Specialist CSRD Reporting (m/f/d)

WELCOME TO BASF

In the Coatings division, we offer far more than just paints and coatings. Our approach is to put the needs of our customers at the centre and always think one step ahead. Our motto ‘We always go beyond the surface’ makes it clear that we are not only focussed on the products themselves, but also on the reasons why we develop them. We are interested in creating innovative solutions that promote future growth and fulfil the requirements of the market. With our extensive knowledge and experience, we work to provide tailored coatings solutions that create real value and build strong partnerships. 

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

In our global sustainability unit, we shape the sustainability strategy of BASF Coatings GmbH. We manage the reduction of our carbon footprint, create transparency on the environmental impact of our actions and our products and develop new business opportunities for our portfolio. With our passion for sustainability, we are driving the transformation.

• In this role, you define and implement the full CSRD reporting process by engaging stakeholders and setting up an end-to-end workflow from understanding the regulatory requirements down to auditor assurance, and establishing the regular work-cycle set-up.
• With your expertise, you bring know-how on frameworks and standards (UN SDGs, GRI, TCFD) to ensure auditable, independent ESG reporting according to standards.
• As part of the team, you support materiality assessments (DMA) and sustainability risk inventories (IRO), integrating ESRS disclosure requirements and DataPoints as essential parts for the CSRD reporting process and incorporating them into the company's governance framework. 
• Through proactive monitoring, you track upcoming regulations related to ESG reporting and topics covered by Global Sustainability (e.g. ESRS, CSDDD, CBAM, EFRAG) and corresponding internal stakeholder management; enabling governance functions to thoroughly prepare for compliance and regulatory needs.
• By managing sustainability ratings (EcoVadis, CDP, MSCI), you help meet customer and investor expectations and enabling customer expectation management for the business units.
• In collaboration with investor relations, you contribute to equity story, stakeholder engagement and conducting authorities advocacy as appropriate.
• Across global teams, you share expertise and drive organizational upskilling by explaining requirements, providing clear implementation proposals, delivering training sessions and deep dives and presenting to customers, authorities and financial stakeholders.

WHAT YOU OFFER

• master's degree in economics, finance or business management with broad knowledge on business management, finance, and financial reporting
• strong knowledge in ESG and sustainability reporting incl. ESG metrics, ESG management, related regulations and frameworks as well as certification schemes (UN Global Compact, GRI, TCFD, etc.)
• several years of experience in financial and / or ESG reporting for companies, related stakeholder management, strategics as well as implementation of sustainability improvement plans and projects
• solid understanding on methodological and legal requirements for CSRD reporting embracing double materiality assessment (DMA), impact, risks and opportunities (IRO) inventory and risk management, on corporate governance schemes and ESG ratings; investor relations experience beneficial
• ESG Analyst (e.g., CESGA, CFA) with sound knowledge on sustainability topics (esp. climate change, social topics, human rights) and affinity to digitalization for related ESG IT systems.
• solution-oriented, analytically strong and open-minded team player with passion for sustainability
• very good communication skills for advanced precise auditor interaction in English and German, further languages beneficial

WHAT WE OFFER

• We offer an attractive salary with individual benefits such as performance-related bonuses or a share program. Company-funded supplementary health insurance, accident insurance and an attractive pension plan offer comprehensive coverage.
• We offer a wide range of local and global development and career opportunities for professional and personal development.
• As a founding member of the Diversity Charter, BASF stands for diversity – we are proud of our Coatings employee networks WomenInCoatings, ColorPride@EC and CultiConnect.
• The feedback culture is firmly integrated into our corporate culture, e.g. through regular employee surveys and management feedback.
• At our location in Münster, we have our own fitness studio “Freizeit” with a physiotherapy practice, permanently employed company doctors, a company restaurant “Auszeit” including a café bar, a bilingual company daycare center “LackiKids” and a vacation program “LackiKids on Tour”.
• We have 30 vacation days/year (full-time), additional time off options and a 37.5-hour week.

HOW TO REACH US

• Bekim Krasniqi (Talent Acquisition), bekim.krasniqi@basf.com, Tel.:+49 30 2005-56136 will be happy to answer your questions for this position. You are also welcome to book an appointment online. Technical questions cannot be answered at this meeting.
• You can also reach our recruiting team here
• First information about our application process can be found here

ABOUT US

Learn more about BASF Coatings GmbH at https://www.basf-coatings.com/global/en.html

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Become a part of our winning formula for success and develop the future with us - in a global team that embraces inclusion and equal opportunities irrespective of gender, age, origin, sexual orientation, disability or belief.