companies or institutional investors.
• Fluency in Finnish and English; Swedish is a big plus.

Personal Attributes

• Strategic and analytical thinker with a hands-on approach.
• Commercially astute and client focused.
• Passionate about sustainability and systemic change.
• Collaborative, empathetic, and able to influence across diverse teams and cultures.
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, matrixed, and international environment.

What we offer?

• Collaborate with CBRE’s EMEA and Global ESG teams on cross-border projects and innovation initiatives.
• Participate in global working groups on net-zero, climate risk, and ESG data standardization.
• Access to CBRE’s proprietary ESG tools, research, and benchmarking platforms.
• Contribute to thought leadership through publications, webinars, and industry events.
• Influence global sustainability strategy through CBRE’s internal ESG councils and leadership forums.

Why CBRE?When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.Applicant AI Use DisclosureWe value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.AboutAre you interested?Send your applicationvia the link provided with your CV and salary request by19.10.2025. For any questions about the position, please contact Niko Penttinen, Head of Leasing, at +358 50 319 4882 during following times:Wednesday 8.10. at 9-10 orThursday 9.10. at 15-16 orWednesday 15.10. at 11-12Welcome to CBRE!Service line:Advisory Segment

Job Info:

• Company: CBRE
• Position: ESG & Sustainability Lead
• Work Location: Helsinki
• Country: FI

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