Summary
Bureau Veritas is hiring a Sustainability Associate in Riyadh to support sustainability assurance, greenhouse gas verification, ESG reporting and related certification services. The role includes gathering and reviewing client data, drafting reports and verification statements, and preparing proposals and client materials under senior supervision. Applicants should be recent graduates or have up to two years of experience, with a relevant degree and strong analytical, writing and communication skills. Arabic and English are required, and the role includes structured training through the company’s Global Sustainability Programme.
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We are a world leader in Testing, Inspection and Certification (TIC) , delivering high quality services to help clients meet the growing challenges of quality, safety, environmental protection and social responsibility.
ABOUT BUREAU VERITAS
Bureau Veritas is a world leader in testing, inspection and certification services, operating in 140+ countries. Our mission — Shaping a World of Trust — connects deeply with sustainability. Our Sustainability Transition Services team across the Middle East, Caspian & Africa (MCA) helps organisations measure, manage, and improve their environmental and social performance, covering carbon and climate, ESG reporting and assurance, green buildings, supply chain, and industrial sustainability.
ROLE PURPOSE
As a Sustainability Professional within Bureau Veritas MCA, you will support client projects and internal initiatives that enable organisations to measure, manage, and improve their environmental and social performance. You will contribute to the delivery of sustainability services while developing your technical expertise and advisory capabilities under the guidance of experienced professionals and Bureau Veritas Global Sustainability Programme tutors.
ROLE CONTEXT & RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Sustainability Associate (Certification) within Bureau Veritas MCA's CER product line, you will be embedded in your local area team and support the delivery of sustainability report assurance, GHG verification, CBAM advisory, ESG reporting and related certification services for clients in your area. You will report to the Area CER Product Line Manager and receive structured mentorship and training from the MCA regional sustainability team as part of BV's Global Sustainability Programme.
- Support delivery of sustainability report assurance engagements (ISAE 3000 / ISAE 3410) for listed and private companies in the area
- Assist in GHG verification and carbon footprint assessments (ISO 14064, GHG Protocol) for industrial, energy and corporate clients
- Contribute to ESG reporting advisory and IFRS S1/S2 readiness gap assessments for area clients
- Support CBAM pre-verification advisory for EU-bound exporters in the area — particularly relevant in Morocco and South Africa (phosphates, steel, cement, aluminium)
- Collect, organise and review sustainability data from clients as part of assurance and verification engagements
- Draft sections of assurance reports, verification statements and client deliverables under the supervision of a senior reviewer
- Prepare proposals, capability presentations and client-facing materials for CER sustainability services in the area
- Contribute to the ESG Assurance Technical Tribe and regional knowledge-sharing initiatives
PROGRAMME RESPONSIBILITIES (ALL ACADEMY HIRES)
- Project Delivery — Enable the simplification of sustainability complexity across carbon accounting, climate change adaptation, product circularity, renewable energy, supply chain resilience, and ESG reporting — giving clients the confidence to make more sustainable choices.
- Support project delivery through research, data analysis, and client material preparation, leveraging Bureau Veritas proprietary tools, methodologies, and AI-driven solutions.
- Collaborate across teams to engage with clients, assess risks, ensure compliance, and solve critical sustainability challenges that help organisations transform and operationalise their transition journey.
- Technical Learning & Application — Understand sustainability standards and frameworks (ISO 14064, GHG Protocol, SBTi, LCA, IFRS S1/S2) as well as regulations (EU CBAM, ETS) applicable to the role and area.
- Apply technical knowledge to real projects under supervision, demonstrating attention to detail and analytical rigour.
- Continuous Learning — Actively participate in Bureau Veritas's Global Sustainability Programme throughout the programme duration.
EDUCATION
Master's or Bachelor's degree (university, engineering school, business school, or equivalent) in one of the following or related areas:
- Preferred — STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics)*
- Environmental Science or Sustainability Management
- Chemical, Civil, Industrial or Environmental Engineering
- Energy Systems, Climate Science or Renewable Energy
- Business, Economics or Data Analytics with a strong sustainability focus
EXPERIENCE
- Recent graduate OR up to 2 years of professional experience — this is an entry-level programme role
- Previous experience in ESG or sustainability is appreciated but not required (e.g. internship, dissertation or academic project in sustainability)
- Desirable familiarity with one or more of the following: carbon footprinting, LCA, energy audits, ESG reporting, or supply chain sustainability
- Knowledge of or exposure to the local regulatory sustainability landscape in the area (e.g. Morocco CSRD readiness, South Africa JSE ESG, QSE ISSB, ADX/Tadawul disclosure) is an advantage
CORE SKILLS
- Analytical and problem-solving skills — structured thinking and data-driven decision making
- Effective communication, collaboration and stakeholder engagement abilities
- English B2+ — Upper Intermediate level minimum (additional languages are a plus)
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint) and willingness to learn BV digital tools
- Strong writing skills for report preparation and client communication
- Arabic and English required for this position.
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Passion for sustainability and climate transition — genuine desire to drive transformational change
- Curious, proactive learner with attention to detail and analytical rigour
- Dynamic approach to work with sensitivity to sustainable development issues
- Strong interpersonal skills and team collaboration abilities
- Adaptability to work on innovative topics with diverse, international stakeholders
- Professional mindset with a quality focus and project management aptitude
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- Passion for Sustainability & Climate Transition — commitment to building a sustainability career, not just seeking a job; motivated by purpose and creating lasting environmental impact
- Analytical & Problem-Solving — structured thinking and data-driven decision making; ability to tackle complex sustainability challenges
- Communication — clear written and verbal communication across cultures; ability to translate and simplify technical concepts for diverse stakeholders
- Learning Agility & Curiosity — rapid adaptation to evolving sustainability frameworks; proactive learning in a constantly changing market
WHY JOIN BUREAU VERITAS
- Global Network & Exposure — Work within a truly international organization serving clients across industries and geographies. Collaborate with sustainability experts and teams around the world.
- Depth & Breadth of Services — Our services span carbon and climate, ESG, supply chains, human rights, biodiversity, circularity and more — offering exposure to the full sustainability landscape.
- Immediate Real-World Impact — From day one, you contribute to real client projects shaping sustainable practices across industries.
- Balanced Technical & Advisory Pathways — Develop both deep technical expertise and advisory capabilities, opening the door to multiple sustainability career paths.
- Trust & Purpose — Through our role in verification, assurance and certification, we help build trust in sustainability. Our mission — Shaping a World of Trust — connects with purpose-driven professionals who want to contribute to a more sustainable future.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Enrolment in Bureau Veritas's Global Sustainability Programme — structured mentorship, training and development from day one
- Exposure to real client mandates across carbon accounting, ESG assurance, green buildings, supply chain and more — from your first week
- Competitive early-career salary benchmarked to local market
- Monthly thematic training sessions (technical practitioner + sales formats) organised by the MCA regional sustainability team
- Access to Bureau Veritas's global sustainability methodologies, tools and AI-driven solutions
- Clear career development pathway: Consultant → Senior Consultant → Expert within 2–3 years
- Part of a growing regional sustainability team spanning 35+ countries across MCA
- Contribution to the regional ESG Assurance Technical Tribe — building communities of practice across MCA
SHAPING A WORLD OF TRUST - WHAT WE VALUE AT BV
We create trust between businesses and we are committed to cultivating an open and inclusive environment wherever we operate and so do our employees. Being part of the BV family is more than just working, it’s being convinced that you will leave your mark…. in shaping a world of trust.