ESG Consultant at KPMG — NeverHard

We’re currently seeking a Consultant to join our ESG & Sustainability team at KPMG in Astana. In this role, you’ll support ESG advisory projects for major corporations across the Central Asia and Caucasus region, contributing to sustainability performance assessments, non-financial reporting, climate risk assessments, greenhouse gas management, and ESG data analysis. You’ll work as part of a project team, prepare client-facing materials, and help identify opportunities for improving clients’ ESG performance and climate resilience. As a Consultant, you will: Support ESG advisory projects by evaluating sustainability performance and assisting with non-financial reporting aligned with frameworks such as GRI, IFRS S1/S2, SASB, and ESRS. Collect and analyze ESG data to support climate risk assessments, greenhouse gas management, and sustainability impact evaluations. Conduct research and analysis on ESG and sustainability topics across different industries. Assist in preparing client-facing reports, presentations, and other project deliverables. Identify opportunities for improving clients’ ESG performance and climate resilience. Collaborate with project teams and contribute to delivering ESG solutions for clients. You’re a great fit if you: Have 1–3 years of experience in relevant sectors such as Energy, Utilities, Manufacturing, or Financial Services. Experience in ESG consulting or related fields is a plus. Have strong analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint. Have familiarity with Power BI or Tableau for data visualization — this would be a plus. Have a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Economics, Finance, Business Administration, Statistics, Environmental Science, or a related field. Have a strong interest in ESG, sustainability, climate risk, and related topics. Have a good understanding of ESG frameworks and reporting standards. Have experience or knowledge in sustainability performance evaluation, climate risk assessment, or greenhouse gas emissions management. Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Are fluent in English (Upper Intermediate or above), with proficiency in Russian and Kazakh.