Sustainability Advisor

About the role
 

We are looking for a Sustainability Advisor to join the growing team on a permanent, full-time basis.
 

As our Sustainability Advisor, you will play a critical role in supporting the delivery of Elders sustainability and climate reporting obligations and programs. The role is pivotal in supporting Elders in transitioning to the new Australian Sustainability Reporting Standards, strengthening our ESG data foundations across environment, social and governance, and providing clear insights and information that support strategic and operational decision-making.
 

Responsibilities

• Collect, validate, cleanse and consolidate ESG data across multiple business units and systems.
• Perform detailed data analysis to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Strengthen data integrity and documentation to support assurance and audit readiness.
• Support the rollout, configuration, and optimisation of ESG data management software.
• Ensure good data governance controls in place to satisfy external auditor expectations.
• Provide broad project support across ESG initiatives, including planning, coordination and execution of workstreams.
• Support the delivery of Elders’ climate-related and sustainability disclosures by preparing high quality narratives and enhancing disclosures.
• Assist with managing the ethical sourcing platform, including data maintenance, analysis and preparation of insights and reports.

About you

• Degree in Sustainability, Commerce, Finance, Data Analytics, Risk, or a related discipline.
• Experience in sustainability reporting, ESG data analysis, or similar analytical roles.
• Strong data analysis skills, including validation, consolidation, and interpretation of ESG and operational data.
• Proficiency in Excel and general data management tools.
• Solid understanding of ESG, risk management, governance, controls, and assurance processes.
• Proven problem-solving ability with a practical, solutions-focused approach.
• Excellent communication skills, with strong attention to detail, data integrity, and documentation.
   

About Elders

As a trusted Australian agribusiness, we have played an important role in the agricultural sector for 185 years. Our expansive network across Australia offers links to markets, tailored advice and specialist knowledge across a range of products and services, including farm supplies, agronomy, livestock, wool, grain, finance, insurance, and real estate.
 

We are committed to a sustainable and prosperous future for rural and regional communities, and creating value for all stakeholders in the agricultural supply chain, across both Australian and international markets.
 

Elders is for Australian agriculture.   
 

We are now looking for the next generation to be part of something big and drive the future of Elders. 

If you are ready to grow your career with Elders, please click on 'Apply' today.

For more information please visit our careers page.

Please note, applications may be shortlisted as they are received.

At Elders, we strive to create a safe environment where everyone can thrive. We aspire to do this by recognising talent, promoting inclusion and celebrating diversity. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply for roles at Elders.

We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia

For more information please visit our careers page or email careers@elders.com.au

Please note, applications may be shortlisted as they are received.

At Elders, we strive to create a safe environment where everyone can thrive. We aspire to do this by recognising talent, promoting inclusion and celebrating diversity. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply for roles at Elders.

We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.

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